J & M CARRIERS INC
USDOT 2402546 • 13580 FM 2025 RD, CLEVELAND, TX, 77328
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-831181 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Apr 28, 2023 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AQ1YTX000825-04 | ON FILE | May 16, 2022 | May 16, 2023 |
Insurance History (10 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AQ1YTX000825-03 | CANCELLED | May 16, 2021 | May 16, 2022 |
| CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AQ1YTX000825-02 | CANCELLED | May 16, 2020 | May 16, 2021 |
| CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AQ1YTX000825-01 | CANCELLED | May 16, 2019 | May 16, 2020 |
| CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AQ1YTX000825-00 | CANCELLED | May 16, 2018 | May 16, 2019 |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | BIPD/Primary | QDX-TX000958-00 | CANCELLED | May 16, 2017 | May 16, 2018 |
| HALLMARK COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A42503248-03 | CANCELLED | May 16, 2016 | May 16, 2017 |
| HALLMARK COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A42503248-02 | CANCELLED | May 16, 2015 | May 16, 2016 |
| HALLMARK COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TXA516038-01 | CANCELLED | May 16, 2014 | May 16, 2015 |
| HALLMARK COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TXA516038 | CANCELLED | Aug 8, 2013 | Nov 8, 2013 |
| HALLMARK COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TXA516038 | CANCELLED | May 16, 2013 | May 16, 2014 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | AQ1YTX000825-04 | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2023 | May 16, 2023 |
| CANCEL | CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | AQ1YTX000825-03 | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2022 | May 16, 2022 |
| CANCEL | CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | AQ1YTX000825-02 | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2021 | May 16, 2021 |
| CANCEL | CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | AQ1YTX000825-01 | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2020 | May 16, 2020 |
| CANCEL | CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | AQ1YTX000825-00 | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2019 | May 16, 2019 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | QDX-TX000958-00 | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2018 | May 16, 2018 |
| CANCEL | HALLMARK COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | A42503248-03 | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2017 | May 16, 2017 |
| CANCEL | HALLMARK COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | A42503248-02 | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2016 | May 16, 2016 |
| CANCEL | HALLMARK COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | TXA516038-01 | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2015 | May 16, 2015 |
| CANCEL | HALLMARK COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | TXA516038 | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2014 | May 16, 2014 |
| CANCEL | HALLMARK COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | TXA516038 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 8, 2013 | Nov 8, 2013 |
Authority Action History (12 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC831181 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 19, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 28, 2023 |
| MC831181 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 19, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 27, 2022 |
| MC831181 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 19, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 6, 2021 |
| MC831181 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 20, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 7, 2020 |
| MC831181 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 19, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 8, 2019 |
| MC831181 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 19, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 11, 2018 |
| MC831181 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 19, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 8, 2017 |
| MC831181 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 19, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 16, 2016 |
| MC831181 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 20, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 15, 2015 |
| MC831181 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 21, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 19, 2014 |
| MC831181 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 17, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 12, 2013 |
| MC831181 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Oct 17, 2013 | — | 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
1 state • 60 inspections
Violation Summary (184 violations from 60 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 16 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 14 | 7 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 13 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 9 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 8 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 7 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 6 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 6 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 5 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45DLUV | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 5 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 5 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A1 | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11LR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1B | Brakes (general) Explain: | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 3 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BOS | 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 | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 3 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 3 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8 | Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner) | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.5B | Fuel system leak | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 2 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21(a) | Vehicle marking requirements | 2 | 0 | 3 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.28 | Wiring - improper/inadequate | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45UV | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.30 | Battery improperly secured | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209(e) | Power steering violations | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(a) | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 2 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(2) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(4) | Tire-cut exposing ply and/or belt material | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104B | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.403C | 390.403C | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.9A2-C | Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11TL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209E | Power steering violations | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70B | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:390.403A | 390.403A | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.70B1I-W | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2PC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209D | Wheel fasteners loose/missing | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-PROPN | Driving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.51 | Steering wheel free play excessive | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43A | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47A | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9H | Inoperable head lamps | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BL | Brake system pressure loss | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSLIW | Fuel system leak | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75C | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.83(g) | Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24(c)(2)(iii) | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.106B | Cargo securement - front end structure | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.19 | Hazard warning signal inoperable | 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 (60 inspections)
Showing 50 of 60
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
12 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (12 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 12, 2025 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BRYAN | W 1400 WILLIAM J BRYAN PKWY | ...497435 | J & M CARRIERS INC |
| Aug 8, 2022 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...198907 | J & M CARRIERS INC |
| Feb 10, 2021 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 2 | FORT WORTH | E 4000 LANCASTER AVE | ...489735 | J & M CARRIERS INC |
| Apr 16, 2020 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 7, 2020 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 21, 2019 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 9, 2018 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 12, 2018 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 8, 2015 | TX | FATAL | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 6, 2015 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 13, 2014 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 14, 2013 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
24 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records