M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP
USDOT 1529066 • 2500 NW 46 STREET, MIAMI, FL, 33142
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals2 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-570004 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Mar 9, 2026 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRISURA SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MIT-UKNAP2300164-1272 | ON FILE | Sep 5, 2025 | Mar 7, 2026 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | DKG4604 | ON FILE | Jul 24, 2006 | Feb 22, 2007 |
Insurance History (20 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRISURA SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MIT-UKNAP2300164-1272 | CANCELLED | Mar 7, 2025 | Oct 1, 2025 |
| TRISURA SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MIT-UKNAP2300164-1272 | REPLACED | Mar 7, 2025 | Sep 5, 2025 |
| TRISURA SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BE20173365-00 | REPLACED | Dec 27, 2024 | Mar 7, 2025 |
| TRISURA SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FIP10612021 | CANCELLED | Dec 21, 2021 | Dec 21, 2024 |
| TRISURA SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FIP10612020 | REPLACED | Dec 21, 2020 | Dec 21, 2021 |
| TRISURA SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FIP10612020 | CANCELLED | Dec 21, 2020 | Jan 13, 2022 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | TWP500087-00 | CANCELLED | Dec 21, 2019 | Dec 21, 2020 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | TWP20024200 | REPLACED | Dec 21, 2017 | Dec 21, 2019 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | AU201600011601 | CANCELLED | Dec 21, 2016 | Dec 21, 2017 |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | BIPD/Primary | QDX-FL000031-00 | CANCELLED | Dec 21, 2015 | Dec 21, 2016 |
| KNIGHTBROOK INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KBQFL000060-00 | CANCELLED | Dec 21, 2014 | Dec 21, 2015 |
| LIBERTY INSURANCE UNDERWRITERS | BIPD/Primary | RSA-000062-0113 | CANCELLED | Dec 21, 2013 | Dec 21, 2014 |
| ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TIPKG0004600 | REPLACED | Dec 21, 2012 | Dec 21, 2013 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTO1384476 | REPLACED | Aug 18, 2012 | Dec 21, 2012 |
| CASTLEPOINT FLORIDA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BAPBY0344211 | CANCELLED | Aug 18, 2011 | Aug 18, 2012 |
| AEQUICAP INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TC021372 | CANCELLED | Jul 24, 2006 | Feb 13, 2007 |
| AEQUICAP INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TC021372 | REPLACED | Jul 24, 2006 | Jul 24, 2006 |
| AEQUICAP INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TC021372 | REPLACED | Jul 24, 2006 | Jul 24, 2006 |
| AEQUICAP INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TC021372 | CANCELLED | Jul 24, 2006 | Oct 15, 2006 |
| AEQUICAP INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TC021372 | CANCELLED | Jul 24, 2006 | Nov 20, 2006 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | TRISURA SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | MIT-UKNAP2300164-1272 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 7, 2026 | Mar 7, 2026 |
| TERM/CANCL | TRISURA SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | MIT-UKNAP2300164-1272 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2025 | Oct 1, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | TRISURA SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | MIT-UKNAP2300164-1272 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 5, 2025 | Sep 5, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | TRISURA SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BE20173365-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 7, 2025 | Mar 7, 2025 |
| CANCEL | TRISURA SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | FIP10612021 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2024 | Dec 21, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | TRISURA SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | FIP10612020 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 13, 2022 | Jan 13, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | TRISURA SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | FIP10612020 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2021 | Dec 21, 2021 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | TWP500087-00 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2020 | Dec 21, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | TWP20024200 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2019 | Dec 21, 2019 |
| CANCEL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | AU201600011601 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2017 | Dec 21, 2017 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | QDX-FL000031-00 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2016 | Dec 21, 2016 |
| CANCEL | KNIGHTBROOK INSURANCE COMPANY | KBQFL000060-00 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2015 | Dec 21, 2015 |
| CANCEL | LIBERTY INSURANCE UNDERWRITERS | RSA-000062-0113 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2014 | Dec 21, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY | TIPKG0004600 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2013 | Dec 21, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CTO1384476 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2012 | Dec 21, 2012 |
| CANCEL | CASTLEPOINT FLORIDA INSURANCE COMPANY | BAPBY0344211 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 18, 2012 | Aug 18, 2012 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | DKG4604 | CARGO | Feb 22, 2007 | Feb 22, 2007 |
| CANCEL | AEQUICAP INSURANCE COMPANY | TC021372 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 13, 2007 | Feb 13, 2007 |
| TERM/CANCL | AEQUICAP INSURANCE COMPANY | TC021372 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 20, 2006 | Nov 20, 2006 |
| TERM/CANCL | AEQUICAP INSURANCE COMPANY | TC021372 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 15, 2006 | Oct 15, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | AEQUICAP INSURANCE COMPANY | TC021372 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 24, 2006 | Jul 24, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | AEQUICAP INSURANCE COMPANY | TC021372 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 24, 2006 | Jul 24, 2006 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-570004 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (12 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC570004 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 9, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 9, 2026 |
| MC570004 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 4, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 8, 2025 |
| MC570004 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 25, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 30, 2024 |
| MC570004 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 3, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 22, 2023 |
| MC570004 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 24, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 2, 2020 |
| MC570004 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 24, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 14, 2017 |
