ASSOCIATES ASSET RECOVERY LLC
USDOT 2352620 • 3601 E PALMETTO STREET, FLORENCE, SC, 29506
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-034344 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Oct 30, 2024 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUMIS INSURANCE SOCIETY INC | BIPD/Primary | 323569-000 | ON FILE | Oct 25, 2024 | Oct 25, 2025 |
Insurance History (12 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CUMIS INSURANCE SOCIETY INC | BIPD/Primary | 322618-000 | CANCELLED | Mar 15, 2024 | Nov 7, 2024 |
| CUMIS INSURANCE SOCIETY INC | BIPD/Primary | 322618-000 | REPLACED | Mar 15, 2024 | Oct 25, 2024 |
| GUIDEONE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 57A200044-00 | CANCELLED | Mar 15, 2022 | Mar 15, 2024 |
| ROCK RIDGE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BE8111000130-00 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2021 | Apr 9, 2022 |
| ROCK RIDGE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BE8111000130-00 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2021 | Mar 15, 2022 |
| CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BE0111000288-01 | REPLACED | Feb 21, 2021 | Oct 1, 2021 |
| CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BE0111000288-00 | REPLACED | Dec 21, 2020 | Feb 21, 2021 |
| CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BE0111000288-00 | CANCELLED | Dec 21, 2019 | Dec 21, 2020 |
| CONIFER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CICP010261 | REPLACED | Dec 21, 2018 | Dec 21, 2019 |
| CONIFER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CICP010261 | CANCELLED | Dec 21, 2018 | Jan 22, 2020 |
| CONIFER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CICP010261 | REPLACED | Dec 21, 2017 | Dec 21, 2018 |
| CONIFER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CICP010261 | REPLACED | Dec 21, 2016 | Dec 21, 2017 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | CUMIS INSURANCE SOCIETY INC | 323569-000 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 25, 2025 | Oct 25, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | CUMIS INSURANCE SOCIETY INC | 322618-000 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2024 | Nov 7, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CUMIS INSURANCE SOCIETY INC | 322618-000 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 25, 2024 | Oct 25, 2024 |
| CANCEL | GUIDEONE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 57A200044-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 15, 2024 | Mar 15, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | ROCK RIDGE INSURANCE COMPANY | BE8111000130-00 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 9, 2022 | Apr 9, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | ROCK RIDGE INSURANCE COMPANY | BE8111000130-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 15, 2022 | Mar 15, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BE0111000288-01 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2021 | Oct 1, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BE0111000288-00 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 21, 2021 | Feb 21, 2021 |
| CANCEL | CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BE0111000288-00 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2020 | Dec 21, 2020 |
| TERM/CANCL | CONIFER INSURANCE COMPANY | CICP010261 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 22, 2020 | Jan 22, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | CONIFER INSURANCE COMPANY | CICP010261 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2019 | Dec 21, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | CONIFER INSURANCE COMPANY | CICP010261 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2018 | Dec 21, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | CONIFER INSURANCE COMPANY | CICP010261 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2017 | Dec 21, 2017 |
Authority Action History (6 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC034344 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 11, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 30, 2024 |
| MC034344 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 20, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 15, 2024 |
| MC034344 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 14, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 16, 2022 |
| MC034344 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 24, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 23, 2020 |
| MC034344 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 26, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 21, 2020 |
| MC034344 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Aug 15, 2017 | — | 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
4 states • 38 inspections
