HORIZON SOUTH INC
USDOT 2318070 • 8777 ROCKSIDE ROAD, CLEVELAND, OH, 44125
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MWTT 314151 | ON FILE | Sep 1, 2018 | Sep 1, 2023 |
| FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | SURETY | LPM9064307 | ON FILE | Sep 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
Insurance History (3 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MWTT 308199 | REPLACED | Sep 1, 2016 | Sep 1, 2018 |
| FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | SURETY | 9064307 | REPLACED | Jun 22, 2012 | Sep 1, 2013 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRK 9374201-08 | CANCELLED | Jun 20, 2012 | Sep 1, 2016 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTT 314151 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2023 | Sep 1, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | MWTT 308199 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2018 | Sep 1, 2018 |
| CANCEL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK 9374201-08 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2016 | Sep 1, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | LPM9064307 | SURETY | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | FIDELITY & DEPOSIT CO. OF MARYLAND | 9064307 | SURETY | Sep 1, 2013 | Sep 1, 2013 |
Authority Action History (6 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC791344 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 8, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 15, 2016 |
| MC791344 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 8, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 15, 2016 |
| MC791344 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 11, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 15, 2013 |
| MC791344 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Jul 25, 2012 | — | Unknown |
| MC791344 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jul 20, 2012 | — | Unknown |
| MC791344 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jul 20, 2012 | — | 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
12 states • 214 inspections
Violation Summary (177 violations from latest 100 of 214 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 11 | 11 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 8 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 6 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 6 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 5 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 5 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 4 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLML | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 4 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 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. | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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. | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-OAL | Other - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system. | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOLTIS | Tires - All others leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHWS | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLCP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 3 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 3 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LTSM | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 2 | 3 | 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 2 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.126B-CIM | Cargo securement - flattened/crushed vehicles | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSIR | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2C | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5B | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A3II | Driving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty off duty or sleeper period of at least 30 minutes | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.70B1I-CDSLI-MT25 | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11B5-LNCDLNVE | License - Endorsement - Operate a CMV without proper endorsement or in violation of restriction. NOTE: Other than a 391.41 violation. | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BCFSBD | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSL | Fuel system leak | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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:395.8K2-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have in possession RODS for the previous seven consecutive days and available for inspection while on duty | 1 | 1 | — | 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:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LSLMWR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.22H2-ELDNISDT | HOS (ELD) Driver failing to have instruction sheet describing the data transfer mechanisms supported by the ELD and step-by-step instructions for the driver to pr | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22H1-ELDNUM | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - No user's manual for the driver describing how to operate the ELD. (May be electronic) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22H3-ELDMF | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have an instruction sheet for the driver describing ELD malfunction reporting requirements and recordkeeping proce | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| 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:392.2-SLLFY | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205A-WRC | Wheel/rim defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-ALATR | Air Brake - Any leak from an air tank reservoir. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-INAT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BA | Bolt-type or DD-3 -type Brake Out of Adjustment | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.203E-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203B-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab/body mounts loose/broken/missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.81-H | Horn inoperable | 1 | 0 | 2 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9B-LRLIWR | Lighting - Tail lamp - Both lamps on rearmost vehicle inoperative when required to be on | 1 | 1 | — | 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 (214 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 2, 2026 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | I-20 E AT MM 15 | ...890474 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Jan 15, 2026 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | INTERSTATE 95 | ...HW0436 | HORIZON SOUTH LLC |
| Dec 15, 2025 | FL | INJURY | 0 | 3 | UNINCORPORATED | N US HIGHWAY 27 | ...914312 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Dec 9, 2025 | FL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | UNINCORPORATED | US HIGHWAY 27 S | ...330297 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Oct 9, 2025 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | JACKSON | BUCKSNORT ROAD NEAR HIGHWAY 36 WEST | ...330297 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| May 13, 2025 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | PALMETTO | ROOSEVELT HWY AT WILKERSON MILL ROAD | ...U54285 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Feb 17, 2025 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | HAWKINSVILLE | US 129 NEAR FALE ST | ...W63201 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Jan 23, 2025 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | DOUGLASVILLE | HWY 5 AT PLAZA PKWY | ...454072 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Dec 27, 2024 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | JACKSONVILLE | INTERSTATE 295 | ...W08309 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Oct 29, 2024 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | INTERSTATE 16 EASTBOUND AT MILE MARKER 96 | ...BS2417 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Jul 11, 2024 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | RIVERSIDE PKWY AT WINTERBROOK WAY | ...194493 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| May 24, 2024 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | AUBURN | Corporate Pkwy | ...375170 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| May 21, 2024 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED (MULBERRY | COUNTY LINE RD | ...963095 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| May 2, 2024 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | WILMINGTON | S COLLEGE RD | ...180172 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Apr 12, 2024 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | MILLEDGEVILLE | CARL VINSON RD NEAR LAYING FARM RD | ...926342 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Feb 26, 2024 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | FIRETOWER ROAD NEAR GEORGIA HIGHWAY 117 BYPASS | ...FG1780 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Mar 23, 2023 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | GARDEN CITY | HIGHWAY 80 AT HEIDT | ...026116 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Feb 28, 2023 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | DAYTONA BEACH | INTERSTATE 95 EXIT RAMP MM 265 | ...M57743 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Feb 2, 2023 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | ORLANDO | STATE ROAD 91 (FLORIDAS TURNPIKE) | ...133175 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Jan 16, 2023 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | FOREST PARK | FOREST PKWY RP N | ...205653 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Dec 29, 2022 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | DELTONA | INTERSTATE 4 (SR 400) | ...090704 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Dec 20, 2022 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | I 85 N NEAR NORTHCREST RD | ...FK7814 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Oct 30, 2022 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | ALACHUA | NW 140TH ST | ...M38337 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Oct 4, 2022 | FL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | ALACHUA | CR-235 | ...M38337 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
| Sep 26, 2022 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | SR 6 NEAR SR 8 | ...FK7814 | HORIZON SOUTH INC |
Compliance Timeline
33 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
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