S & R TOWING INC
USDOT 1757147 • 1060 AIRPORT RD, OCEANSIDE, CA, 92058
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-642685 | REVOKED | Sep 20, 2010 | Nov 7, 2017 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZURICH AMERICAN INS. CO. OF ILLINOIS | BIPD/Primary | CPO1643275 | ON FILE | Nov 1, 2023 | Nov 1, 2024 |
| TRUCK INSURANCE EXCHANGE | CARGO | 60484-85-36 | ON FILE | Sep 14, 2011 | Nov 22, 2013 |
Insurance History (15 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TWT 0000224-00 | REPLACED | Nov 1, 2022 | Nov 1, 2023 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CPO1640833 | REPLACED | Nov 1, 2017 | Nov 1, 2022 |
| TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | COM 0114699-00 | CANCELLED | Jun 21, 2017 | Nov 1, 2017 |
| TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | COM 0114699-00 | CANCELLED | Nov 1, 2016 | Jun 21, 2017 |
| MARKEL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 8502RB011008-0 | CANCELLED | Nov 1, 2013 | Nov 19, 2016 |
| MARKEL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 8502RB011008-0 | REPLACED | Nov 1, 2013 | Nov 1, 2016 |
| TRUCK INSURANCE EXCHANGE | BIPD/Primary | 60484-85-36 | CANCELLED | Sep 14, 2011 | Nov 22, 2013 |
| TRUCK INSURANCE EXCHANGE | BIPD/Primary | 60484-85-36 | REPLACED | Sep 14, 2010 | Sep 14, 2011 |
| TRUCK INSURANCE EXCHANGE | CARGO | 60440-34-31 | REPLACED | Sep 14, 2010 | Sep 14, 2011 |
| EVEREST NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 7400000593-091 | CANCELLED | Sep 14, 2009 | Sep 14, 2010 |
| EVEREST NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 7400000593-091 | CANCELLED | Sep 14, 2009 | Sep 14, 2010 |
| EVEREST NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 7400000593-081 | CANCELLED | Sep 14, 2008 | Sep 14, 2009 |
| EVEREST NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 7400000593-081 | CANCELLED | Sep 14, 2008 | Sep 14, 2009 |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | CARGO | TIP-001258 | CANCELLED | Apr 18, 2008 | Sep 14, 2008 |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | BIPD/Primary | TIP-001258 | CANCELLED | Apr 18, 2008 | Sep 14, 2008 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | ZURICH AMERICAN INS. CO. OF ILLINOIS | CPO1643275 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2024 | Nov 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | TWT 0000224-00 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2023 | Nov 1, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CPO1640833 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2022 | Nov 1, 2022 |
| CANCEL | TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | COM 0114699-00 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2017 | Nov 1, 2017 |
| CANCEL | TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | COM 0114699-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 21, 2017 | Jun 21, 2017 |
| TERM/CANCL | MARKEL INSURANCE COMPANY | 8502RB011008-0 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 19, 2016 | Nov 19, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | MARKEL INSURANCE COMPANY | 8502RB011008-0 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2016 | Nov 1, 2016 |
| CANCEL | TRUCK INSURANCE EXCHANGE | 60484-85-36 | CARGO | Nov 22, 2013 | Nov 22, 2013 |
| CANCEL | TRUCK INSURANCE EXCHANGE | 60484-85-36 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 22, 2013 | Nov 22, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | TRUCK INSURANCE EXCHANGE | 60484-85-36 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 14, 2011 | Sep 14, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | TRUCK INSURANCE EXCHANGE | 60440-34-31 | CARGO | Sep 14, 2011 | Sep 14, 2011 |
| CANCEL | EVEREST NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 7400000593-091 | CARGO | Sep 14, 2010 | Sep 14, 2010 |
| CANCEL | EVEREST NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 7400000593-091 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 14, 2010 | Sep 14, 2010 |
| CANCEL | EVEREST NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 7400000593-081 | CARGO | Sep 14, 2009 | Sep 14, 2009 |
| CANCEL | EVEREST NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 7400000593-081 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 14, 2009 | Sep 14, 2009 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | TIP-001258 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 14, 2008 | Sep 14, 2008 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | TIP-001258 | CARGO | Sep 14, 2008 | Sep 14, 2008 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-642685 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-642685 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-642685 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (8 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC642685 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jan 25, 2019 | — | Unknown |
| MC642685 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 25, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 30, 2017 |
| MC642685 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 24, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 2, 2016 |
| MC642685 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jul 31, 2014 | REVOKED | Nov 7, 2017 |
| MC642685 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Feb 1, 2012 | REVOKED | Dec 2, 2013 |
| MC642685 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 18, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 14, 2009 |
| MC642685 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 18, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 12, 2008 |
| MC642685 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 13, 2008 | REVOKED | Sep 20, 2010 |
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
1 state • 111 inspections
Violation Summary (72 violations from latest 100 of 111 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 14 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 9 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 6 | 3 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 5 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 5 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-DLDSUJM | Driveline/Driveshaft - Any independent vertical movement between opposing yoke ends greater than 1/8 inch with hand pressure only. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.3E3-MC | 390.3E3-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.207A-SAPPAS | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41A | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-VAC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | 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 | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | 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-LPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.30 | Battery improperly secured | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43 | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70(b)(1)(i) | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(e) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100(b) | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(a) | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
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 (111 inspections)
Showing 50 of 111
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
11 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (11 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 8, 2025 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | WYNOLA RD | ...A18771 | S & R TOWING INC |
| Dec 25, 2024 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | OCEANSIDE | SR 76 WB / AIRPORT RD | ...VF5317 | S & R TOWING INC |
| Mar 27, 2023 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | VALLEY CENTER RD / 111 FT N of KUUTPAT CIR | ...LM1214 | S & R TOWING INC |
| Feb 25, 2022 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | LAKE WOHLFORD RD/1246ft N WOODS VALLEY RD | ...304712 | S & R TOWING INC |
| Feb 12, 2019 | CA | FATAL | 3 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| May 23, 2018 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 29, 2018 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 22, 2016 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 3, 2016 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 3, 2014 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 7, 2009 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
29 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 29 events