EL POTOSINO LLC
USDOT 1717313 • DBA: EL POTOSINO FOOD PRODUCTS • 3849 DELTA ST, SAN DIEGO, CA, 92113
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-629825 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Nov 29, 2024 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT5728311411 | ON FILE | Nov 28, 2024 | Nov 28, 2025 |
Insurance History (22 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP54538A | CANCELLED | Nov 28, 2019 | Nov 28, 2024 |
| SENTRY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0087357 | CANCELLED | Sep 1, 2017 | Dec 19, 2019 |
| SENTRY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0087357 | NAME CHANGED | Sep 1, 2017 | Dec 11, 2017 |
| SENTRY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0087357 | REPLACED | Sep 1, 2017 | Nov 28, 2019 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS078551 | REPLACED | Jul 3, 2017 | Sep 1, 2017 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS078551 | CANCELLED | Jul 3, 2017 | Oct 26, 2017 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS065732 | CANCELLED | Jul 3, 2016 | Jul 3, 2017 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS052093 | CANCELLED | Jul 3, 2015 | Jul 3, 2016 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0024435001 | CANCELLED | Jun 21, 2014 | Jun 21, 2015 |
| DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | BIPD/Primary | CCA-0002803-00 | CANCELLED | Apr 25, 2014 | Jun 21, 2014 |
| DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | BIPD/Primary | CCA-0002803-00 | CANCELLED | Sep 27, 2013 | Apr 25, 2014 |
| DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | BIPD/Primary | CCA-0002803-00 | CANCELLED | Jun 21, 2013 | Sep 27, 2013 |
| PLAZA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BAP1502585-00 | CANCELLED | Sep 20, 2012 | Jun 21, 2013 |
| PLAZA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BAP1502585-00 | CANCELLED | Jun 21, 2012 | Sep 20, 2012 |
| TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | COM 0109925-00 | NAME CHANGED | Mar 23, 2012 | May 14, 2012 |
| TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | COM 0109925-00 | CANCELLED | Mar 23, 2012 | Jun 21, 2012 |
| TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | COM 0109925-00 | REPLACED | Mar 23, 2012 | Mar 23, 2012 |
| TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | COM 109925-00 | CANCELLED | Dec 20, 2011 | Mar 23, 2012 |
| SUTTER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MTP0011562 | CANCELLED | Dec 18, 2010 | Dec 18, 2011 |
| SUTTER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MTP0010091 | CANCELLED | Dec 18, 2009 | Dec 18, 2010 |
| SUTTER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | STP22510 | CANCELLED | Dec 18, 2008 | Dec 18, 2009 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 482595 | REPLACED | Dec 18, 2007 | Dec 18, 2008 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT5728311411 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 28, 2025 | Nov 28, 2025 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP54538A | BIPD/Primary | Nov 28, 2024 | Nov 28, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | SENTRY INSURANCE COMPANY | A0087357 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 19, 2019 | Dec 19, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY INSURANCE COMPANY | A0087357 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 28, 2019 | Nov 28, 2019 |
| NAMECHG | SENTRY INSURANCE COMPANY | A0087357 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 11, 2017 | Dec 11, 2017 |
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS078551 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 26, 2017 | Oct 26, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS078551 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2017 | Sep 1, 2017 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS065732 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 3, 2017 | Jul 3, 2017 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS052093 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 3, 2016 | Jul 3, 2016 |
| CANCEL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0024435001 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 21, 2015 | Jun 21, 2015 |
| CANCEL | DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | CCA-0002803-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 21, 2014 | Jun 21, 2014 |
| CANCEL | DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | CCA-0002803-00 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 25, 2014 | Apr 25, 2014 |
| CANCEL | DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | CCA-0002803-00 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 27, 2013 | Sep 27, 2013 |
| CANCEL | PLAZA INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP1502585-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 21, 2013 | Jun 21, 2013 |
| CANCEL | PLAZA INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP1502585-00 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2012 | Sep 20, 2012 |
| CANCEL | TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | COM 0109925-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 21, 2012 | Jun 21, 2012 |
| NAMECHG | TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | COM 0109925-00 | BIPD/Primary | May 14, 2012 | May 14, 2012 |
| CANCEL | TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | COM 109925-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 23, 2012 | Mar 23, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | COM 0109925-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 23, 2012 | Mar 23, 2012 |
| CANCEL | SUTTER INSURANCE COMPANY | MTP0011562 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 18, 2011 | Dec 18, 2011 |
