FAMILY FOOD DISTRIBUTORS INC
USDOT 1272211 • 969 NEWARK TURNPIKE UNIT D, KEARNY, NJ, 07032
ACTIVE
Authority:None on file
Insurance:None on file
BOC-3:Not on file
Safety Rating:Not rated
MCS-150:Never updated
OOS Orders:None
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
USDOT
1,272,211
Status
ACTIVE
Operation
Interstate
State
Phone
2019977689
Email
Power Units (MCS-150)
36
Drivers (MCS-150)
33
MCS-150 Mileage
174,602
Physical Address
969 NEWARK TURNPIKE UNIT D, KEARNY, NJ, 07032
Contact
Phone: 2019977689
Email: [email protected]
Risk Signals1 flagged
MEDIUM
Elevated driver OOS rate: 33.3%
National average is 6.7%. This carrier's driver OOS rate is 26.6 percentage points above average.
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Active Authority
0
Revoked / Inactive
0
Authority Types
0
Insurance Policies
None on file
BOC-3 Filing
Not on file
Operating Authority
fmcsa-authhistApr 5, 2026
No records found
No insurance filings found for this carrier in FMCSA records.
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Driver Fitness
43%
Unsafe Driving
42%
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspections
78
Violations
142
34 OOS
Vehicle OOS %
5.1%
Driver OOS %
33.3%
Above nat'l avg (6.7%)
Power Units (MCS-150)
36
Drivers (MCS-150)
33
Crash Records
5
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
2
May
2
Jun
2
Jul
2
Aug
1
Sep
4
Oct
2
Nov
2
Dec
3
Jan
2
Feb
5
Mar
1
Apr
3
May
2
Jun
3
Jul
3
Aug
5
Sep
2
Oct
2
Nov
3
Dec
5
Jan
3
Feb
6
Mar
Apr
Clean monthMonth with OOSBased on latest 78 of 78 inspection records
Inspection Activity Map
12 states • 78 inspections
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Violation Summary (142 violations from 78 inspections)
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| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 22 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 13 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 8 | 8 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 5 | 5 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 4 | 4 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:376.11(d)(1) | 376.11(d)(1) | 3 | 0 | — | Unknown |
| FMCSR:393.47(d) | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11B2-Q | Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. Driver failed the I | 2 | 2 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.201B-FR | Frame - Cab or body mounts loose/broken/missing | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 2 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 2 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 2 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.203E-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.9(d)(2) | Failure to correct defects noted on previous inspection report | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a)(1) | 391.41(a)(1) | 2 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.75(g) | 393.75(g) | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8F1-HOSM | HOS (Manner) - Driver's record of duty status not current to the time shown for last change of duty status. Date and Time: | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:391.41APC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:390.21TE2IV-D | 390.21TE2IV-D | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41A-MCPC | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:390.21TE-LCMVINFO | 390.21TE-LCMVINFO | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | 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:391.11B5-LNCDLNVE | License - Endorsement - Operate a CMV without proper endorsement or in violation of restriction. NOTE: Other than a 391.41 violation. | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | 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:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41B10-MC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial vehicle without corrective lenses or hearing aid as indicated on the driver's medical certificate | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:383.51A-NSOUT | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 0 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLCP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8K2-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have in possession RODS for the previous seven consecutive days and available for inspection while on duty | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.203B-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab/body mounts loose/broken/missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60E | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.7(a) | Driver failing to conduct pre-trip inspection | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.82(a)(1) | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.60(e) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.30 | Battery improperly secured | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21(b) | USDOT number not displayed | 1 | 0 | 3 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.209(d) | Wheel fasteners loose/missing | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(4) | No valid medical certificate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:396.1 | Carrier responsibility for inspection/maintenance | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21(e) | 390.21(e) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:391.15(a) | Driving while disqualified | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(5) | Not physically qualified | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:390.21T(e) | 390.21T(e) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
Vehicle OOS Rate
5.1%vs nat'l 23.4%
-18.3 pts below avg
Driver OOS Rate
33.3%vs nat'l 6.7%
+26.6 pts above avg
Violations / Inspection
1.82vs nat'l 1.80
On par with national average
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (78 inspections)
Showing 50 of 78
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Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
67 total · 31.3% OOS
2024-042026-03
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Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
5 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Total Crashes
5
Fatalities
0
Injuries
7
Across 3 crashes
Tow-Aways
4
Crash History (5 records)
fmcsa-crash-fileApr 5, 2026
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 26, 2025 | NJ | INJURY | 0 | 3 | NORTH ARLINGTON | Rt 507 (River Road) | ...VZ3133 | FAMILY FOOD DISTRIBUTORS INC |
| Jun 1, 2021 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | Rt 495I Ref Mrkr 495IX5M14113 | ...S52839 | FAMILY FOOD DISTRIBUTORS INC |
| Jul 2, 2020 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 15, 2018 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 27, 2018 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
5 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
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