FORWARD LOGISTICS INC
USDOT 2107877 • 238 LAWRENCE AVE, SOUTH SAN FRANCISCO, CA, 94080
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-736145 | ACTIVE | Unknown | May 9, 2024 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| INCLINE CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | IMLF2024-027 | ON FILE | May 9, 2024 | May 9, 2025 |
Insurance History (22 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TMA22102416 | CANCELLED | Jul 14, 2023 | May 9, 2024 |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TMA22102416 | CANCELLED | May 9, 2023 | Jul 14, 2023 |
| UNITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GWP81549 00 | REPLACED | May 9, 2022 | May 9, 2023 |
| UNITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GWP70821 00 | CANCELLED | May 9, 2021 | May 9, 2022 |
| UNITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GWP60077 00 | REPLACED | May 9, 2020 | May 9, 2021 |
| UNITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GWP50051 00 | REPLACED | May 9, 2019 | May 9, 2020 |
| UNITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GWP40060 00 | REPLACED | May 9, 2018 | May 9, 2019 |
| WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BA2604783 | REPLACED | Apr 9, 2018 | May 9, 2018 |
| WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BA2604783 | CANCELLED | May 1, 2017 | Apr 9, 2018 |
| CENTURY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BAP0184249 | CANCELLED | May 1, 2016 | May 1, 2017 |
| WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BA2600724 | CANCELLED | Apr 13, 2016 | May 1, 2016 |
| WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BA2600724 | CANCELLED | Aug 8, 2014 | Apr 13, 2016 |
| TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | COM 0112080-00 | CANCELLED | Aug 9, 2013 | Aug 8, 2014 |
| CENTURY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BAP0172143 | REPLACED | Dec 15, 2012 | Aug 9, 2013 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 1743630 | REPLACED | Dec 10, 2012 | Dec 15, 2012 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 1743630 | CANCELLED | Dec 10, 2012 | Jan 21, 2013 |
| CENTURY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BAP 172143 | REPLACED | Feb 14, 2012 | Dec 10, 2012 |
| CENTURY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BAP 172143 | CANCELLED | Feb 14, 2012 | Dec 15, 2012 |
| CENTURY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BAP 172143 | REPLACED | Mar 9, 2011 | Mar 9, 2011 |
| CENTURY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BAP 172143 | REPLACED | Mar 9, 2011 | Mar 9, 2011 |
| CENTURY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BAP 172143 | CANCELLED | Mar 9, 2011 | Oct 19, 2011 |
| CENTURY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BAP 172143 | CANCELLED | Mar 9, 2011 | Dec 15, 2011 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | INCLINE CASUALTY COMPANY | IMLF2024-027 | BIPD/Primary | May 9, 2025 | May 9, 2025 |
| CANCEL | SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA22102416 | BIPD/Primary | May 9, 2024 | May 9, 2024 |
| CANCEL | SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA22102416 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 14, 2023 | Jul 14, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | GWP81549 00 | BIPD/Primary | May 9, 2023 | May 9, 2023 |
| CANCEL | UNITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | GWP70821 00 | BIPD/Primary | May 9, 2022 | May 9, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | GWP60077 00 | BIPD/Primary | May 9, 2021 | May 9, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | GWP50051 00 | BIPD/Primary | May 9, 2020 | May 9, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | GWP40060 00 | BIPD/Primary | May 9, 2019 | May 9, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BA2604783 | BIPD/Primary | May 9, 2018 | May 9, 2018 |
| CANCEL | WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BA2604783 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 9, 2018 | Apr 9, 2018 |
| CANCEL | CENTURY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP0184249 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2017 | May 1, 2017 |
| CANCEL | WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BA2600724 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2016 | May 1, 2016 |
| CANCEL | WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BA2600724 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 13, 2016 | Apr 13, 2016 |
| CANCEL | TOPA INSURANCE COMPANY | COM 0112080-00 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 8, 2014 | Aug 8, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | CENTURY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP0172143 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 9, 2013 | Aug 9, 2013 |
| TERM/CANCL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 1743630 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 21, 2013 | Jan 21, 2013 |
| TERM/CANCL | CENTURY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP 172143 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 15, 2012 | Dec 15, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 1743630 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 15, 2012 | Dec 15, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | CENTURY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP 172143 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 10, 2012 | Dec 10, 2012 |
| CANCEL | CENTURY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP 172143 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 15, 2011 | Dec 15, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | CENTURY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP 172143 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 19, 2011 | Oct 19, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | CENTURY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP 172143 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 9, 2011 | Mar 9, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | CENTURY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP 172143 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 9, 2011 | Mar 9, 2011 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-736145 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (11 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC736145 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 12, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 9, 2024 |
| MC736145 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 12, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 4, 2022 |
| MC736145 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 4, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 18, 2017 |
| MC736145 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 13, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 28, 2016 |
| MC736145 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 17, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 21, 2016 |
| MC736145 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 14, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 24, 2014 |
| MC736145 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 26, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 27, 2012 |
| MC736145 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 19, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 13, 2012 |
| MC736145 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Feb 24, 2012 | — | Unknown |
| MC736145 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 22, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 23, 2011 |
| MC736145 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 24, 2011 | REVOKED | Dec 21, 2011 |
Out-of-Service Orders (2)
| OOS Date | Reason | Status | Rescinded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 3, 2013 | New Entrant Revoked - Expedited Actions | ACTIVE | Jul 5, 2013 |
| Oct 19, 2011 | New Entrant Revoked - Failure of Safety Audit | ACTIVE | Feb 13, 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
2 states • 93 inspections
Violation Summary (72 violations from 93 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 11 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 6 | 3 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 4 | 4 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 3 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 3 | 1 | 5 | 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 | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(4) | Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 2 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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:395.8D5-HOSF | 395.8D5-HOSF | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8D3-HOSF | 395.8D3-HOSF | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43B-BATV | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9B-LRLO | Lighting - Tail lamp - Any obstructed. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 1 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.32B-ELDDFR | ELD - driver tamper/disable | 1 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TFL | Tires - Front leaking or inflation 50% or less than of the maximum inflation pressure | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5-HL | Hubs - Leaking hub | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLCP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-HCM | Hubs - Bearing cap plug or filler plug missing or broken | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b) | 390.21T(b) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.43 | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(a) | 390.21T(a) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.126 | Cargo securement - flattened/crushed vehicles | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(2) | CDL suspended/revoked | 1 | 0 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | 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 (93 inspections)
Showing 50 of 93
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
15 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (15 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 12, 2024 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | VALLEJO | 38.120244/-122.230551 | ...KL3186 | FORWARD LOGISTICS INC |
| Aug 5, 2024 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | VACAVILLE | 38.359542/-121.972507 | ...KL3186 | FORWARD LOGISTICS INC |
| Sep 18, 2023 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | RICHMOND | 37.914862 / -122.317560 | ...901275 | FORWARD LOGISTICS INC |
| Oct 7, 2022 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 3 | UNINCORPORATED | RT205 WB/1000ft W MOUNTAIN HOUSE PKWY | ...026645 | FORWARD LOGISTICS INC |
| Aug 27, 2021 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | RT5/1mi S of BUTTS RD | ...948790 | FORWARD LOGISTICS INC |
| Jan 23, 2019 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 27, 2018 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 9, 2018 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 22, 2017 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 27, 2017 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 10, 2017 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 19, 2016 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 1, 2016 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 2, 2015 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 17, 2015 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
43 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 43 events