BRANDEL TRUCKING INC
USDOT 2944481 • 1954 N 94TH AVE, HART, MI, 49420
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-996419 | ACTIVE | Unknown | May 3, 2021 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WF017357 | ON FILE | May 2, 2025 | Feb 17, 2026 |
Insurance History (10 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WF017357 | REPLACED | May 2, 2025 | Jan 20, 2026 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 133-7566401 | REPLACED | May 2, 2024 | May 2, 2025 |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 53-836455-01 | REPLACED | May 2, 2022 | May 2, 2024 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN300761 | REPLACED | May 2, 2021 | May 2, 2022 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN300761 | CANCELLED | May 2, 2021 | Jun 6, 2022 |
| NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 70TRS108469 | CANCELLED | May 2, 2020 | May 2, 2021 |
| NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 70TRS100795 | CANCELLED | May 3, 2019 | May 2, 2020 |
| PROGRESSIVE MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA0237877 | REPLACED | Jan 6, 2019 | May 3, 2019 |
| NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 70TRS083979 | CANCELLED | Jan 6, 2018 | Jan 6, 2019 |
| NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 70TRS071523 | CANCELLED | Jan 7, 2017 | Jan 6, 2018 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF017357 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 17, 2026 | Feb 17, 2026 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF017357 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 20, 2026 | Jan 20, 2026 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 133-7566401 | BIPD/Primary | May 2, 2025 | May 2, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 53-836455-01 | BIPD/Primary | May 2, 2024 | May 2, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN300761 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 6, 2022 | Jun 6, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN300761 | BIPD/Primary | May 2, 2022 | May 2, 2022 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | 70TRS108469 | BIPD/Primary | May 2, 2021 | May 2, 2021 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | 70TRS100795 | BIPD/Primary | May 2, 2020 | May 2, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA0237877 | BIPD/Primary | May 3, 2019 | May 3, 2019 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | 70TRS083979 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 6, 2019 | Jan 6, 2019 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | 70TRS071523 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 6, 2018 | Jan 6, 2018 |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC996419 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 5, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 3, 2021 |
| MC996419 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 6, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 27, 2020 |
| MC996419 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 10, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 4, 2019 |
| MC996419 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 11, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 8, 2018 |
| MC996419 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 12, 2017 | — | 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
16 states • 32 inspections
Violation Summary (54 violations from 32 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 8 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.7A-D | Driver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55D1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| 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:395.8D5-HOSF | 395.8D5-HOSF | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8D2-HOSF | 395.8D2-HOSF | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55E | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2FT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1DLDSYEL | Driveline/Driveshaft - Any yoke-mounting hardware loose (with hand pressure) broken or missing | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-DLDSDSCW | Driveline/Driveshaft - Obvious cracked weld at the shaft tube end. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSLIW | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:390.21(b) | USDOT number not displayed | 1 | 0 | 3 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.203(e) | Cab front bumper missing/unsecured/protrude | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83(g) | Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9B-LRLIWR | Lighting - Tail lamp - Both lamps on rearmost vehicle inoperative when required to be on | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | 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:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 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 (32 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
4 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (4 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2024 | NM | INJURY | 0 | 1 | 97 | US 70 & CURRY ROAD 4 | ...GU0916 | BRANDEL TRUCKING INC |
| Jan 21, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | PHARR | N 5400 IH 69 C | ...GU0798 | BRANDEL TRUCKING INC |
| Aug 18, 2020 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 29, 2020 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
16 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records