HEAVY LOAD TRANSFER LLC
Book with caution — review signals below
No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking.
- OOS rate worse than size peers Driver and/or vehicle out-of-service rate is above the peer median.
Plain-text risk summary (print / paste)
TruckCodex risk summary — HEAVY LOAD TRANSFER LLC (USDOT 2874887) Verdict: CAUTION Book with caution — review signals below No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking. Authority / census status: Active Active BIPD limit: $1,000,000 Blockers: (none) Cautions: • OOS rate worse than size peers — Driver and/or vehicle out-of-service rate is above the peer median. On file: • Insurance on file · $1,000,000 — NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY · 91X • BOC-3 process agent on file — DOTPROCESSAGENTS.COM LLC • OOS rate better than size peers Source: https://truckcodex.com/usdot/2874887/ As of: Apr 5, 2026 Always confirm on FMCSA SAFER and L&I before tendering — TruckCodex mirrors public filings and can lag by up to a day.
TruckCodex · compliance grade
Compliance grade A
Composite of 4/5 scored components (mean 85/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
A
confidence 80% · 4/5 signals
Compliance grade A
Composite of 4/5 scored components (mean 85/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
Active census status with no OOS order or revoked authority on file.
Active BIPD/Primary-like policy on file in our insurance history.
Driver OOS 3.2% vs peer median 0% (worse). Vehicle OOS 10.7% vs peer median 14.6% (better). n=41137 same-size ACTIVE peers.
FMCSA has not assigned this carrier a formal safety rating. We do not invent one.
NR reason: No published FMCSA safety_rating.
No BMC-91 insurance-lapse watch classification on file for this USDOT.
TruckCodex compliance grade from authority, BIPD, peer OOS, FMCSA safety rating, and insurance-watch signals. Not legal advice. See methodology. Booking triage on this page: Caution.
Company profile
-
InsuranceNATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANYPolicy effective Mar 31, 2024
-
Process AgentDOTPROCESSAGENTS.COM LLCBOC-3 on file
Fleet details (MCS-150)
| Vehicle type | Owned | Term leased | Trip leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck tractors | 25 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailers | 0 | 698 | 0 |
Self-reported on the carrier’s Form MCS-150 (FMCSA Company Census).
Inspections (24 months)
All 75 inspections →| Driver | Vehicle | Hazmat | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspections | 33 | 33 | 0 |
| OOS inspections | 2 | 5 | 0 |
| OOS percentage | 6.06% | 15.15% | — |
| National average | 6.67% | 22.26% | 4.44% |
Roadside inspections in the last 24 months. National averages are FMCSA MCSAP reference rates (driver ~6.7%, vehicle ~23.4%, hazmat ~4.4%).
Carrier analysis & narrative context SEO summary, status notes, AI overview, and safety profiles
HEAVY LOAD TRANSFER LLC is a motor carrier based in WILMINGTON, CA, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 2874887. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, and has not yet received a formal FMCSA safety rating. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 25 power units and 59 drivers, with 75 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 10.7%. Use this page to verify the carrier's authority and insurance, review its inspection and crash history, and cross-reference live data on FMCSA SAFER before booking a load or onboarding a partner.
Carrier is unrated
FMCSA has not assigned this carrier a formal safety rating. Use the inspection history and BASIC scores below to assess on-road performance.
HEAVY LOAD TRANSFER LLC is a mid-sized fleet, operating 25 power units and 59 drivers, based in Wilmington, CA. Across 32 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 15.6% out-of-service rate, with no reportable crashes on file. Operating authority is active for contract.
32 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, down 11% versus the prior 24 months, most heavily in CA (32 stops), with Level 1 inspections the most common.
15.6% out-of-service rate; led by Vehicle Maintenance (57.1% of violations); top code 392.2-SLLEQP (Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued) cited 4 times.
The fleet comprises 25 power units (mid-sized fleet) and 59 drivers; Freightliner, Mack, and Hyundai Translead are the most-inspected makes.
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 41,137 ACTIVE carriers operating 12–38 power units (±50% of this carrier's 25 unit fleet).
