PIEDMONT PROPULSION SYSTEMS LLC
No hard blockers on file
Authority and insurance signals look clear in our data. Still verify live on FMCSA SAFER / L&I before tendering a load.
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TruckCodex risk summary — PIEDMONT PROPULSION SYSTEMS LLC (USDOT 1169659) Verdict: CLEAR TO REVIEW No hard blockers on file Authority and insurance signals look clear in our data. Still verify live on FMCSA SAFER / L&I before tendering a load. Authority / census status: Active Active BIPD limit: $1,000,000 Officer(s): PAUL BOLTON (Company officer) Blockers: (none) Cautions: (none) On file: • Insurance on file · $1,000,000 — NATIONAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. OF HARTFORD · 91X • BOC-3 process agent on file — FMCA FILINGS LLC DBA FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER AUTHORITY FILINGS Source: https://truckcodex.com/usdot/1169659/ As of: Jul 18, 2026 Always confirm on FMCSA SAFER and L&I before tendering — TruckCodex mirrors public filings and can lag by up to a day.
TruckCodex · compliance grade
Compliance grade A
Composite of 3/5 scored components (mean 100/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
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confidence 60% · 3/5 signals
Compliance grade A
Composite of 3/5 scored components (mean 100/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
Active census status with no OOS order or revoked authority on file.
Active BIPD/Primary-like policy on file in our insurance history.
Peer OOS benchmark unavailable (missing power units, OOS rates, or fewer than 5 same-size peers).
NR reason: getCarrierPeerSafety returned null.
FMCSA has not assigned this carrier a formal safety rating. We do not invent one.
NR reason: No published FMCSA safety_rating.
No BMC-91 insurance-lapse watch classification on file for this USDOT.
TruckCodex compliance grade from authority, BIPD, peer OOS, FMCSA safety rating, and insurance-watch signals. Not legal advice. See methodology. Booking triage on this page: Clear to review.
Company profile
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InsuranceNATIONAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. OF HARTFORDPolicy effective Nov 1, 2024
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Process AgentFMCA FILINGS LLC DBA FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER AUTHORITY FILINGSBOC-3 on file
Fleet details (MCS-150)
| Vehicle type | Owned | Term leased | Trip leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trailers | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Trucks | 4 | 0 | 0 |
Self-reported on the carrier’s Form MCS-150 (FMCSA Company Census).
Inspections (24 months)
All 20 inspections →| Driver | Vehicle | Hazmat | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspections | 10 | 10 | 0 |
| OOS inspections | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| OOS percentage | 0% | 10% | — |
| National average | 6.67% | 22.26% | 4.44% |
Roadside inspections in the last 24 months. National averages are FMCSA MCSAP reference rates (driver ~6.7%, vehicle ~23.4%, hazmat ~4.4%).
Carrier analysis & narrative context SEO summary, status notes, AI overview, and safety profiles
PIEDMONT PROPULSION SYSTEMS LLC is a motor carrier based in WINSTON SALEM, NC, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 1169659. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, and has not yet received a formal FMCSA safety rating. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 4 power units and 3 drivers, with 20 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 12.5%. Use this page to verify the carrier's authority and insurance, review its inspection and crash history, and cross-reference live data on FMCSA SAFER before booking a load or onboarding a partner.
Carrier is unrated
FMCSA has not assigned this carrier a formal safety rating. Use the inspection history and BASIC scores below to assess on-road performance.
PIEDMONT PROPULSION SYSTEMS LLC is a small fleet, operating 4 power units and 3 drivers, based in Winston Salem, NC. Across 9 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded an 11.1% out-of-service rate, with no reportable crashes on file. Operating authority is active for contract.
9 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, down 10% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in TN (3) and LA (2), with Level 1 inspections the most common.
11.1% out-of-service rate; led by Unsafe Driving (100.0% of violations); top code 392.9AA1 (392.9AA1) cited 1 times, 1 of them OOS.
The fleet comprises 4 power units (small fleet) and 3 drivers; Ford, Kauf, and Kaufman are the most-inspected makes.
Risk Signals
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Activity by State
| State | Inspections | OOS | OOS % | Last Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee (TN) | 4 | 0 | 0.0% | Apr 24, 2026 |
| Louisiana (LA) | 2 | 0 | 0.0% | Apr 17, 2026 |
| North Carolina (NC) | 2 | 0 | 0.0% | Nov 16, 2024 |
| Georgia (GA) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Feb 25, 2025 |
| Wyoming (WY) | 1 | 1 | 100.0% | May 11, 2025 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
| BASIC | Inspections | Serious | Measure | Percentile | Alert | As Of |
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| Driver Fitness | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Controlled Substances / Alcohol | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Hours of Service | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Unsafe Driving | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
Higher percentiles indicate worse performance relative to peer carriers. Carriers at or above the FMCSA intervention threshold are marked ALERT.
