4 STARS CARRIER INC
USDOT 2250654 • 9717 CORK OAK CT, BAKERSFIELD, CA, 93311
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-767728 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jan 9, 2018 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP07545A | ON FILE | Dec 16, 2013 | Feb 7, 2018 |
Insurance History (4 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP07545A | REPLACED | Dec 16, 2013 | Dec 16, 2013 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP07545A | REPLACED | Dec 16, 2013 | Jan 8, 2018 |
| DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | BIPD/Primary | CCA-0001668-00 | CANCELLED | Dec 16, 2012 | Dec 16, 2013 |
| PLAZA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BAP1501098-00 | CANCELLED | Dec 16, 2011 | Dec 16, 2012 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP07545A | BIPD/Primary | Feb 7, 2018 | Feb 7, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP07545A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 8, 2018 | Jan 8, 2018 |
| CANCEL | DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | CCA-0001668-00 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 16, 2013 | Dec 16, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP07545A | BIPD/Primary | Dec 16, 2013 | Dec 16, 2013 |
| CANCEL | PLAZA INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP1501098-00 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 16, 2012 | Dec 16, 2012 |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC767728 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 5, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 9, 2018 |
| MC767728 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 19, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 4, 2013 |
| MC767728 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 19, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 12, 2012 |
| MC767728 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Dec 23, 2011 | — | Unknown |
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 • 12 inspections
Violation Summary (20 violations from 12 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | 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:393.45B2UV | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1B | Brakes (general) Explain: | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.51C-BNVLAWD | Steering wheel free play excessive | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(b) | Emergency equipment - warning devices missing | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 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 (12 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
2 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (2 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 16, 2025 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | INDIO | 33.750386/-116.272696 | ...LN1520 | 4 STARS CARRIER INC |
| Jan 28, 2022 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | DONNA | E 100 EXPRESSWAY 83 | ...BY6962 | 4 STARS CARRIER INC |
Compliance Timeline
8 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records