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Activity by State
| State | Inspections | OOS | OOS % | Last Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California (CA) | 33 | 6 | 18.2% | Jun 1, 2026 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 30 | |
| Mack | 21 | |
| Volvo | 15 | |
| CIMC | 13 | |
| Hyundai Translead | 10 | |
| Allb | 1 | |
| Dors | 1 | |
| Herc | 1 | |
| Jind | 1 |
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
| BASIC | Inspections | Serious | Measure | Percentile | Alert | As Of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver Fitness | 2 | — | 0.26 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Controlled Substances / Alcohol | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Hours of Service | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Unsafe Driving | 1 | — | 0.25 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 13 | — | 3.38 | 3 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
Higher percentiles indicate worse performance relative to peer carriers. Carriers at or above the FMCSA intervention threshold are marked ALERT.
Recent Inspections (75 rows) View all 75 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88022403 | Jun 1, 2026 | CA | 1 | — |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 87956910 | May 26, 2026 | CA | 1 | — |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
|
3 | 393.75A3-TAOL, 391.41APC | Yes |
| 87956864 | May 26, 2026 | CA | 1 | — |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 87922854 | May 21, 2026 | CA | 1 | — |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
|
5 | 393.45B2-B-AIR, 392.2-SLLEQP, 396.3A1-ALBV | No |
| 87917477 | May 20, 2026 | CA | 2 | — |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 87737887 | Apr 30, 2026 | CA | 2 | CA |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
|
1 | 75A3-TAOL | Yes |
| 87662994 | Apr 23, 2026 | CA | 1 | CASTAIC IF |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
|
5 | 5B-HWSL, 95A4-EEUS, 45B2-B-AIR | No |
| 87305973 | Mar 16, 2026 | CA | 2 | RIALTO |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 87230420 | Mar 2, 2026 | CA | 2 | GRAPEVINE IF |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
|
1 | 393.75A3-TAOL | Yes |
| 86970677 | Feb 5, 2026 | CA | 1 | SOUTH LOS ANGELES AREA |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
|
4 | 391.11B4, 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32, 392.2-SLLEQP | Yes |
| 86908676 | Jan 26, 2026 | CA | 2 | LEBEC |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 86670056 | Dec 18, 2025 | CA | 2 | GRAPEVINE IF |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 86523160 | Dec 9, 2025 | CA | 2 | SEASIDE |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 86376383 | Nov 17, 2025 | CA | 2 | GRAPEVINE IF |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 86286200 | Nov 4, 2025 | CA | 1 | LEBEC |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 86134006 | Oct 23, 2025 | CA | 1 | CASTIAC |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 85764066 | Sep 12, 2025 | CA | 2 | 405 NB CARSON SCALES |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
|
1 | 392.2-SLLEWG1 | No |
| 85750574 | Sep 11, 2025 | CA | 2 | CASTAIC IF |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 85585948 | Aug 19, 2025 | CA | 2 | GRAPEVINE IF |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 85474858 | Aug 12, 2025 | CA | 2 | FONTANA |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
|
2 | 392.2-SLLEQP | No |
| 85486254 | Jul 19, 2025 | CA | 1 | GRAPEVINE IF |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 84492362 | Apr 24, 2025 | CA | 1 | CASTAIC IF |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
|
1 | 393.75A3-TAOL | Yes |
| 84097212 | Mar 11, 2025 | CA | 2 | CASTAIC IF |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
|
1 | 393.75A3-TAOL | Yes |
| 84082486 | Mar 7, 2025 | CA | 1 | CARSON PLATFORM SCALES |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 83987816 | Feb 27, 2025 | CA | 1 | CASTAIC IF |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
|
1 | 390.3E3-MC | No |
Recent Crashes (11 rows)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA5502304960 | Sep 27, 2023 | CA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| CA5302206580 | Dec 19, 2022 | CA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| CA5302111527 | Jul 21, 2021 | CA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| CA5302004289 | Aug 22, 2020 | CA | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| CA6752002761 | Jul 30, 2020 | CA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| CA5251907091 | Oct 23, 2019 | CA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| CA5251905791 | Aug 31, 2019 | CA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| CA5351901490 | Mar 12, 2019 | CA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| CA5301802440 | Apr 21, 2018 | CA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| CA5301720524 | Oct 24, 2017 | CA | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| CA5301609181 | Jul 27, 2016 | CA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
Authority Records (1 docket)
Revocations & Inactive Status
Authority actions other than active status — revocations, voluntary surrenders, and dormant dockets.
| Date | Docket | Authority | Status | Applied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown | MC964665 | common | N | — |
MC Certificate Documents (1 PDF)
Authority Records (above) are FMCSA docket status and lifecycle events. MC Certificate Documents here are the archived PDF letters for each action — grants, reinstatements, revocations, name changes, and transfers. They are related but not the same dataset: one row per PDF letter, not one file per docket.
