KDB TOWING LLC
USDOT 2845547 • 9803 WOODBERRY STREET, LANHAM, MD, 20706
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals3 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-953963 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Feb 18, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA00406473 | ON FILE | Mar 13, 2025 | May 6, 2025 |
Insurance History (8 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA00406473 | CANCELLED | Mar 13, 2025 | Jun 11, 2025 |
| PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA0406473 | CANCELLED | Mar 31, 2020 | Mar 13, 2025 |
| PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 0406473 | REPLACED | Feb 5, 2019 | Mar 31, 2020 |
| AGENCY INSURANCE COMPANY OF MARYLAND, INC | BIPD/Primary | CA 0004087 | CANCELLED | Feb 5, 2018 | Mar 4, 2018 |
| AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | K2GP901613 | CANCELLED | Feb 5, 2018 | Feb 5, 2019 |
| AGENCY INSURANCE COMPANY OF MARYLAND, INC | BIPD/Primary | CA 0004087 | REPLACED | Feb 5, 2018 | Feb 5, 2018 |
| AGENCY INSURANCE COMPANY OF MARYLAND, INC | BIPD/Primary | CA 0004087 | CANCELLED | Feb 5, 2017 | Feb 5, 2018 |
| AGENCY INSURANCE COMPANY OF MARYLAND, INC | BIPD/Primary | CA 0004087 | CANCELLED | Feb 5, 2016 | Feb 5, 2017 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CA00406473 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 11, 2025 | Jun 11, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CA00406473 | BIPD/Primary | May 6, 2025 | May 6, 2025 |
| CANCEL | PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CA0406473 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 13, 2025 | Mar 13, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 0406473 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 31, 2020 | Mar 31, 2020 |
| CANCEL | AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | K2GP901613 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2019 | Feb 5, 2019 |
| TERM/CANCL | AGENCY INSURANCE COMPANY OF MARYLAND, INC | CA 0004087 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 4, 2018 | Mar 4, 2018 |
| CANCEL | AGENCY INSURANCE COMPANY OF MARYLAND, INC | CA 0004087 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2018 | Feb 5, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | AGENCY INSURANCE COMPANY OF MARYLAND, INC | CA 0004087 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2018 | Feb 5, 2018 |
| CANCEL | AGENCY INSURANCE COMPANY OF MARYLAND, INC | CA 0004087 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2017 | Feb 5, 2017 |
Authority Action History (6 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC953963 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 14, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 18, 2025 |
| MC953963 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 9, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 6, 2019 |
| MC953963 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 5, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 6, 2018 |
| MC953963 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 9, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 5, 2018 |
| MC953963 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 9, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 7, 2017 |
| MC953963 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 26, 2016 | — | Unknown |
Out-of-Service Orders (1)
| OOS Date | Reason | Status | Rescinded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 3, 2017 | New Entrant Revoked - Failure of Safety Audit | ACTIVE | Feb 2, 2017 |
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
4 states • 22 inspections
Violation Summary (137 violations from 22 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 10 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 9 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | 7 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 7 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 6 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205C-WRAWFLMIB | Wheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | 5 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.81-H | Horn inoperable | 4 | 0 | 2 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.40A-B | Inadequate brakes | 4 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205(c) | Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.128B-CLWV | Cargo securement - roll-on/roll-off containers | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 2 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LLPL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.128(b)(1) | Cargo securement - roll-on/roll-off containers | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9(a) | Operating without proper operating authority | 2 | 2 | 8 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 2 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.112-C | Cargo - Tiedown not adjustable | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75B-TF | Tire tread depth insufficient (steer) | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LSLM | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LIL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43D-B | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2C | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55A-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 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 | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41A | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209D-STPAL | Wheel fasteners loose/missing | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a)-FPC | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BBS | Hydraulic brake backup system is inoperative | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41A-MCPC | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8A-NON-ELD | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 1 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2FT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.17(b) | Lamps and reflectors inadequate | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.128 | Cargo securement - roll-on/roll-off containers | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.81 | Horn inoperable | 1 | 0 | 2 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(b) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a)(1) | 391.41(a)(1) | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.71(h)(10) | Fifth wheel defective | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 1 | 1 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.7(a) | Driver failing to conduct pre-trip inspection | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43 | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.71(h) | License (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.82(a)(1) | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.9(d)(2) | Failure to correct defects noted on previous inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | 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 (22 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
2 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (2 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 10, 2024 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | ABINGTON TOWNSHIP | ROUTE 2034 S | ...H60057 | KDB TOWING LLC |
| Jul 7, 2021 | MD | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | JOHN HANSON HWY | ...127763 | KDB TOWING LLC |
Compliance Timeline
14 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records