- No active BIPD/Primary insurance on file — uninsured for 129 days (since Mar 11, 2026). A carrier without active primary liability coverage cannot legally operate.
S M S XPRESS INC
Do not book — hard regulatory blocker
One or more hard blockers are on file. Do not tender until the issue is cured and confirmed on FMCSA.
- No active BIPD/Primary insurance on file Uninsured 129 days (since Mar 11, 2026).
- Insurance-lapse watch: HIGH Recent BMC-91 cancellation or instability without a clear replacement. Details →
- OOS rate worse than size peers Driver and/or vehicle out-of-service rate is above the peer median.
- BOC-3 process agent on file TRUCK PROCESS AGENTS OF AMERICA, INC Details →
Plain-text risk summary (print / paste)
TruckCodex risk summary — S M S XPRESS INC (USDOT 3125756) Verdict: DO NOT BOOK Do not book — hard regulatory blocker One or more hard blockers are on file. Do not tender until the issue is cured and confirmed on FMCSA. Authority / census status: Active Officer(s): MANMOHAN SINGH (Company officer) Blockers: • No active BIPD/Primary insurance on file — Uninsured 129 days (since Mar 11, 2026). Cautions: • Insurance-lapse watch: HIGH — Recent BMC-91 cancellation or instability without a clear replacement. • OOS rate worse than size peers — Driver and/or vehicle out-of-service rate is above the peer median. On file: • BOC-3 process agent on file — TRUCK PROCESS AGENTS OF AMERICA, INC Source: https://truckcodex.com/usdot/3125756/ As of: Jul 18, 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 F
Hard regulatory signal on file (OOS / revoked / Not Authorized / uninsured / Unsatisfactory). Composite mean of 4/5 scored components is 38/100 — letter capped at F. Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
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confidence 80% · 4/5 signals
Compliance grade F
Hard regulatory signal on file (OOS / revoked / Not Authorized / uninsured / Unsatisfactory). Composite mean of 4/5 scored components is 38/100 — letter capped at F. 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.
No active BIPD/Primary on file since Mar 11, 2026.
Driver OOS 4.5% vs peer median 0% (worse). Vehicle OOS 30.8% vs peer median 0% (worse). n=281701 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.
Insurance-lapse watch: HIGH.
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: Do not book.
Uninsured since Mar 11, 2026
Company profile
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Process AgentTRUCK PROCESS AGENTS OF AMERICA, INCBOC-3 on file
Fleet details (MCS-150)
| Vehicle type | Owned | Term leased | Trip leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck tractors | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailers | 5 | 0 | 0 |
Self-reported on the carrier’s Form MCS-150 (FMCSA Company Census).
Accident reports (24 months)
All 4 crashes →| Last 6 months | 6–12 months | 12–24 months | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fatalities | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Injuries | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tow-away | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 0 | 2 | 2 |
Reportable crashes from FMCSA MCMIS for the trailing 24 months. Counts may differ slightly from SAFER due to reporting lag.
Inspections (24 months)
All 48 inspections →| Driver | Vehicle | Hazmat | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspections | 16 | 16 | 0 |
| OOS inspections | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| OOS percentage | 6.25% | 12.5% | — |
| 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
S M S XPRESS INC is a motor carrier based in FRESNO, CA, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 3125756. 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 2 power units and 4 drivers, with 48 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 30.8%. 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.
S M S XPRESS INC is a small fleet, operating 2 power units and 4 drivers, based in Fresno, CA. Across 22 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded an 18.2% out-of-service rate, with 3 reportable crashes. The carrier currently has no active BIPD/Primary coverage on file, and operating authority is active for common.
22 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, down 15% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in CA (10) and ND (2), with Level 3 inspections the most common.
18.2% out-of-service rate; led by Vehicle Maintenance (40.0% of violations); top code 396.17C-PI (No proof of periodic inspection) cited 2 times.
The fleet comprises 2 power units (small fleet) and 4 drivers; Kenworth, Utility, and Freightliner are the most-inspected makes.
