VANCE BROTHERS LLC
USDOT 144525 • 5201 BRIGHTON AVE, KANSAS CITY, MO, 64130
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | 9M352747 | ON FILE | Dec 11, 2024 | Jan 1, 2026 |
| GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | CARGO | CCI 0412043 | ON FILE | Jan 1, 2005 | Jan 27, 2012 |
Insurance History (8 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 9M352747 | NAME CHANGED | May 10, 2024 | Dec 23, 2024 |
| TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 9M352747 | REPLACED | May 10, 2024 | Dec 11, 2024 |
| TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 4034346024 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2015 | May 10, 2024 |
| THE CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 4034346024 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2012 | Jan 1, 2015 |
| GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | BIPD/Primary | CBA 0412043 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2005 | Jan 1, 2012 |
| GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | BIPD/Primary | CBA 0412043 | CANCELLED | Jan 1, 2005 | Jan 27, 2012 |
| TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 163174624 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 1999 | Jan 1, 2005 |
| TRANSCONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 163174638 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 1999 | Jan 1, 2005 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY OF AMERICA | 9M352747 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2026 | Jan 1, 2026 |
| TERM/CANCL | TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY | 9M352747 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 23, 2024 | Dec 23, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS INDEMNITY COMPANY | 9M352747 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 11, 2024 | Dec 11, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO. | 4034346024 | BIPD/Primary | May 10, 2024 | May 10, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | 4034346024 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2015 | Jan 1, 2015 |
| CANCEL | GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | CCI 0412043 | CARGO | Jan 27, 2012 | Jan 27, 2012 |
| TERM/CANCL | GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | CBA 0412043 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 27, 2012 | Jan 27, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | CBA 0412043 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2012 | Jan 1, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | TRANSPORTATION INSURANCE CO. | 163174624 | CARGO | Jan 1, 2005 | Jan 1, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | TRANSCONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | 163174638 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2005 | Jan 1, 2005 |
Authority Action History (6 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC142801 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 20, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 12, 2024 |
| MC142801 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 20, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 12, 2024 |
| MC142801 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 3, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 17, 2012 |
| MC142801 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 3, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 17, 2012 |
| MC142801 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 5, 1999 | — | Unknown |
| MC142801 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 1, 1999 | — | Unknown |
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
10 states • 77 inspections
Violation Summary (155 violations from 77 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 29 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 10 | 3 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIHE | Inoperative/defective brakes | 8 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 6 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 6 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 4 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100(b) | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 4 | 4 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 4 | 4 | 5 | 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 | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 2 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| 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:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(g) | 393.75(g) | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(b) | 393.9(b) | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.10A4-RRC | Railroad Crossing - Driver failed to stop at a railroad grade crossing - Hazmat Cargo Tank | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:177.817A-HMRSPMC | Placarding violation | 1 | 0 | 8 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:177.817A-HMPSPMC | Placarding violation | 1 | 0 | 8 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.2SLSNC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LLPL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43D-B | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75G-TAOW | Tires - All others weight carried exceeds tire load limit | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHWS | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43D-BSB | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(e) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a)(1) | 391.41(a)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2 | Operating a CMV without a CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.11B4-DEN | Driver operating a CMV without proper endorsements or in violation of restrictions | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75G-LOAD | Weight carried exceeds tire load limit | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24(c)(2)(iii) | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95(a)(1) | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43(d) | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104(f)(3) | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(b) | Tire tread depth insufficient (steer) | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.71(h) | License (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(5) | Not physically qualified | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:177.817(a) | Placarding violation | 1 | 1 | 8 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:172.504(a) | Placarding - table 1 materials | 1 | 1 | 8 | Hazardous Materials |
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 (77 inspections)
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 30, 2025 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | Not Reported | I070 | ...636693 | VANCE BROTHERS LLC |
| Jun 19, 2025 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | Not Reported | K020 | ...024439 | VANCE BROTHERS LLC |
| Apr 30, 2025 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL | DUGAS | ...077084 | VANCE BROTHERS LLC |
| Jul 6, 2023 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE | RT J | ...003959 | VANCE BROTHERS INC |
| Jun 26, 2023 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | LAFAYETTE | US-90 | ...ME0750 | VANCE BROTHERS INC |
| May 9, 2023 | NE | TOW | 0 | 0 | OMAHA | I-80 \ 1000 FT \ W \MM450 | ...031743 | VANCE BROTHERS INC |
| Dec 15, 2021 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | FORT WORTH | 10500 NORTH FWY | ...003182 | VANCE BROTHERS INC |
| Oct 5, 2021 | MS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | ALCORN | 350 | ...004092 | VANCE BROTHERS INC |
| Jul 20, 2021 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | HERMITAGE | US 54 | ...842833 | VANCE BROTHERS INC |
| May 19, 2021 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I070 | ...257522 | VANCE BROTHERS INC |
| Oct 30, 2020 | OK | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 9, 2019 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 22, 2019 | MS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 4, 2019 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 22, 2018 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 27, 2018 | MS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 1, 2018 | MS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 22, 2017 | KS | FATAL | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 1, 2017 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 8, 2016 | NM | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 9, 2016 | MS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 3, 2016 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 9, 2016 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 28, 2016 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 8, 2016 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
37 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
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