D C CARRIERS INC
USDOT 241200 • 2045 N DAVIS RANCH RD, WILCOX, AZ, 85643
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-172220 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Nov 14, 2019 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PLAZA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PFHRU008982-02 | ON FILE | Sep 6, 2019 | Dec 1, 2019 |
Insurance History (13 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PLAZA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PFHRU008982-02 | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2018 | Sep 6, 2019 |
| PLAZA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PFHRU008982-02 | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2018 | Oct 4, 2019 |
| PLAZA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PFHRU008982-01 | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2017 | Dec 1, 2018 |
| PLAZA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PFHRU008982-00 | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2016 | Dec 1, 2017 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP90757A | REPLACED | Nov 14, 2016 | Dec 1, 2016 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP90757A | CANCELLED | Nov 14, 2016 | Dec 1, 2016 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP90757A | REPLACED | Nov 14, 2016 | Nov 14, 2016 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP90757A | CANCELLED | Nov 14, 2016 | Jan 1, 2017 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP90757A | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2011 | Nov 14, 2016 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PRA919552600 | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2010 | Dec 1, 2010 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PRA919552600 | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2010 | Dec 1, 2011 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP17807A | CANCELLED | Nov 24, 2003 | Jan 4, 2011 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP17807A | REPLACED | Nov 24, 2003 | Dec 1, 2010 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | PLAZA INSURANCE COMPANY | PFHRU008982-02 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2019 | Dec 1, 2019 |
| TERM/CANCL | PLAZA INSURANCE COMPANY | PFHRU008982-02 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 4, 2019 | Oct 4, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | PLAZA INSURANCE COMPANY | PFHRU008982-02 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 6, 2019 | Sep 6, 2019 |
| CANCEL | PLAZA INSURANCE COMPANY | PFHRU008982-01 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2018 | Dec 1, 2018 |
| CANCEL | PLAZA INSURANCE COMPANY | PFHRU008982-00 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2017 | Dec 1, 2017 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP90757A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2017 | Jan 1, 2017 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP90757A | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2016 | Dec 1, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP90757A | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2016 | Dec 1, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP90757A | BIPD/Primary | Nov 14, 2016 | Nov 14, 2016 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP90757A | BIPD/Primary | Nov 14, 2016 | Nov 14, 2016 |
| CANCEL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | PRA919552600 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2011 | Dec 1, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP17807A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 4, 2011 | Jan 4, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP17807A | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2010 | Dec 1, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | PRA919552600 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2010 | Dec 1, 2010 |
Authority Action History (6 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC172220 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 4, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 14, 2019 |
| MC172220 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 5, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 30, 2018 |
| MC172220 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 6, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 16, 2017 |
| MC172220 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 4, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 29, 2011 |
| MC172220 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Dec 23, 2003 | — | Unknown |
| MC172220 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | May 16, 1984 | REVOKED | Jun 11, 1986 |
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
6 states • 208 inspections
Violation Summary (95 violations from latest 100 of 208 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2W | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 5 | 5 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 4 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 3 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:172.328D | Fail to mark manual remote shutoff device with Emergency Shutoff | 3 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1B | Brakes (general) Explain: | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | 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 | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D3 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BLMACBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 0 | 8 | 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:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:177.817B | Shipper certification missing (when required) | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43A-TPV | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2 | Operating a CMV without a CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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:172.602C1 | Maintenance/accessibility of Emergency Response information | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.203C | Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11B4-DEN | Driver operating a CMV without proper endorsements or in violation of restrictions | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.205C | Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:107.620B-HMAMC | 107.620B-HMAMC | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205A-WRC | Wheel/rim defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45DLPC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2WC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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 | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2PC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22G | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95B | Emergency equipment - warning devices missing | 1 | 0 | 4 | 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:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:180.415B | Cargo tank test or inspection markings | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:395.24D | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8E1PC | HOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSL | Fuel system leak | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:173.24B1-HMBPMC | HM (Bulk Packages) - HM/DG leaking from a bulk package (including associated piping) | 1 | 1 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-F | Fuel - Dripping leak. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.40A-B | Inadequate brakes | 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 (208 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
16 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (16 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 19, 2026 | AZ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BOUSE | SR 72 at MP 24 | ...682823 | D C CARRIERS INC |
| Aug 20, 2025 | AZ | INJURY | 0 | 2 | WINSLOW | I40@ MP 247 | ...GX5548 | D C CARRIERS INC |
| May 16, 2025 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...752959 | D C CARRIERS INC |
| Oct 21, 2024 | AZ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | WICKENBURG | US 93 @ COPE RD | ...GX5550 | D C CARRIERS INC |
| Sep 14, 2024 | AZ | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I-10 nonCard @ M325 | ...GP1921 | D C CARRIERS INC |
| Jul 27, 2024 | AZ | TOW | 0 | 0 | Buckeye | I-10 nonCard @ M112 | ...GX8343 | D C CARRIERS INC |
| Sep 27, 2023 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 2 | EL PASO | 3060 JOE BATTLE | ...495208 | D C CARRIERS INC |
| Mar 24, 2022 | AZ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SURPRISE | GRAND AVE NONCARD@163RD AVE | ...HP5287 | D C CARRIERS INC |
| Nov 1, 2019 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 7, 2018 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 7, 2017 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| May 27, 2016 | AZ | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 21, 2015 | NM | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 22, 2015 | TX | FATAL | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 30, 2007 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 29, 2006 | AZ | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
31 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 31 events