NICA CONTAINER FREIGHT LINE INC
USDOT 2564966 • 357 VAN NESS WAY STE 230, TORRANCE, CA, 90501
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-895536 | ACTIVE | Unknown | May 21, 2018 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 53 UEN OH9073 | ON FILE | Aug 16, 2023 | Oct 1, 2024 |
Insurance History (16 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 53 UEN OH9073 | CANCELLED | Mar 1, 2023 | Aug 16, 2023 |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 53 UEN OH9073 | CANCELLED | Mar 1, 2023 | Aug 16, 2023 |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 53 UEN OH9073 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 2023 | Mar 1, 2023 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RT-HSIC-CA-0000046-03 | REPLACED | May 19, 2022 | Mar 1, 2023 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RT-HSIC-CA-0000046-03 | CANCELLED | May 19, 2022 | Mar 29, 2023 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RT-HSIC-CA-0000046-02 | REPLACED | May 19, 2021 | May 19, 2022 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RT-HSIC-CA-0000046-01 | REPLACED | May 19, 2020 | May 19, 2021 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RT-HSIC-CA-0000046-00 | REPLACED | May 19, 2019 | May 19, 2020 |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | BIPD/Primary | TP9882773 02 | REPLACED | Nov 26, 2018 | May 19, 2019 |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | BIPD/Primary | TP9882773 02 | CANCELLED | May 19, 2018 | Nov 26, 2018 |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | BIPD/Primary | TP9882773 01 | CANCELLED | May 19, 2017 | May 19, 2018 |
| SCOTTSDALE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTS0058619 | REPLACED | May 19, 2016 | May 19, 2017 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | AU201600000628-133B | CANCELLED | Mar 1, 2016 | May 13, 2016 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | AU201500000628-133A | CANCELLED | May 10, 2015 | Mar 1, 2016 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | AU201500000628-133A | CANCELLED | Mar 1, 2015 | May 10, 2015 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | AU201400000628-133A | CANCELLED | Dec 25, 2014 | Mar 1, 2015 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 53 UEN OH9073 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2024 | Oct 1, 2024 |
| CANCEL | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 53 UEN OH9073 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 16, 2023 | Aug 16, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 53 UEN OH9073 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 16, 2023 | Aug 16, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | RT-HSIC-CA-0000046-03 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 29, 2023 | Mar 29, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 53 UEN OH9073 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2023 | Mar 1, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | RT-HSIC-CA-0000046-03 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2023 | Mar 1, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | RT-HSIC-CA-0000046-02 | BIPD/Primary | May 19, 2022 | May 19, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | RT-HSIC-CA-0000046-01 | BIPD/Primary | May 19, 2021 | May 19, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | RT-HSIC-CA-0000046-00 | BIPD/Primary | May 19, 2020 | May 19, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | TP9882773 02 | BIPD/Primary | May 19, 2019 | May 19, 2019 |
| CANCEL | THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | TP9882773 02 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 26, 2018 | Nov 26, 2018 |
| CANCEL | THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | TP9882773 01 | BIPD/Primary | May 19, 2018 | May 19, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | SCOTTSDALE INSURANCE COMPANY | CTS0058619 | BIPD/Primary | May 19, 2017 | May 19, 2017 |
| CANCEL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | AU201600000628-133B | BIPD/Primary | May 13, 2016 | May 13, 2016 |
| CANCEL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | AU201500000628-133A | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2016 | Mar 1, 2016 |
| CANCEL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | AU201500000628-133A | BIPD/Primary | May 10, 2015 | May 10, 2015 |
| CANCEL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | AU201400000628-133A | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2015 | Mar 1, 2015 |
Authority Action History (6 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC895536 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 23, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 21, 2018 |
| MC895536 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 18, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 20, 2016 |
| MC895536 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 3, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 25, 2016 |
| MC895536 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 13, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 14, 2015 |
| MC895536 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 2, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 20, 2015 |
| MC895536 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 5, 2015 | — | 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
6 states • 51 inspections
Violation Summary (86 violations from 51 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 5 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-ALBV | Air Brake - Any leak from a brake valve | 4 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 4 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 4 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(b) | Emergency equipment - warning devices missing | 3 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9BRKLAMP | Inoperative Brake Lamps | 2 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A-FRCLS | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.3E3-MC | 390.3E3-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.126B | Cargo securement - flattened/crushed vehicles | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.81-H | Horn inoperable | 1 | 0 | 2 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95B | Emergency equipment - warning devices missing | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 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 | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21(c) | 390.21(c) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.17 | 390.17 | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.8F01 | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209E | Power steering violations | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2UV | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70 | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.126B-CIM | Cargo securement - flattened/crushed vehicles | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BMBCBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A-ELD | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 1 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.47(c) | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | 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 (51 inspections)
Showing 50 of 51
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
5 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (5 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 28, 2020 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 8, 2019 | CA | FATAL | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 26, 2019 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 7, 2018 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 10, 2015 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
23 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records