HOWMET TRANSPORT SERVICES INC
USDOT 175908 • 926 EAST LINCOLNWAY, LA PORTE, IN, 46350-3950
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
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ISA H07846216 | ON FILE | Jul 1, 2002 | Mar 27, 2003 |
| UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | CARGO | CIM1450778000 | ON FILE | Apr 1, 1998 | Apr 1, 1999 |
| THE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA | BIPD | ISA HO 286652-3 | ON FILE | Jan 1, 1994 | Jul 1, 1996 |
Insurance History (7 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ISA H07846216 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2002 | Jul 1, 2002 |
| PACIFIC EMPLOYERS INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | ISA H07846216 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2001 | Jul 1, 2002 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | RG168100407201 | CANCELLED | Jul 1, 2000 | Sep 7, 2001 |
| AMERICAN MANUFACTURERS MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | F5Y 006 177-00 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 1999 | Jul 1, 2000 |
| GENESIS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | YXB300524 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 1998 | Jul 1, 1999 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | UC2J CAP 185K8380-TIL 96 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 1996 | Jul 1, 1998 |
| FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 6516399 | REPLACED | Sep 10, 1987 | Apr 1, 1998 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | ISA H07846216 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 27, 2003 | Mar 27, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | ISA H07846216 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2002 | Jul 1, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | PACIFIC EMPLOYERS INSURANCE CO. | ISA H07846216 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2002 | Jul 1, 2002 |
| CANCEL | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | RG168100407201 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 7, 2001 | Sep 7, 2001 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN MANUFACTURERS MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | F5Y 006 177-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2000 | Jul 1, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | GENESIS INSURANCE COMPANY | YXB300524 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 1999 | Jul 1, 1999 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | CIM1450778000 | CARGO | Apr 1, 1999 | Apr 1, 1999 |
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | UC2J CAP 185K8380-TIL 96 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 1998 | Jul 1, 1998 |
| TERM/REPL | FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | 6516399 | CARGO | Apr 1, 1998 | Apr 1, 1998 |
| TERM/REPL | THE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA | ISA HO 286652-3 | BIPD | Jul 1, 1996 | Jul 1, 1996 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-206107 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| CONTRACT | MC-206107 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC206107 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Feb 12, 2002 | — | Unknown |
| MC206107 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Feb 12, 2002 | — | Unknown |
| MC206107 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 1, 1988 | REVOKED | Nov 21, 2001 |
| MC206107 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 1, 1988 | REVOKED | Nov 21, 2001 |
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
23 states • 127 inspections
Violation Summary (100 violations from latest 100 of 127 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 22 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 7 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 6 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 5 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 5 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24D | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22G-ELDMFV | HOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A-VLRB | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.207F-SLAS | Suspension - Leaking 3 PSI in 5 minutes | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22H4-ELDBRODS | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have a supply of blank driver's records of duty status graph-grids sufficient to record the driver's duty status a | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.82DUMT | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11B4 | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a CDL (passenger or property carrying) vehicle that is non-excepted and the driver has self-certified as excepted interstate or | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A1-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:177.823A-HMPMCM | Movement of damaged hazmat packages | 1 | 0 | 9 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:177.823A-HMTVMNID | Movement of damaged hazmat packages | 1 | 0 | 9 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:391.41B10-MC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial vehicle without corrective lenses or hearing aid as indicated on the driver's medical certificate | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(ii) | Driving after 60/70-hour limit | 1 | 0 | 8 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.207(f) | Air suspension pressure loss | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(7) | 395.8(f)(7) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.82(a)(1) | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(a) | 390.21T(a) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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 (127 inspections)
Showing 50 of 127
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 18, 2025 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | LAKE (TOWNSHIP OF) | IR 80 | ...WN1866 | HOWMET TRANSPORT SERVICES INC |
| Nov 18, 2025 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | IH 10 | ...WN1871 | HOWMET TRANSPORT SERVICES INC |
| Oct 24, 2025 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | LOUISA | INTERSTATE 64 AT 2 MILES E OF CROSS COUNTY RD | ...UR3487 | HOWMET TRANSPORT SERVICES INC |
| May 20, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | Capital Twp | I-55 | ...631604 | HOWMET TRANSPORT SERVICES INC |
| Dec 29, 2023 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 2 | CANTON (TOWNSHIP OF) | RAFF RD | ...UY9837 | HOWMET TRANSPORT SERVICES INC |
| Nov 25, 2023 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | E NOT REPORTED | ...631610 | HOWMET TRANSPORT SERVICES INC |
| Sep 15, 2023 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | ANAHEIM | 33.854031/- 117.932921 | ...KU3048 | HOWMET TRANSPORT SERVICES INC |
| May 3, 2023 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | WACO | 900 JEWELL DR | ...359179 | HOWMET TRANSPORT SERVICES INC |
| Sep 9, 2022 | TN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CHATTANOOGA | INTERSTATE 75 NB | ...MV8142 | HOWMET TRANSPORT SERVICES INC |
| Feb 8, 2022 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | I-95 NORTH | ...902897 | HOWMET TRANSPORT SERVICES INC |
| Dec 11, 2020 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 23, 2020 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 6, 2020 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 13, 2019 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| May 20, 2019 | NJ | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 16, 2017 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 29, 2016 | TN | FATAL | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 15, 2013 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 8, 2013 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 2, 2009 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 13, 2007 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 23, 2004 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 4, 2001 | NC | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 28, 2001 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 8, 2000 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
37 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 37 events