TERRY JOHNSON TRUCKING INC
USDOT 1250094 • 31186 W GALE AVENUE, COALINGA, CA, 93210
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-495211 | ACTIVE | Unknown | May 9, 2012 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | MR-6B790081-12-CAG | ON FILE | May 1, 2012 | May 1, 2024 |
| FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 455512 | ON FILE | Jul 7, 2004 | Jul 7, 2004 |
Insurance History (11 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GLA-9450428-02 | CANCELLED | Sep 15, 2011 | Jun 3, 2012 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GLA-9450428-02 | REPLACED | Sep 15, 2011 | May 1, 2012 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GLA-9450428-01 | CANCELLED | May 1, 2010 | Sep 15, 2011 |
| AMERICAN GUARANTEE & LIABILITY INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | GLA9450428 | REPLACED | May 1, 2009 | May 1, 2010 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL603294 | REPLACED | May 1, 2008 | May 1, 2009 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL602122 | CANCELLED | May 1, 2007 | May 1, 2008 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL601502 | CANCELLED | May 1, 2006 | May 1, 2007 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL600881 | CANCELLED | Jul 26, 2005 | May 3, 2006 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL600881 | REPLACED | Jul 26, 2005 | May 1, 2006 |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | BIPD/Primary | SFT5887477 | CANCELLED | Jul 7, 2004 | Jul 7, 2005 |
| FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 455512 | CANCELLED | Jul 7, 2004 | Aug 19, 2005 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | MR-6B790081-12-CAG | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2024 | May 1, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | GLA-9450428-02 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 3, 2012 | Jun 3, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | GLA-9450428-02 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2012 | May 1, 2012 |
| CANCEL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | GLA-9450428-01 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 15, 2011 | Sep 15, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN GUARANTEE & LIABILITY INS. CO. | GLA9450428 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2010 | May 1, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL603294 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2009 | May 1, 2009 |
| CANCEL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL602122 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2008 | May 1, 2008 |
| CANCEL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL601502 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2007 | May 1, 2007 |
| TERM/CANCL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL600881 | BIPD/Primary | May 3, 2006 | May 3, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL600881 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2006 | May 1, 2006 |
| CANCEL | FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | 455512 | CARGO | Aug 19, 2005 | Aug 19, 2005 |
| CANCEL | THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | SFT5887477 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 7, 2005 | Jul 7, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | 455512 | CARGO | Jul 7, 2004 | Jul 7, 2004 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-495211 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (6 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC495211 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 7, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 9, 2012 |
| MC495211 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 19, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 6, 2011 |
| MC495211 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 4, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 25, 2008 |
| MC495211 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 4, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 1, 2007 |
| MC495211 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Aug 2, 2006 | — | Unknown |
| MC495211 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Aug 5, 2004 | REVOKED | Jul 13, 2005 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Measures
BASIC measure values (lower = better). Percentile rankings not available for this carrier. Data from SMS snapshot Apr 5, 2026.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
1 state • 47 inspections
Violation Summary (109 violations from 47 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 20 | 1 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 7 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 7 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 5 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 5 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 3 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TEPBM | Tires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area | 2 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A-FRBFC | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 2 | 2 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(1) | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 2 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b) | 390.21T(b) | 2 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.60(e) | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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 | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.50D-B | Steering mechanism defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:177.817A-HMSP | Placarding violation | 1 | 1 | 8 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.9BA-NOREGINTER | 392.9BA-NOREGINTER | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:107.608B-HMAMC | 107.608B-HMAMC | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown |
| FMCSR:172.600C1-HMER | Emergency response information not available | 1 | 0 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLDL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:172.506A-HMPMC | Placard not visible from direction it faces | 1 | 1 | 4 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.43D-B | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:172.302A-HMM | HM (Markings) - Failing to mark a bulk HM package with ID numbers as required. | 1 | 1 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LBL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.23-LEU | Lighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g. unplugged or loose pigtail) | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A4-PBME | Tires - Has a cut to the extent that the ply or belt material is exposed. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75B-TF | Tire tread depth insufficient (steer) | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.71H10-CDDSDD | Fifth wheel defective | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A-FRCLS | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFY | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.70C-CDTMUFB | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70C-CDTMLB | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51A-LCDLRSWD | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.7 | Unsafe operations forbidden | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9(a)(3) | Drivers view and / or movement is obstructed | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8 | Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.9(a)(1) | Failing to secure cargo as specified in 49 CFR 393.100 through 393.142 | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201(a) | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | 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 (47 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 16, 2026 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | ORCHARD ROAD | ...749196 | TERRY JOHNSON TRUCKING INC |
| Mar 18, 2025 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | 36.752453/-118.163308 | ...234156 | TERRY JOHNSON TRUCKING INC |
| Aug 7, 2023 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | 37.044944/-121.271185 | ...743394 | TERRY JOHNSON TRUCKING INC |
| Mar 15, 2023 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | RT166/.7m E of BASIC SCHOOL RD | ...273816 | TERRY JOHNSON TRUCKING INC |
| Feb 7, 2023 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | RT101/1.3MI N OF RT166 | ...392509 | TERRY JOHNSON TRUCKING INC |
| Jan 24, 2023 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | BETTERAVIA RD/.4mi W of ROSEMARY RD | ...255745 | TERRY JOHNSON TRUCKING INC |
| Dec 2, 2022 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | UNINCORPORATED | RT 198/1.2mi E of PEACH TREE RD | ...408555 | TERRY JOHNSON TRUCKING INC |
| Apr 14, 2021 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | RT245/AV 300 | ...442992 | TERRY JOHNSON TRUCKING INC |
| Oct 12, 2020 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 5, 2020 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 18, 2020 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 21, 2020 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 15, 2019 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 8, 2019 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 9, 2019 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 26, 2019 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 1, 2018 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 28, 2018 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 15, 2018 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 12, 2018 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 6, 2018 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 16, 2018 | CA | FATAL | 2 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 8, 2017 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 9, 2017 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 28, 2017 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
39 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 39 events