Recent Inspections (20 rows) View all 20 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87678782 | Apr 24, 2026 | TN | 1 | KNOXVILLE TN |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 87607757 | Apr 17, 2026 | LA | 1 | HAMMOND LA |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 84943128 | Jun 11, 2025 | TN | 1 | KNOXVILLE TN |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 84643555 | May 11, 2025 | WY | 1 | CHEYENNE I-25 POE |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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1 | 392.9AA1 | Yes |
| 84020941 | Feb 25, 2025 | GA | 3 | LAVONIA GA |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
Ticket: Courier
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0 | — | No |
| 83182764 | Nov 16, 2024 | NC | 1 | nc-mt.-airy-weigh-station-s |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 82867969 | Oct 8, 2024 | NC | 1 | nc-charlotte-weigh-station,-i-85, |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
Ticket: Foxd
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0 | — | No |
| 82726683 | Sep 20, 2024 | TN | 1 | KNOXVILLE TN |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 82704247 | Sep 18, 2024 | LA | 3 | ROADSIDE |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 82700130 | Sep 17, 2024 | TN | 1 | MOHAWK TN |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 81347508 | Apr 12, 2024 | WV | 3 | DUNBAR WV |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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1 | 392.2 | No |
| 81237270 | Mar 28, 2024 | IN | 2 | HAUBSTADT IN |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 81134325 | Mar 12, 2024 | TN | 1 | PUTNAM |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 81047134 | Mar 6, 2024 | NC | 3 | nc-hertford-weigh-station,-hwy-17 |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 80704753 | Jan 26, 2024 | NC | 1 | nc-gaston-county-weigh-station-i- |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 80666464 | Jan 23, 2024 | NC | 1 | nc-gaston-county-weigh-station-i- |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 80598451 | Jan 4, 2024 | FL | 1 | PENSACOLA FL |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 80225831 | Nov 21, 2023 | TN | 1 | SHOULDER |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 79441807 | Aug 18, 2023 | AL | 1 | PETRO PARKING LOT |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 78900662 | Jun 15, 2023 | NC | 1 | nc-gaston-county-weigh-station-i- |
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
Authority Records (1 docket)
Revocations & Inactive Status
Authority actions other than active status — revocations, voluntary surrenders, and dormant dockets.
| Date | Docket | Authority | Status | Applied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown | MC1741994 | common | N | — |
MC Certificate Documents (1 PDF)
Authority Records (above) are FMCSA docket status and lifecycle events. MC Certificate Documents here are the archived PDF letters for each action — grants, reinstatements, revocations, name changes, and transfers. They are related but not the same dataset: one row per PDF letter, not one file per docket.
Click a row to open that specific letter. Multiple letters per docket are listed separately by action type and date.
| Date | Docket | Action | Authority | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 27, 2025 | MC1741994-P | CPL | REVOCATION | CPL → |
Insurance Coverage Timeline (1 row)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Limit | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. OF HARTFORD | 7040157231 | 91X | $1,000,000 | Nov 1, 2024 | On file | ACTIVE |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Aug 27, 2025
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
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| KNOXVILLE TN | TN | 3 | 0 |
| PETRO PARKING LOT | AL | 1 | 0 |
| PENSACOLA FL | FL | 1 | 0 |
| LAVONIA GA | GA | 1 | 0 |
| HAUBSTADT IN | IN | 1 | 0 |
| HAMMOND LA | LA | 1 | 0 |
| ROADSIDE | LA | 1 | 0 |
| MOHAWK TN | TN | 1 | 0 |
| PUTNAM | TN | 1 | 0 |
| SHOULDER | TN | 1 | 0 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392.2 | Violation of Local Laws - Explain: | Unsafe Driving | 1 | 0 |
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Docket MC1741994
common · N · MC
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NATIONAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. OF HARTFORD
91X policy on file
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FMCA FILINGS LLC DBA FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIER AUTHORITY FILINGS
BOC-3 process agent · 6,109 carriers served
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20 inspections
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How to verify PIEDMONT PROPULSION SYSTEMS LLC
- Verify USDOT and MC numbers match the carrier's documents. Compare the USDOT number and MC docket on this page to the numbers on the carrier's invoice, rate confirmation, or load-board listing. A mismatch between the carrier's claimed numbers and the registered legal name is the single most common red flag.
- Check active operating authority and insurance status. Confirm the Authority Records show at least one ACTIVE docket for the type of operation you're booking, and that the Active Insurance card lists a current BIPD/Primary policy. A revoked authority or uninsured carrier cannot legally operate.
- Review safety rating and SMS BASIC scores. Check the carrier's FMCSA safety rating (if any) and the SMS BASIC table. A high percentile in any BASIC category — especially Unsafe Driving, HOS, or Vehicle Maintenance — is worth investigating before tendering a load.
- Examine inspection and crash history. Open the Inspection History and Crash History subpages for the full record. Look for patterns: repeat OOS findings on the same unit, multiple crashes in a short window, or violations clustered in one BASIC category.
- Cross-reference real-time data with FMCSA SAFER. For the most current snapshot — within 24 hours of any insurer filing or authority change — click through to the FMCSA SAFER lookup. TruckCodex mirrors SAFER and L&I daily; SAFER itself reflects filings within 24 hours.
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