TRANS WEST LOGISTICS LLC
USDOT 1779119 • 3561 KITTITAS HWY, ELLENSBURG, WA, 98926
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 (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 270624001 | ON FILE | Sep 1, 2020 | Sep 1, 2022 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE CO. | SURETY | 1699073 | ON FILE | Nov 23, 2012 | Oct 1, 2013 |
Insurance History (13 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 6583547 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 2018 | Sep 1, 2020 |
| HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BUI-004456 | CANCELLED | Oct 3, 2014 | Nov 7, 2014 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CM0055168 | CANCELLED | Jul 18, 2014 | Oct 24, 2014 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CM0055168 | REPLACED | Jul 18, 2014 | Oct 3, 2014 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CM0055168 | CANCELLED | Oct 3, 2012 | Jul 18, 2014 |
| PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | P0009-107691 | CANCELLED | May 13, 2012 | Oct 3, 2012 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE CO. | SURETY | 1699073 | REPLACED | Nov 23, 2011 | Nov 23, 2012 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE CO. | SURETY | 1699073 | CANCELLED | Nov 23, 2011 | Jan 12, 2013 |
| PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | P0009-107691 | CANCELLED | Aug 30, 2011 | May 13, 2012 |
| NOVA CASUALTY COMPANY | SURETY | 83151 | CANCELLED | Nov 23, 2009 | Nov 23, 2011 |
| PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | P0009-107691 | REPLACED | Oct 6, 2008 | Oct 3, 2008 |
| PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | P0009-107691 | CANCELLED | Oct 3, 2008 | Aug 30, 2011 |
| NOVA CASUALTY COMPANY | SURETY | 79926 | CANCELLED | Jun 25, 2008 | Jun 28, 2009 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 270624001 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2022 | Sep 1, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 6583547 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2020 | Sep 1, 2020 |
| CANCEL | HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | BUI-004456 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2014 | Nov 7, 2014 |
| TERM/CANCL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0055168 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2014 | Oct 24, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0055168 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 3, 2014 | Oct 3, 2014 |
| CANCEL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0055168 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 18, 2014 | Jul 18, 2014 |
| CANCEL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE CO. | 1699073 | SURETY | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE CO. | 1699073 | SURETY | Jan 12, 2013 | Jan 12, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE CO. | 1699073 | SURETY | Nov 23, 2012 | Nov 23, 2012 |
| CANCEL | PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | P0009-107691 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 3, 2012 | Oct 3, 2012 |
| CANCEL | PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | P0009-107691 | BIPD/Primary | May 13, 2012 | May 13, 2012 |
| CANCEL | NOVA CASUALTY COMPANY | 83151 | SURETY | Nov 23, 2011 | Nov 23, 2011 |
| CANCEL | PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | P0009-107691 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 30, 2011 | Aug 30, 2011 |
| CANCEL | NOVA CASUALTY COMPANY | 79926 | SURETY | Jun 28, 2009 | Jun 28, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | P0009-107691 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 3, 2008 | Oct 3, 2008 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-648950 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| BROKER | MC-648950 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| BROKER | MC-648950 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (11 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC648950 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Mar 15, 2018 | — | Unknown |
| MC648950 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 29, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 9, 2014 |
| MC648950 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 17, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 19, 2012 |
| MC648950 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 6, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 2, 2012 |
| MC648950 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 16, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 30, 2012 |
| MC648950 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 27, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 7, 2011 |
| MC648950 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 3, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 9, 2011 |
| MC648950 | PROPERTY BROKER | REINSTATED | Mar 30, 2011 | REVOKED | Dec 2, 2013 |
| MC648950 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 10, 2008 | REVOKED | Nov 17, 2014 |
| MC648950 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | DISMISSED | Jul 14, 2008 | — | Unknown |
| MC648950 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Jul 11, 2008 | REVOKED | Jul 6, 2009 |
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
4 states • 43 inspections
Violation Summary (48 violations from 43 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLCP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 2 | 2 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104F2-C | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | 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:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.3E3-MC | 390.3E3-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.30B2-ELDDFC24 | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to certify the record immediately after the final required entry has been made or corrected for the 24 hour period. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUCR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24D-ELDPT | HOS (ELD) - On request by an authorized safety official a driver must produce and transfer from an ELD the driver's hours of service records in accordance with t | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSOA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95(a)(1) | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(4) | No valid medical certificate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.82(a)(1) | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.100(c) | Failure to prevent cargo shifting | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(d) | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 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 (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
3 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (3 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 17, 2025 | OR | TOW | 0 | 0 | CASCADE LOCKS | I-84 .68 E WA-NA-PA ST | ...348528 | TRANS WEST LOGISTICS LLC |
| Mar 8, 2016 | WA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 27, 2012 | WA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
20 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records