Click a row to open that specific letter. Multiple letters per docket are listed separately by action type and date.
| Date | Docket | Action | Authority | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 28, 2016 | MC964665-P | CPL | TRANSFER | CPL → |
Insurance Coverage Timeline (11 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Limit | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | TOT 8199981-00 | 91X | $1,000,000 | Mar 31, 2024 | On file | ACTIVE |
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | MD-005134 | BIPD/Primary | — | Mar 31, 2022 | Mar 31, 2024 | REPLACED |
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | MD-005134 | BIPD/Primary | — | Mar 31, 2022 | Apr 21, 2024 | CANCELLED |
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | MD-005020 | BIPD/Primary | — | Mar 31, 2021 | Mar 31, 2022 | REPLACED |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | TP9880911 09 | BIPD/Primary | — | Mar 31, 2020 | Mar 31, 2021 | REPLACED |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | TP9880911 08 | BIPD/Primary | — | Mar 31, 2019 | Mar 31, 2019 | REPLACED |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | TP9880911 08 | BIPD/Primary | — | Mar 31, 2019 | Mar 31, 2020 | CANCELLED |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | TP9880911 07 | BIPD/Primary | — | Mar 31, 2018 | Mar 31, 2019 | CANCELLED |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | TP9880911 06 | BIPD/Primary | — | Mar 31, 2017 | Mar 31, 2018 | REPLACED |
| GRANITE STATE INSURANCE CO. | TP9880911 05 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 12, 2016 | Apr 7, 2016 | REPLACED |
| GRANITE STATE INSURANCE CO. | TP9880911 05 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 7, 2016 | Mar 31, 2017 | REPLACED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
-
Apr 21, 2024insuranceTERM/CANCL — PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO.
-
Mar 31, 2024insuranceTERM/REPL — PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO.
-
Mar 27, 2024
-
Mar 31, 2022insuranceTERM/REPL — PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO.
-
Mar 31, 2021insuranceTERM/REPL — NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA
-
Mar 31, 2020insuranceCANCEL — NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA
-
Mar 18, 2020
-
Mar 31, 2019insuranceCANCEL — THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA
-
Mar 31, 2019insuranceTERM/REPL — NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA
-
Mar 21, 2019
-
Mar 31, 2018insuranceTERM/REPL — THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA
-
Mar 31, 2017insuranceTERM/REPL — GRANITE STATE INSURANCE CO.
-
Apr 28, 2016
-
Apr 7, 2016insuranceTERM/REPL — GRANITE STATE INSURANCE CO.
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTH LOS ANGELES | CA | 18 | 0 |
| LOS ANGELES | CA | 12 | 0 |
| CARSON PLATFORM SCALES | CA | 7 | 0 |
| CASTAIC IF | CA | 7 | 3 |
| GRAPEVINE IF | CA | 7 | 1 |
| CARSON PLATFORM | CA | 2 | 1 |
| LEBEC | CA | 2 | 0 |
| SOUTH LOS ANGELES AREA | CA | 2 | 1 |
| 405 NB CARSON SCALES | CA | 1 | 0 |
| CA | CA | 1 | 1 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392.2 | Violation of Local Laws - Explain: | Unsafe Driving | 4 | 0 |
| 396.3(a)(1) | Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 1 |
| 393.45(b)(2) | Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 393.11 | No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.207(a) | Axle positioning parts defective/missing | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.45 | Brake tubing and hose adequacy | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 1 |
| 393.47(e) | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.70(b) | Defective/improper fifth wheel assemblies | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.75(a)(2) | Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
Related Records Cross-references to every adjacent page
-
California carriers
All carriers based in California
-
Wilmington carriers
Carriers based in Wilmington, CA
-
Stations in California
Where this carrier might be inspected
-
Docket MC964665
common · N · MC
-
NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY
91X policy on file
-
PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
-
NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA
BIPD/Primary policy on file
-
THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA
BIPD/Primary policy on file
-
GRANITE STATE INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
-
DOTPROCESSAGENTS.COM LLC
BOC-3 process agent · 86,974 carriers served
-
75 inspections
Full roadside inspection history
-
11 reportable crashes
FMCSA MCMIS crash log
-
Fleet recall search
NHTSA recalls covering this fleet's vehicle years/makes
-
File a complaint
Open the FMCSA National Consumer Complaint form for this carrier
-
Carrier comparison tool
Side-by-side vs. other carriers
-
Certificate lookup
Look up any FMCSA authority by MC/MX/FF docket number
-
All state carrier directories
Browse carriers in every US/CA/MX jurisdiction
-
Insurance-lapse watch
Carriers with recent BMC-91 cancellation or reinstatement churn
-
How FMCSA safety ratings work
BASIC percentiles and compliance review context
-
BOC-3 process agents explained
Why every interstate carrier must file a process agent
-
FMCSA compliance filings guide
MCS-150, insurance, and authority filing requirements
-
Roadside inspection rights
What drivers and carriers can expect during a stop
How to verify HEAVY LOAD TRANSFER LLC
- Verify USDOT and MC numbers match the carrier's documents. Compare the USDOT number and MC docket on this page to the numbers on the carrier's invoice, rate confirmation, or load-board listing. A mismatch between the carrier's claimed numbers and the registered legal name is the single most common red flag.
