TALAJAK INC
USDOT 1066218 • 609 N 2ND STREET, MERTZON, TX, 76941
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-444965 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jun 20, 2022 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BERKLEY REGIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ECA 3169331 - 10 | ON FILE | Jun 20, 2023 | Jun 20, 2024 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | MAC 8806237 | ON FILE | Jan 21, 2011 | Jan 21, 2011 |
Insurance History (18 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY CO. OF CONNECTICUT | BIPD/Primary | 5T833337 | REPLACED | Jun 20, 2022 | Jun 20, 2023 |
| THE FIRST LIBERTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | AS6-Z91-471897-01 | CANCELLED | Jun 20, 2020 | Jun 20, 2022 |
| EVEREST DENALI INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | EN6CA00116-191 | REPLACED | Jan 21, 2020 | Jun 20, 2020 |
| EVEREST NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | EN6CA00116-181 | REPLACED | Jun 20, 2018 | Jan 21, 2020 |
| ILLINOIS NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 3761915 | CANCELLED | Feb 23, 2018 | Aug 15, 2018 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | AU201700012092 | CANCELLED | Feb 23, 2017 | Feb 23, 2018 |
| HOME STATE COUNTY MUTUAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | WSLB1660415 | CANCELLED | Feb 23, 2016 | Feb 23, 2017 |
| IMPERIUM INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | IERD-01001219-00 | REPLACED | Feb 23, 2014 | Feb 23, 2016 |
| GREAT MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA00016275-01 | REPLACED | Feb 23, 2012 | Feb 23, 2014 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | MAC 8806237 | CANCELLED | Jan 21, 2011 | Jul 19, 2013 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | HOPKG00149 | REPLACED | Feb 23, 2009 | Feb 23, 2012 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTO0118240 | CANCELLED | Feb 23, 2008 | Feb 23, 2009 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTO0111668 | CANCELLED | Aug 27, 2007 | Feb 23, 2008 |
| COLONIAL COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTG0010298 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2002 | Dec 30, 2002 |
| COLONIAL COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTG0010298 | REPLACED | Nov 7, 2002 | Nov 7, 2002 |
| COLONIAL COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTG0010298 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2002 | Dec 30, 2002 |
| COLONIAL COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTG0010298 | REPLACED | Nov 7, 2002 | Nov 7, 2002 |
| COLONIAL COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTG0010298 | CANCELLED | Nov 7, 2002 | Jan 27, 2003 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | BERKLEY REGIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | ECA 3169331 - 10 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 20, 2024 | Jun 20, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY CO. OF CONNECTICUT | 5T833337 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 20, 2023 | Jun 20, 2023 |
| CANCEL | THE FIRST LIBERTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | AS6-Z91-471897-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 20, 2022 | Jun 20, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | EVEREST DENALI INSURANCE COMPANY | EN6CA00116-191 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 20, 2020 | Jun 20, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | EVEREST NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | EN6CA00116-181 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 21, 2020 | Jan 21, 2020 |
| CANCEL | ILLINOIS NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | 3761915 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 15, 2018 | Aug 15, 2018 |
| CANCEL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | AU201700012092 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 23, 2018 | Feb 23, 2018 |
| CANCEL | HOME STATE COUNTY MUTUAL INS. CO. | WSLB1660415 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 23, 2017 | Feb 23, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | IMPERIUM INSURANCE COMPANY | IERD-01001219-00 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 23, 2016 | Feb 23, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | CA00016275-01 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 23, 2014 | Feb 23, 2014 |
| CANCEL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | MAC 8806237 | CARGO | Jul 19, 2013 | Jul 19, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | HOPKG00149 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 23, 2012 | Feb 23, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | MAC 8806237 | CARGO | Jan 21, 2011 | Jan 21, 2011 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CTO0118240 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 23, 2009 | Feb 23, 2009 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CTO0111668 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 23, 2008 | Feb 23, 2008 |
| CANCEL | COLONIAL COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CTG0010298 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 27, 2003 | Jan 27, 2003 |
| TERM/CANCL | COLONIAL COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CTG0010298 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 30, 2002 | Dec 30, 2002 |
| TERM/CANCL | COLONIAL COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CTG0010298 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 30, 2002 | Dec 30, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | COLONIAL COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CTG0010298 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2002 | Nov 7, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | COLONIAL COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CTG0010298 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2002 | Nov 7, 2002 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-444965 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (6 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC444965 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 24, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 20, 2022 |
| MC444965 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Nov 8, 2018 | — | Unknown |
| MC444965 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 29, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 26, 2018 |
| MC444965 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 27, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 23, 2017 |
| MC444965 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 4, 2011 | REVOKED | Aug 21, 2018 |
| MC444965 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | DISMISSED | Dec 5, 2002 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
1 state • 26 inspections
Violation Summary (133 violations from 26 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 20 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 16 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | 7 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9T | Inoperable tail lamp | 6 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 5 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 5 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2UV | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 4 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 4 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9H | Inoperable head lamps | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1B | Brakes (general) Explain: | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BL | Brake system pressure loss | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2WC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2W | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.8 | Failing to inspect/use emergency equipment | 2 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45DLUV | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.110B | Cargo securement - logs | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11TL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209E | Power steering violations | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2PC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A2-C | Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.43D | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.87A | Warning flags on projecting loads missing | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104F3 | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21(a) | Vehicle marking requirements | 1 | 0 | 3 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.75A1 | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A2 | Failing to secure vehicle equipment | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSLIW | Fuel system leak | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A | Operating without proper operating authority | 1 | 1 | 8 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.205C | Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47B | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.130 | Cargo securement - heavy equipment | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.110(b) | Cargo securement - logs | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9(a) | Operating without proper operating authority | 1 | 1 | 8 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.24(a) | Lighting/marking on projecting loads | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(2) | Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83(e) | Exhaust - System discharging from a truck or truck-tractor at a location other than at the rear of the cab | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (26 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
6 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (6 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 7, 2025 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | MERTZON | N BROADWAY ST | ...A06800 | TALAJAK INC |
| Sep 16, 2025 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...650702 | TALAJAK INC |
| Jun 4, 2012 | TX | FATAL | 2 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 11, 2007 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 23, 2005 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 18, 2001 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
27 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 27 events