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 281,701 ACTIVE carriers operating 1–3 power units (±50% of this carrier's 2 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) | 5 | 2 | 40.0% | Feb 3, 2026 |
| Idaho (ID) | 2 | 0 | 0.0% | May 21, 2025 |
| North Dakota (ND) | 2 | 0 | 0.0% | May 17, 2025 |
| Nevada (NV) | 2 | 1 | 50.0% | Mar 29, 2025 |
| South Dakota (SD) | 2 | 0 | 0.0% | Apr 3, 2025 |
| Oklahoma (OK) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Dec 7, 2024 |
| Utah (UT) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Jul 25, 2024 |
| Montana (MT) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Mar 2, 2026 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth | 41 | |
| Utility | 39 | |
| Utlt | 2 | |
| Freightliner | 1 | |
| Wabash National | 1 |
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
| BASIC | Inspections | Serious | Measure | Percentile | Alert | As Of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver Fitness | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Controlled Substances / Alcohol | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Hours of Service | 4 | — | 1.18 | 1 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Unsafe Driving | 2 | — | 1.18 | 1 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 5 | — | 3.18 | 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 (48 rows) View all 48 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87238801 | Mar 2, 2026 | MT | 3 | TWIN BRIDGES MT |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 86959599 | Feb 3, 2026 | CA | 3 | DONNER PASS CVEF |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLSR | No |
| 86376202 | Nov 18, 2025 | CA | 1 | CHOWCHILLA RIVER IF |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 392.9A2-C, 395.30B2-ELDDFC24, 396.5A-HNL | Yes |
| 85061046 | Jun 23, 2025 | CA | 1 | GRAPEVINE IF |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 84753116 | May 21, 2025 | ID | 3 | HAMER ID |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLTL | No |
| 84748253 | May 20, 2025 | CA | 2 | EB ANTELOPE SCALE |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 393.75A3-TAOL, 393.45B2-B-AIR, 395.8E1-HOSPVID | Yes |
| 84739406 | May 20, 2025 | ID | 3 | RUPERT ID |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLTL | No |
| 84712933 | May 17, 2025 | ND | 3 | FARGO ND |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 84303344 | Apr 3, 2025 | SD | 3 | SISSETON SD |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 84274284 | Mar 29, 2025 | NV | 3 | nv-ir80/mm-6 |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 395.8E-HOSPDOOS, 392.2-SLLTCD, 395.8E-HOSPD | Yes |
| 83393753 | Dec 12, 2024 | ND | 3 | HUNTER ND |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLFY | No |
| 83343560 | Dec 7, 2024 | OK | 3 | BECKHAM POE |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLEWA1 | No |
| 82962388 | Oct 22, 2024 | SD | 2 | VALLEY SPRINGS SD |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 395.24, 396.17C-PI | No |
| 82684350 | Sep 17, 2024 | NV | 2 | GARSON CHECK SITE |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 396.17(c), 393.9(a), 392.2 | No |
| 82578256 | Sep 4, 2024 | CA | 2 | CA |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 392.2-SLLS4, 393.60C | No |
| 82260332 | Jul 25, 2024 | UT | 3 | BRIGHAM CITY UT |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 82098582 | Jul 10, 2024 | CA | 1 | CASTAIC IF |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 81987627 | Jun 27, 2024 | CA | 5 | FRESNO |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 81987626 | Jun 27, 2024 | CA | 5 | FRESNO |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 81987625 | Jun 27, 2024 | CA | 5 | FRESNO |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 81755126 | May 28, 2024 | MT | 2 | WIBAUX MT |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 393.9(a) | Yes |
| 81548882 | May 6, 2024 | CA | 3 | DONNER PASS CVEF |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 391.41(a) | No |
| 81400549 | Apr 17, 2024 | NM | 2 | SAN JON PORT OF ENTRY |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 396.5(b), 393.75(a), 396.3(a)(1) | Yes |
| 81325100 | Apr 5, 2024 | ND | 3 | BOWMAN ND |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 81263299 | Apr 4, 2024 | SD | 1 | SISSETON SD |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
Recent Crashes (4 rows)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AZ0I25014576 | Mar 7, 2025 | AZ | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| ND0001162094 | Dec 12, 2024 | ND | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MT2450147144 | Jun 6, 2024 | MT | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| CA4802001093 | Jun 27, 2020 | 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 | MC090417 | common | INACTIVE | — |
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.
