DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC
USDOT 1774183 • 415 TEXAS STREET SUITE 400, SHREVEPORT, LA, 71101
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-813388 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jun 2, 2014 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AS2-641-444781-03 | ON FILE | Jun 2, 2016 | Jun 2, 2018 |
Insurance History (6 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA00047047-01 | REPLACED | Jun 2, 2014 | Jun 2, 2016 |
| PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PICLA0002536 | CANCELLED | Jul 23, 2013 | Jun 2, 2014 |
| PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PICLA0002536 | CANCELLED | Jun 2, 2013 | Jul 23, 2013 |
| TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | BIPD/Primary | BAP-CX60453 | CANCELLED | Jun 2, 2013 | Jun 2, 2013 |
| TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | BIPD/Primary | BAP-CX60453 | REPLACED | Jan 22, 2013 | Jun 2, 2013 |
| TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | BIPD/Primary | BAP-CX60453 | CANCELLED | Jan 22, 2013 | Jun 28, 2013 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AS2-641-444781-03 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 2, 2018 | Jun 2, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | CA00047047-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 2, 2016 | Jun 2, 2016 |
| CANCEL | PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | PICLA0002536 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 2, 2014 | Jun 2, 2014 |
| CANCEL | PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | PICLA0002536 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 23, 2013 | Jul 23, 2013 |
| TERM/CANCL | TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | BAP-CX60453 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 28, 2013 | Jun 28, 2013 |
| CANCEL | TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | BAP-CX60453 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 2, 2013 | Jun 2, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | BAP-CX60453 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 2, 2013 | Jun 2, 2013 |
Authority Action History (2 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC813388 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 6, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 2, 2014 |
| MC813388 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 14, 2013 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Measures
BASIC measure values (lower = better). Percentile rankings not available for this carrier. Data from SMS snapshot Apr 5, 2026.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
3 states • 58 inspections
Violation Summary (173 violations from 58 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 23 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 16 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 7 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 7 | 3 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 6 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 5 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 4 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | 3 | 0 | 8 | 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 | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 3 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSIR | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207A-STCB | Suspension defective | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 2 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BOS | 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2PC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 2 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.22(a) | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.51 | Steering wheel free play excessive | 2 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.25(f) | Lamps on rear of CMV obscured by load | 2 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205(c) | Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45A-AJS | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.81-H | Horn inoperable | 1 | 0 | 2 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70B1I-CDFWFMI-LT20 | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207A-SUBL | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 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:392.2-SLLEWG1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51A-NSIN | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A1 | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.51C-BLPW | Steering wheel free play excessive | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.207A | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11TL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8F01 | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-LC | Brake - Leak from air chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:387.303(b)(4) | 387.303(b)(4) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.403(a) | 390.403(a) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.203(c) | Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(2) | Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.22(b) | Failure to place or improper placement of warning devices on the road surface | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(a) | 390.21T(a) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C2 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A-NON-ELD | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 1 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | 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:393.81 | Horn inoperable | 1 | 0 | 2 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205(b) | Stud/bolt holes elongated on wheels | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.24(a) | Lighting/marking on projecting loads | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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 (58 inspections)
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 7, 2026 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL | LA-172 | ...X54836 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Mar 1, 2026 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | RURAL | LA-175 | ...007455 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Mar 1, 2026 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | RURAL | LA-175 | ...007455 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Jan 11, 2026 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL | US-371 | ...030447 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Nov 19, 2025 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL | LA-175 | ...120456 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Sep 1, 2025 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL | US-371 | ...843372 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| May 2, 2025 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | LAFAYETTE | US-90 | ...826480 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Jan 11, 2025 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL | US-84 | ...337658 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Dec 17, 2024 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL | LA-5 | ...607194 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Aug 12, 2024 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | COUSHATTA | US-371 | ...BC2982 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Dec 30, 2023 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL | CARROLL CREEK | ...449711 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Oct 5, 2023 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | STONEWALL | I-49 | ...X68326 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| May 17, 2023 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LUFKIN | N 3200 MEDFORD DR | ...BZ1860 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Feb 27, 2023 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | RURAL | US-80 | ...391600 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Dec 31, 2022 | LA | FATAL | 1 | 0 | RURAL | LA-177 | ...FA5979 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Dec 30, 2022 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL | US-171 | ...015990 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Dec 6, 2022 | LA | FATAL | 1 | 2 | RURAL | US-171 | ...317024 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Nov 30, 2022 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | RURAL | US-80 | ...785308 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Nov 7, 2022 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL | LA-487 | ...695099 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Oct 15, 2022 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | RURAL | US-71 | ...U64831 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Oct 6, 2022 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 3 | KEATCHIE | KALMBACH | ...213066 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Sep 16, 2022 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL | LA-177 | ...456148 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Aug 11, 2022 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | 800 | LA-154 | ...391600 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Jun 3, 2022 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | 800 | SLIGO | ...203400 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
| Apr 30, 2022 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | 700 | LA-783 | ...031186 | DEFIANCE ENERGY SERVICES LLC |
Compliance Timeline
33 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
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