CURTZE TRANSPORTATION INC
USDOT 1480997 • 1717 EAST 12TH STREET 1717 EAST, ERIE, PA, 16511
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-552555 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Aug 5, 2015 |
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 7469771 | ON FILE | Jul 1, 2015 | Jul 1, 2015 |
| LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | 017397056 | ON FILE | Jul 1, 2010 | Jul 1, 2010 |
| THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | CPP 106 19 02 | ON FILE | Jul 1, 2009 | Jul 1, 2010 |
Insurance History (12 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONWIDE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMP | BIPD/Primary | BA00000016222R | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2014 | Jul 1, 2015 |
| NATIONWIDE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMP | BIPD/Primary | BA00000016222R | CANCELLED | Jul 1, 2014 | Aug 8, 2015 |
| HARLEYSVILLE PREFERRED INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BA00000016222R | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2013 | Jul 1, 2014 |
| WAUSAU UNDERWRITERS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASJ-Z51-290401-03 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2011 | Jul 1, 2013 |
| LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | 017397056 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2010 | Jul 1, 2011 |
| THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CPA 106 19 02 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2009 | Jul 1, 2010 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD | AS2-631-509276-027 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2007 | Jul 1, 2009 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | AS2-631-509276-027 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2007 | Jul 1, 2009 |
| NATIONAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. OF HARTFORD | BIPD/Primary | 2089181812 | CANCELLED | Jul 1, 2006 | Sep 6, 2007 |
| NATIONAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. OF HARTFORD | BIPD/Primary | 2089181812 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2006 | Jul 1, 2007 |
| AMERICAN ZURICH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CPO 2332801-02 | REPLACED | Jun 30, 2005 | Jul 1, 2006 |
| AMERICAN ZURICH INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CPO 2332801-02 | REPLACED | Jun 30, 2005 | Jul 1, 2007 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONWIDE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMP | BA00000016222R | BIPD/Primary | Aug 8, 2015 | Aug 8, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONWIDE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMP | BA00000016222R | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2015 | Jul 1, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 7469771 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2015 | Jul 1, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | HARLEYSVILLE PREFERRED INSURANCE COMPANY | BA00000016222R | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2014 | Jul 1, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | WAUSAU UNDERWRITERS INSURANCE COMPANY | ASJ-Z51-290401-03 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2013 | Jul 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | 017397056 | BIPD | Jul 1, 2011 | Jul 1, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | CPA 106 19 02 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2010 | Jul 1, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | CPP 106 19 02 | CARGO | Jul 1, 2010 | Jul 1, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | 017397056 | BIPD | Jul 1, 2010 | Jul 1, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AS2-631-509276-027 | BIPD | Jul 1, 2009 | Jul 1, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AS2-631-509276-027 | CARGO | Jul 1, 2009 | Jul 1, 2009 |
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. OF HARTFORD | 2089181812 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 6, 2007 | Sep 6, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN ZURICH INSURANCE COMPANY | CPO 2332801-02 | CARGO | Jul 1, 2007 | Jul 1, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. OF HARTFORD | 2089181812 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2007 | Jul 1, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN ZURICH INSURANCE COMPANY | CPO 2332801-02 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2006 | Jul 1, 2006 |
Authority Action History (3 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC552555 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 13, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 5, 2015 |
| MC552555 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 10, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 16, 2007 |
| MC552555 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 3, 2006 | — | 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
7 states • 215 inspections
Violation Summary (57 violations from latest 100 of 215 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.203B-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab/body mounts loose/broken/missing | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSIR | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TFL | Tires - Front leaking or inflation 50% or less than of the maximum inflation pressure | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-HCM | Hubs - Bearing cap plug or filler plug missing or broken | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.205C-WRAWFLMIB | Wheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.201B-FR | Frame - Cab or body mounts loose/broken/missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209D-STPAL | Wheel fasteners loose/missing | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55A-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2WG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:172.201D-HMSPS | Hazmat shipping paper format incorrect | 1 | 0 | 4 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:177.817E2-HMHC | HM (Highway Carriage) - Failing to have HM shipping papers readily accessible. | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.55D1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | 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:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLDL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1T | Tires (general) | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2IRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
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 (215 inspections)
Showing 50 of 215
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 5, 2026 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | SWATARA TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 0283 S | ...Y21455 | CURTZE TRANSPORTATION INC |
| May 7, 2025 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | ERIE CITY | ROUTE 0005 E | ...734681 | CURTZE TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Nov 14, 2024 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | Ref Marker: | ...X97963 | CURTZE TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Aug 29, 2024 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | FREEHOLD TOWNSHIP | ROUTE 0006 E | ...749491 | CURTZE TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Aug 13, 2024 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | SMITHFIELD TOWNSHIP | ROUTE 0022 W | ...701218 | CURTZE TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Jul 25, 2024 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | MARSHALL TOWNSHIP | THORN HILL RD | ...HU8756 | CURTZE TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Jan 22, 2024 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | ROBINSON TOWNSHIP | ROUTE 0022 W | ...S75046 | CURTZE TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Nov 27, 2023 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | AUSTINBURG (TOWNSHIP OF) | CR 0016 | ...472573 | CURTZE TRANSPORTATION INC |
| May 19, 2023 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | MILL CREEK TOWNSHIP | ROUTE 0832 E | ...GY8065 | CURTZE TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Mar 29, 2023 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | TITUSVILLE CITY | ROUTE 0008 W | ...179971 | CURTZE TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Nov 28, 2022 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | HARRISBURG CITY | ROUTE 8003 S | ...Y21455 | CURTZE TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Aug 16, 2021 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | Ref Marker: | ...406106 | CURTZE TRANSPORTATION INC |
| Nov 29, 2019 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 12, 2019 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 31, 2019 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 30, 2019 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 2, 2019 | PA | FATAL | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 17, 2018 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 21, 2018 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 15, 2017 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 4 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 3, 2017 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 16, 2017 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 20, 2016 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 14, 2014 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 10, 2014 | NY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
41 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 41 events