RUIZ BROTHERS TRANSPORTATION LLC
USDOT 3130712 • 119 MERRIT ST, JERSEY CITY, NJ, 07305
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals2 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-092947 | REVOKED | Sep 9, 2024 | Sep 9, 2024 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR2900001487 | ON FILE | Jan 29, 2024 | Aug 24, 2024 |
Insurance History (1 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR2900001487 | CANCELLED | Sep 8, 2023 | Jan 29, 2024 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR2900001487 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 24, 2024 | Aug 24, 2024 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR2900001487 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 29, 2024 | Jan 29, 2024 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-092947 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (2 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC092947 | PASSENGER REG ROUTE - COMMON | GRANTED | Aug 7, 2024 | REVOKED | Sep 9, 2024 |
| MC092947 | MOTOR PASSENGER COMMON CARRIER | DISMISSED | Jun 7, 2018 | — | Unknown |
Out-of-Service Orders (2)
| OOS Date | Reason | Status | Rescinded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 14, 2025 | New Entrant Revoked - Refusal of Audit/No Contact | ACTIVE | Sep 10, 2025 |
| Mar 14, 2025 | New Entrant Revoked - Refusal of Audit/No Contact | ACTIVE | Apr 16, 2025 |
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
2 states • 80 inspections
Violation Summary (99 violations from 80 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 9 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.62-BEI | Windshield wipers inoperative | 5 | 5 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 4 | 4 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.62-BEND | Windshield wipers inoperative | 4 | 4 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 4 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.62(e) | Windshield wipers inoperative | 4 | 2 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9AA1 | 392.9AA1 | 3 | 3 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:385.337B-OOSO | 385.337B-OOSO | 2 | 1 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.62-BENM | Windshield wipers inoperative | 2 | 2 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 1 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 1 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.62(c) | Windshield wipers inoperative | 2 | 2 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.45A-BLHF | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.80A | Exhaust system defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83H | Exhaust - Not securely fastened to the vehicle | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSOA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 1 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16AD | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.41(a)-FPC | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:390.21(b) | USDOT number not displayed | 1 | 0 | 3 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDL | Endorsements - (CDL) - Operate a CMV without proper endorsements on operators license | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:383.95A-LCDL | Restriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.41B10-MC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial vehicle without corrective lenses or hearing aid as indicated on the driver's medical certificate | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.209D-STBSP | Wheel fasteners loose/missing | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83D-ELNGPB | Exhaust System - Other than Gasoline - Exhaust system leaking or discharging under the chassis more than 15 inches (38.1 cm) forward of the rear-most part of the | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.51B-BFWS | Steering wheel free play excessive | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55A-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.25E-L | Lamps on rear of CMV obscured by load | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LBL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55B-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b) | 390.21T(b) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.43 | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(b) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.9(d)(2) | Failure to correct defects noted on previous inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(4) | No valid medical certificate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.9a(a)(1) | Transporting hazmat without authority | 1 | 1 | 9 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.19 | Hazard warning signal inoperable | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83(h) | Exhaust - Not securely fastened to the vehicle | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.84 | Floors defective | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(2) | Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.7(a) | Driver failing to conduct pre-trip inspection | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
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 (80 inspections)
Showing 50 of 80
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
3 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (3 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 25, 2024 | NJ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | FAIRVIEW BORO | Anderson Avenue (BERGEN COUNTY 29) | ...A14957 | RUIZ BROTHERS TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Oct 30, 2024 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | Ref Marker: 17 62051228 | ...509635 | RUIZ BROTHERS TRANSPORTATION LLC |
| Jul 1, 2024 | NJ | INJURY | 0 | 2 | UNION CITY | New York Avenue | ...B18671 | RUIZ BROTHERS TRANSPORTATION LLC |
Compliance Timeline
10 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records