ROTH TRUCKING INC
USDOT 115615 • 4525 50TH ST SE, GRAND RAPIDS, MI, 49512
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
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BENCHMARK INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CP5000097 | ON FILE | Feb 16, 2017 | Aug 11, 2019 |
| BENCHMARK INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GRB CA5000029 | ON FILE | Feb 14, 2017 | Jul 1, 2019 |
Insurance History (6 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | KWFCA5000029 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2013 | Feb 14, 2017 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CARGO | KWFCP5000097 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2013 | Feb 16, 2017 |
| MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CPJ0002017 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2012 | Jul 1, 2013 |
| MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CCJ0001975 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2012 | Jul 1, 2013 |
| MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CPP 000 20 17 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2004 | Jul 1, 2012 |
| MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CCA 000 19 75 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2004 | Jul 1, 2012 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | BENCHMARK INSURANCE COMPANY | CP5000097 | CARGO | Aug 11, 2019 | Aug 11, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | BENCHMARK INSURANCE COMPANY | GRB CA5000029 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2019 | Jul 1, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | KWFCP5000097 | CARGO | Feb 16, 2017 | Feb 16, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | KWFCA5000029 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 14, 2017 | Feb 14, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CPJ0002017 | CARGO | Jul 1, 2013 | Jul 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CCJ0001975 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2013 | Jul 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CCA 000 19 75 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2012 | Jul 1, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CPP 000 20 17 | CARGO | Jul 1, 2012 | Jul 1, 2012 |
Authority Action History (2 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC493826 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Sep 11, 2023 | — | Unknown |
| MC493826 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | May 13, 2005 | — | 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
3 states • 46 inspections
Violation Summary (109 violations from 46 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 12 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 9 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 6 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 5 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 5 | 5 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 5 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 4 | 4 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 4 | 4 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUCR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205(a) | Wheel/rim defective | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(c) | Leaf spring assembly defective/missing | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a)(1) | 391.41(a)(1) | 2 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BLMACBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHWS | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSIR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLMF | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16AD | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BMBCBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11B-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLDL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201(a) | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.82(a)(1) | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.80 | Exhaust system defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.7 | Unsafe operations forbidden | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.81 | Horn inoperable | 1 | 0 | 2 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203(e) | Cab front bumper missing/unsecured/protrude | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203 | Cab/body parts requirements violations | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.49(j) | No valid medical waiver in drivers possession | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
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 (46 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
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 10, 2026 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | PARADISE TWP | GARFIELD | ...174531 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Nov 11, 2025 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | RAPID RIVER TWP | US 131 | ...854847 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Apr 1, 2025 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | EAST LANSING | N US 127 | ...175131 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Feb 23, 2025 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | MANCELONA TWP | ANGER | ...403201 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Nov 26, 2024 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | GAYLORD | MAIN | ...858877 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Oct 16, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | CASCADE TWP | BROADMOOR | ...797931 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Aug 27, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | PIERSON TWP | CANNONSVILLE | ...854887 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Aug 23, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | SPRING LAKE TWP | HEMLOCK | ...BH4088 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Aug 3, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | Polkton Twp | I 96 | ...BC4931 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Jun 28, 2024 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | PARADISE TWP | M 113 | ...620693 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| May 31, 2024 | MI | FATAL | 1 | 0 | ALGOMA TWP | S US 131 | ...459005 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Mar 25, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | GARFIELD TWP | GARFIELD | ...238991 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Mar 22, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | PIERSON TWP | N US 131 | ...381097 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Mar 9, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | SUTTONS BAY TWP | DUCK LAKE | ...012175 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Feb 24, 2024 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | GRAND RAPIDS TWP | W I 96 | ...788210 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Feb 3, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | CORWITH TWP | N I 75 | ...174531 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Jan 22, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | PLAINFIELD TWP | S US 131 | ...403201 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Jan 19, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | POLKTON TWP | I 96 | ...BC4931 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Jan 11, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | DEARBORN | SOUTHFIELD | ...459001 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Oct 24, 2023 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | HOLLAND TWP | JOHN F DONNELY | ...797931 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Oct 7, 2023 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | FIFE LAKE TWP | M 113 | ...854887 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Sep 6, 2023 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | INDIANAPOLIS | AMERIPLX PKWY | ...569209 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Aug 18, 2023 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | CADILLAC | M 115 | ...647585 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Mar 18, 2023 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CASCADE TWP | RAMP 043A | ...GZ5956 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
| Mar 13, 2023 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | GRAND RAPIDS TWP | E I 96 | ...115221 | ROTH TRUCKING INC |
Compliance Timeline
33 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 33 events