Violation Summary (114 violations from 38 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 17 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 9 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 6 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 5 | 3 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.17(b)(2) | Lamps and reflectors inadequate | 4 | 3 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A | Tires/tubes - general defects | 3 | 3 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41A-MCPC | Physical qualification - general | 3 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.17B2-LTSDM | Lamps and reflectors inadequate | 3 | 3 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 3 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b) | 390.21T(b) | 3 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:391.45(b) | Expired medical examiner's certificate | 3 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.17A1-LSLDMWR | Lamps and reflectors inadequate | 2 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a)(1) | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.9(d)(2) | Failure to correct defects noted on previous inspection report | 2 | 0 | — | 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:390.3(e) | Driver prohibited from performing safety sensitive functions per 382.501(a) in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse | 2 | 2 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.21(b) | USDOT number not displayed | 2 | 0 | 3 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(4) | No valid medical certificate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9BRKLAMP | Inoperative Brake Lamps | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 1 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.130C-CHVE | Cargo securement - heavy equipment | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.128(b) | Cargo securement - roll-on/roll-off containers | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b)(1) | 390.21T(b)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.95(a)(4) | 393.95(a)(4) | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(a) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(f) | Air suspension pressure loss | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.23-LEU | Lighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g. unplugged or loose pigtail) | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLDL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.128B-CLWV | Cargo securement - roll-on/roll-off containers | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55B-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TFBMF | Tires - Front belt material/casing ply showing in tread area | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 1 | 1 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.17 | Lamps and reflectors inadequate | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.15(a) | Driving while disqualified | 1 | 0 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.17(b) | Lamps and reflectors inadequate | 1 | 1 | 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 (38 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
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 10, 2025 | SC | TOW | 0 | 0 | NORTH CHARLESTON | AVIATION AVE | ...342651 | ASSOCIATES ASSET RECOVERY LLC |
| Jan 24, 2025 | SC | TOW | 0 | 0 | HARTSVILLE | E BOBO NEWSOM HWY | ...683924 | ASSOCIATES ASSET RECOVERY LLC |
| May 23, 2024 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | AUSTELL | AUSTELL RD AT LANDINGTON DR | ...484805 | ASSOCIATES ASSET RECOVERY LLC |
| May 3, 2024 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | COLUMBUS | MORRIS RD / FORESTIDE DR | ...521751 | ASSOCIATES ASSET RECOVERY LLC |
| Aug 9, 2023 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | DECATUR | CHURCH ST 200 FT MEDLOCK RD | ...526381 | ASSOCIATES ASSET RECOVERY LLC |
| Jun 23, 2023 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | MILLEDGEVILLE | N COLUMBIA ST AT HILLSIDE DR | ...246287 | ASSOCIATES ASSET RECOVERY LLC |
| Mar 31, 2023 | SC | FATAL | 1 | 0 | RICHBURG | INTERSTATE 77 | ...325313 | ASSOCIATES ASSET RECOVERY LLC |
| Mar 6, 2023 | NC | INJURY | 0 | 1 | KINGS MOUNTAIN | CLEVELAND AVE | ...347270 | ASSOCIATES ASSET RECOVERY LLC |
| Aug 7, 2022 | GA | FATAL | 1 | 1 | UNINCORPORATED | I 20 E NEAR WESLEY CHAPEL RD | ...360288 | ASSOCIATES ASSET RECOVERY LLC |
| May 13, 2022 | SC | INJURY | 0 | 2 | FLORENCE | E CHEVES ST | ...325313 | ASSOCIATES ASSET RECOVERY LLC |
| Jul 31, 2021 | NC | INJURY | 0 | 1 | WAYNESVILLE | US 74 | ...699113 | ASSOCIATES ASSET RECOVERY LLC |
| Jun 3, 2021 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | CHARLOTTE | 77 | ...B40587 | ASSOCIATES ASSET RECOVERY LLC |
| May 18, 2021 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | GASTONIA | WOODSPRING SUITES PVA | ...A42593 | ASSOCIATES ASSET RECOVERY LLC |
| Apr 7, 2021 | SC | INJURY | 0 | 2 | CHARLESTON | MAIN RD | ...117895 | ASSOCIATES ASSET RECOVERY LLC |
| Apr 6, 2021 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | ALT 27 / SR 85 | ...330958 | ASSOCIATES ASSET RECOVERY LLC |
| Jan 13, 2021 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | WILLACOOCHEE | PETERSON ST SOUTH / FLEETWOOD AVE | ...330958 | ASSOCIATES ASSET RECOVERY LLC |
| Sep 18, 2019 | NC | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 29, 2019 | SC | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 25, 2019 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 2, 2018 | NC | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 29, 2018 | SC | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 8, 2018 | SC | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 11, 2018 | NC | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 14, 2018 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 22, 2017 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Enforcement Actions
2 closed cases — FMCSA civil penalties
2 Enforcement Cases
| Case Number | Closed Date | Violation Code(s) | Settlement | Subject Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SC-2025-0002-US1552 | Dec 19, 2024 | 382.215; 383.37(a); 391.51(b)(2) | $4,810 | Carrier |
| SC-2022-0006-SC0178 | May 17, 2022 | 382.115(a); 396.3(a) | $10,050 | Carrier |
Compliance Timeline
41 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 41 events