| CANCEL | SUTTER INSURANCE COMPANY | MTP0010091 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 18, 2010 | Dec 18, 2010 |
| CANCEL | SUTTER INSURANCE COMPANY | STP22510 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 18, 2009 | Dec 18, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 482595 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 18, 2008 | Dec 18, 2008 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-629825 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| CONTRACT | MC-629825 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| CONTRACT | MC-629825 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (17 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC629825 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 1, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 29, 2024 |
| MC629825 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 22, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 29, 2019 |
| MC629825 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jan 25, 2018 | — | Unknown |
| MC629825 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 29, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 5, 2017 |
| MC629825 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 6, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 6, 2017 |
| MC629825 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 6, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 5, 2016 |
| MC629825 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jul 16, 2015 | REVOKED | Dec 11, 2017 |
| MC629825 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 27, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 24, 2014 |
| MC629825 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 3, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 5, 2013 |
| MC629825 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 28, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 21, 2013 |
| MC629825 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 24, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 7, 2012 |
| MC629825 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jun 28, 2012 | REVOKED | Jun 29, 2015 |
| MC629825 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 27, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 13, 2012 |
| MC629825 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 21, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 21, 2011 |
| MC629825 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 22, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 20, 2010 |
| MC629825 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 23, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 11, 2009 |
| MC629825 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 4, 2008 | REVOKED | May 14, 2012 |
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
5 states • 11 inspections
Violation Summary (15 violations from 11 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16AD | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22H2-ELDNISDT | HOS (ELD) Driver failing to have instruction sheet describing the data transfer mechanisms supported by the ELD and step-by-step instructions for the driver to pr | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22H3-ELDMF | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have an instruction sheet for the driver describing ELD malfunction reporting requirements and recordkeeping proce | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.34(a)(1) | Failing to note malfunction that requires use of paper log | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2WG | 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:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | 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 (11 inspections)
| Date | Report # | Station | State | Level | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 19, 2025 | 86375716 | Roadside | CA | Level 5 | FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR | 0 | — | No |
| Oct 31, 2025 | 86214600 | HOLBROOK AZ | AZ | Level 2 | UTILITY TR SEMI-TRAILER | 0 | — | No |
| Apr 15, 2025 | 84446574 | MAYER AZ | AZ | Level 3 | UTILITY TR SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | 395.8A1-HOSP | Yes |
| Nov 19, 2024 | 83210482 | TRINIDAD CO | CO | Level 3 | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 4 | 392.16AD, 395.22H2-ELDNISDT, 395.22H3-ELDMF | No |
| Jul 19, 2024 | 82190549 | RATON PORT OF ENTRY | NM | Level 2 | PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR | 0 | — | No |
| May 31, 2024 | 81761529 | HELPER UT | UT | Level 3 | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | 392.2 | No |
| May 22, 2024 | 81715627 | TRINIDAD CO | CO | Level 3 | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | 396.17(c), 395.34(a)(1), 395.8(a)(1) | Yes |
| Mar 21, 2024 | 81166883 | SIDEWINDER PLATFORM SCALE | CA | Level 1 | PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR | 0 | — | No |
| Mar 7, 2024 | 81100080 | TRINIDAD CO | CO | Level 3 | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | 395.8(a), 392.2, 392.2WG | No |
| Oct 2, 2023 | 79802229 | YUMA AZ | AZ | Level 2 | UTILITY TR SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | 396.17C-PI, 392.2-SLLTCD, 395.8A1-HOSP | Yes |
| Jul 13, 2023 | 79145445 | RATON PORT OF ENTRY | NM | Level 2 | UTIL SEMI-TRAILER | 0 | — | No |
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
2 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (2 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 6, 2022 | CO | TOW | 0 | 0 | COLORADO SPRINGS | I25 .40 MILES N OF MP 141 | ...266442 | EL POTOSINO FOOD PRODUCTS |
| Nov 12, 2014 | CO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
26 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 26 events