Insurance Coverage Timeline (21 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Limit | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 2-CWH-CA-19-S0346733-00 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 17, 2025 | Apr 17, 2025 | REPLACED |
| ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 2-CWH-CA-19-S0346733-00 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 17, 2025 | Apr 17, 2025 | REPLACED |
| ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 2-CWH-CA-19-S0346733-00 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 17, 2025 | Oct 3, 2025 | CANCELLED |
| ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 2-CWH-CA-19-S0346733-00 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 17, 2025 | Nov 26, 2025 | CANCELLED |
| ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 2-CWH-CA-19-S0346733-00 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 17, 2025 | Apr 17, 2025 | REPLACED |
| ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 2-CWH-CA-19-S0346733-00 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 17, 2025 | Mar 11, 2026 | CANCELLED |
| ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 2-CWH-CA-19-S0346733-00 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 17, 2025 | Apr 17, 2025 | REPLACED |
| ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 2-CWH-CA-19-S0346733-00 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 17, 2025 | Oct 29, 2025 | CANCELLED |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA71007485 | BIPD/Primary | — | Feb 14, 2025 | Apr 17, 2025 | CANCELLED |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA71007485 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jul 12, 2024 | Mar 15, 2025 | CANCELLED |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA71007485 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jul 12, 2024 | Feb 14, 2025 | REPLACED |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA71007485 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jun 15, 2024 | Aug 11, 2024 | CANCELLED |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA71007485 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jun 15, 2024 | Jul 12, 2024 | REPLACED |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA71007485 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 25, 2024 | Jun 15, 2024 | CANCELLED |
| SECURITY NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | SMC1798755 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 25, 2023 | Apr 25, 2024 | CANCELLED |
| SECURITY NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | SMC1798755 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 25, 2022 | Apr 25, 2023 | CANCELLED |
| SECURITY NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | SMC1798755 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 25, 2021 | Apr 25, 2022 | CANCELLED |
| WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | WMC1626244 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 25, 2020 | Apr 25, 2021 | CANCELLED |
| WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | WMC1626244 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 25, 2019 | Apr 25, 2020 | CANCELLED |
| WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | WMC1626244 | BIPD/Primary | — | Sep 26, 2018 | Apr 25, 2019 | CANCELLED |
| WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | WMC1626244 | BIPD/Primary | — | Apr 25, 2018 | Sep 26, 2018 | REPLACED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Apr 27, 2026
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Apr 27, 2026authorityAuthority revoked — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
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Apr 17, 2026insuranceCANCEL — ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Mar 11, 2026insuranceTERM/CANCL — ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Feb 17, 2026
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Nov 26, 2025insuranceTERM/CANCL — ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Oct 29, 2025insuranceTERM/CANCL — ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Oct 3, 2025insuranceTERM/CANCL — ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Sep 11, 2025
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Apr 18, 2025
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Apr 17, 2025insuranceTERM/REPL — ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Apr 17, 2025insuranceCANCEL — SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Mar 15, 2025insuranceTERM/CANCL — SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Feb 14, 2025insuranceTERM/REPL — SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Aug 11, 2024insuranceTERM/CANCL — SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jul 12, 2024insuranceTERM/REPL — SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jun 15, 2024insuranceCANCEL — SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jun 3, 2024
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Apr 29, 2024
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Apr 25, 2024insuranceCANCEL — SECURITY NATIONAL INSURANCE CO.
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Apr 25, 2023insuranceCANCEL — SECURITY NATIONAL INSURANCE CO.
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Apr 24, 2023
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Apr 27, 2022
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Apr 25, 2022insuranceCANCEL — SECURITY NATIONAL INSURANCE CO.
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Apr 26, 2021
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Apr 25, 2021insuranceCANCEL — WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY
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Apr 28, 2020
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Apr 25, 2020insuranceCANCEL — WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY
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Apr 26, 2019
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Apr 25, 2019insuranceCANCEL — WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY
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Sep 26, 2018insuranceTERM/REPL — WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| FRESNO | CA | 7 | 2 |
| SISSETON SD | SD | 3 | 0 |
| DONNER PASS CVEF | CA | 2 | 0 |
| MOUNTAIN PASS JPOE | CA | 2 | 0 |
| WIBAUX MT | MT | 2 | 1 |
| CA | CA | 1 | 0 |
| CASTAIC IF | CA | 1 | 0 |
| CHOWCHILLA RIVER IF | CA | 1 | 1 |
| CORDELIA IF | CA | 1 | 0 |
| EB ANTELOPE SCALE | CA | 1 | 1 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392.2 | Violation of Local Laws - Explain: | Unsafe Driving | 5 | 0 |
| 393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 1 |
| 396.3(a)(1) | Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 2 |
| 396.17(c) | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 396.5(b) | Oil and/or grease leak | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 2 |
| 391.41(a) | Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency. History of either failing to produce a medical certificate or having an expired medical certificate. | Driver Fitness | 1 | 0 |
| 392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | Unsafe Driving | 1 | 0 |
| 393.45(b)(2) | Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 1 |
| 393.47(d) | All Brakes - Insufficient brake lining thickness | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.47(e) | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
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Docket MC090417
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ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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SECURITY NATIONAL INSURANCE CO.
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WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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TRUCK PROCESS AGENTS OF AMERICA, INC
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4 reportable crashes
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How to verify S M S XPRESS INC
- 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.
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