- Check active operating authority and insurance status. Confirm the Authority Records show at least one ACTIVE docket for the type of operation you're booking, and that the Active Insurance card lists a current BIPD/Primary policy. A revoked authority or uninsured carrier cannot legally operate.
- Review safety rating and SMS BASIC scores. Check the carrier's FMCSA safety rating (if any) and the SMS BASIC table. A high percentile in any BASIC category — especially Unsafe Driving, HOS, or Vehicle Maintenance — is worth investigating before tendering a load.
- Examine inspection and crash history. Open the Inspection History and Crash History subpages for the full record. Look for patterns: repeat OOS findings on the same unit, multiple crashes in a short window, or violations clustered in one BASIC category.
- Cross-reference real-time data with FMCSA SAFER. For the most current snapshot — within 24 hours of any insurer filing or authority change — click through to the FMCSA SAFER lookup. TruckCodex mirrors SAFER and L&I daily; SAFER itself reflects filings within 24 hours.
Frequently asked questions about HEAVY LOAD TRANSFER LLC
Is HEAVY LOAD TRANSFER LLC an active motor carrier? ▾
What is HEAVY LOAD TRANSFER LLC's safety rating? ▾
How many inspections has HEAVY LOAD TRANSFER LLC had? ▾
What is HEAVY LOAD TRANSFER LLC's out-of-service rate? ▾
Where is HEAVY LOAD TRANSFER LLC based? ▾
Does HEAVY LOAD TRANSFER LLC have valid operating authority? ▾
How many trucks and drivers does HEAVY LOAD TRANSFER LLC operate? ▾
Has HEAVY LOAD TRANSFER LLC had any crashes? ▾
About FMCSA carrier records
Every commercial motor carrier operating in the United States is required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and obtain a USDOT number. The USDOT number is a permanent, unique identifier — once assigned, it stays with the carrier for life and is never reissued to another company. Carriers must update their registration every two years on Form MCS-150 to keep their address, fleet size, and operating data current.
Carrier safety data lives in FMCSA's Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS): roadside inspections, crashes, out-of-service findings, and the seven Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs) that make up the SMS scoring methodology. For-hire carriers must also hold operating authority — an MC, FF, or MX docket number — which is separate from the USDOT number and requires continuous insurance and BOC-3 process-agent filings to remain active.
TruckCodex mirrors FMCSA's public SAFER and L&I systems on a daily refresh cycle. Every record on this page reflects what FMCSA has on file. We do not edit or modify carrier data — for real-time confirmation immediately before a transaction, click through to the FMCSA SAFER lookup linked in the related records section above. Safety ratings, when present, come from formal compliance reviews; most active carriers have not been reviewed and are correctly listed as unrated.
Data sources & freshness
TruckCodex aggregates official public-sector datasets. See the Source registry for dataset-level coverage and the Freshness log for last-import timestamps.
Census, SAFER, SMS, Licensing & Insurance (L&I), roadside inspections, crashes, and authority history.
Vehicle recall campaigns, defect investigations, and consumer safety complaints (SCRS).
Cross-border carrier registry and Canadian recall campaigns where applicable.
TruckCodex is an independent aggregator; it is not affiliated with FMCSA, NHTSA, EIA, or Transport Canada. Always verify compliance-critical information directly with the originating agency.