| MC570004 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 28, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 21, 2016 |
| MC570004 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 24, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 17, 2015 |
| MC570004 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 24, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 19, 2014 |
| MC570004 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 23, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 6, 2012 |
| MC570004 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Aug 19, 2011 | — | Unknown |
| MC570004 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Aug 31, 2006 | REVOKED | Feb 20, 2007 |
Out-of-Service Orders (1)
| OOS Date | Reason | Status | Rescinded |
|---|---|---|---|
| May 2, 2007 | New Entrant Revoked - Refusal of Audit/No Contact | ACTIVE | Aug 10, 2011 |
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
6 states • 43 inspections
Violation Summary (115 violations from 43 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 17 | 3 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 6 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 5 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 4 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 3 | 3 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16AD | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.132(c) | Cargo securement - dressed lumber/building products | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(5) | Not physically qualified | 2 | 2 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.81-H | Horn inoperable | 1 | 0 | 2 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A-FRCLS | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207A-SAPPCBLM | Suspension defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b)(1) | 390.21T(b)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:171.2B-HMGRMC | HM (General Requirements) - Failing to comply with all applicable requirements of this subchapter or an exemption or special permit approval or registration is | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials Compliance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LBL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.13(c)(1) | No Side retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflective material as required for vehicles manufactured before December 1993 | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(b) | 393.9(b) | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78(a) | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.82 | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(4) | No valid medical certificate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.41(a)(1) | 391.41(a)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.7(a) | Driver failing to conduct pre-trip inspection | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95(a)(4) | 393.95(a)(4) | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209(e) | Power steering violations | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83(e) | Exhaust - System discharging from a truck or truck-tractor at a location other than at the rear of the cab | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BI-TSA | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.51 | Steering wheel free play excessive | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(1) | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
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 (43 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 5, 2025 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | COCONUT CREEK | N STATE ROAD 91 (FLORIDA TURNPIKE) EXIT RAMP | ...HT8297 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Mar 4, 2025 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | HIALEAH | W OKEECHOBEE RD | ...287960 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Sep 18, 2024 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | I-75 SB (SR93) | ...FT9942 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Sep 18, 2024 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | PUNTA GORDA | US 17 | ...992460 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Aug 30, 2024 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | 20TH ST | ...FK1055 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Aug 9, 2024 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED H.C. | W. HANNA AVE | ...H22594 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Jun 17, 2024 | FL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | FT. LAUDERDALE | INTERSTTAE 95 SB | ...884835 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Apr 30, 2024 | FL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | UNINCORPORATED | STATE ROAD 70 EAST | ...565744 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Mar 6, 2024 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | HIALEAH GARDENS | W HIALEAH-HIALEAH GARDENS BLVD | ...LT5833 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Oct 6, 2023 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | I-75 (S.R. 93) | ...HT8297 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Sep 20, 2023 | FL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | POMPANO BEACH | INTERSTATE 95 (SR-9) | ...298263 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Jun 29, 2023 | FL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | MIAMI | INTERSTATE 395 | ...V79549 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Feb 14, 2023 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | SB FLORIDAS TURNPIKE (SR91) MM146 | ...373010 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Aug 19, 2022 | FL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | WEST PALM BEACH | CONTINENTAL DR | ...170373 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Jun 2, 2022 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | CLEWISTON | W US 27 | ...461446 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Mar 12, 2022 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | INTERSTATE 95 (STATE ROAD 9) | ...U46526 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Feb 3, 2022 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | MIAMI | SR-836 | ...Z67428 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Jan 12, 2022 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | HOLLYWOOD | INTERSTATE 95 | ...125184 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Oct 25, 2021 | FL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | UNINCORPORATED | INTERSTATE 95 (STATE ROAD 9) | ...K33947 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Oct 3, 2021 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | INTERSTATE 95 | ...240300 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Apr 15, 2021 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | MIAMI | EASTBOUND STATE ROAD-112 | ...X76024 | M & S CARGO EXPRESS CORP |
| Apr 30, 2020 | FL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 7, 2020 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 18, 2019 | FL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 9, 2018 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
50 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 50 events