STEVE CARPENTER
LUBBOCK, TX
DBA: STEVE CARPENTER TRUCKING
Book with caution — review signals below
No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking.
- Prior insurance gap · 9 days Jul 15, 2002 → Jul 24, 2002
- Prior insurance gap · 360 days Sep 4, 2009 → Aug 30, 2010
- Contract (Property) gap · 254 days Inactive Jul 11, 2016 → reinstated Mar 22, 2017
- Contract (Property) gap · 354 days Inactive Sep 14, 2009 → reinstated Sep 3, 2010
- 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 — STEVE CARPENTER (USDOT 318702) 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: $750,000 Officer(s): STEVE CARPENTER (Company officer) Organization: CORPORATION Blockers: (none) Cautions: • Prior insurance gap · 9 days — Jul 15, 2002 → Jul 24, 2002 • Prior insurance gap · 360 days — Sep 4, 2009 → Aug 30, 2010 • Contract (Property) gap · 254 days — Inactive Jul 11, 2016 → reinstated Mar 22, 2017 • Contract (Property) gap · 354 days — Inactive Sep 14, 2009 → reinstated Sep 3, 2010 • OOS rate worse than size peers — Driver and/or vehicle out-of-service rate is above the peer median. On file: • Insurance on file · $750,000 — PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL · 91X • BOC-3 process agent on file — PROCESS AGENT SERVICE COMPANY, INC. Source: https://truckcodex.com/usdot/318702/ As of: Jul 20, 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 B
Composite of 4/5 scored components (mean 79/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
B
confidence 80% · 4/5 signals
Compliance grade B
Composite of 4/5 scored components (mean 79/100). 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 20% vs peer median 0% (worse). Vehicle OOS 66.7% vs peer median 0% (worse). n=240320 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.
1 active liability policy
Company profile
No active FMCSA cargo filing on file.
FMCSA L&I filing evidence — not a shipper certificate of insurance (COI). Cargo (BMC-34) is primarily an HHG / household-goods requirement; general freight carriers often have none.
-
InsurancePROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUALPolicy effective Mar 13, 2021
-
Process AgentPROCESS AGENT SERVICE COMPANY, INC.BOC-3 on file
Fleet details (MCS-150)
| Vehicle type | Owned | Term leased | Trip leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck tractors | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailers | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Self-reported on the carrier’s Form MCS-150 (FMCSA Company Census).
Inspections (24 months)
All 5 inspections →| Driver | Vehicle | Hazmat | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspections | 5 | 5 | 0 |
| OOS inspections | 1 | 2 | 0 |
| OOS percentage | 20% | 40% | — |
| 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
STEVE CARPENTER is a corporation based in LUBBOCK, TX, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 318702. 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 1 power unit and 1 driver, with 5 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 66.7%. 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.
STEVE CARPENTER is a small fleet, operating 1 power unit and 1 driver, organized as a corporation, with 16 years on FMCSA's records, based in Lubbock, TX. Across 5 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 40.0% out-of-service rate, with no reportable crashes on file. BIPD/Primary insurance is on file with GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO., and all filed authority types (contract) are currently revoked.
5 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, concentrated in TN (1) and KY (1), with Level 3 inspections the most common.
40.0% out-of-service rate; led by Vehicle Maintenance (72.7% of violations); top code 393.104F3-C (Cargo securement - tiedown damaged) cited 3 times.
The fleet comprises 1 power unit (small fleet) and 1 driver; Great Dane and Peterbilt are the most-inspected makes.
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 240,320 ACTIVE carriers operating 1–2 power units (±50% of this carrier's 1 unit fleet).
Authority gaps detected (2)
- Contract (Property) authority was inactive from Jul 11, 2016 to Mar 22, 2017 (254 days)
- Contract (Property) authority was inactive from Sep 14, 2009 to Sep 3, 2010 (354 days)
Historical coverage gaps detected (3)
- No active BIPD/Primary insurance from Jul 15, 2002 to Jul 24, 2002 (9 days)
- No active BIPD/Primary insurance from Sep 4, 2009 to Aug 30, 2010 (360 days)
- No active BIPD/Primary insurance from Jul 3, 2016 to Mar 13, 2017 (253 days)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Colorado (CO) | 1 | 1 | 100.0% | Jun 4, 2025 |
| Florida (FL) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Feb 26, 2025 |
| Kentucky (KY) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Oct 30, 2025 |
| South Dakota (SD) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Sep 23, 2025 |
| Tennessee (TN) | 1 | 1 | 100.0% | Apr 4, 2025 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Great Dane | 5 | |
| Peterbilt | 5 |
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 20, 2026 |
| Controlled Substances / Alcohol | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Hours of Service | 1 | — | 1.28 | 1 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Unsafe Driving | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | — | 5.50 | 6 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
Higher percentiles indicate worse performance relative to peer carriers. Carriers at or above the FMCSA intervention threshold are marked ALERT.
Recent Inspections (5 rows) View all 5 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 86195178 | Oct 30, 2025 | KY | 1 | HENDERSON |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 85877254 | Sep 23, 2025 | SD | 3 | SIOUX FALLS SD |
PETERBILT STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
0 | — | No |
| 84882764 | Jun 4, 2025 | CO | 1 | CORTEZ CO |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
9 | 392.9A2-C, 393.104F3-C, 396.17C-PI | Yes |
| 84324694 | Apr 4, 2025 | TN | 2 | COVINGTON TN |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
2 | 395.8E-HOSPD, 392.9A2-C | Yes |
| 84006035 | Feb 26, 2025 | FL | 3 | BRANFORD FL |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
Recent Crashes (1 row)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UT9800008198 | Feb 15, 1998 | UT | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
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 | MC210588 | common | N | — |
MC Certificate Documents (4 PDFs)
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 22, 2017 | MC210588-P | REI | REINSTATEMENT | REI → |
| Jan 14, 2013 | MC210588 | NC | REVOCATION | NC → |
| Nov 27, 2012 | MC210588 | NC | REVOCATION | NC → |
| Sep 3, 2010 | MC210588-P | REI | REINSTATEMENT | REI → |
Insurance Coverage Timeline (24 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Limit | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | CA 3361921 | 91X | $750,000 | Mar 13, 2021 | On file | ACTIVE |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP47965A | BIPD/Primary | — | Mar 13, 2019 | Mar 13, 2021 | REPLACED |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0039819003 | BIPD/Primary | — | Mar 13, 2017 | Mar 13, 2019 | REPLACED |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0039819003 | BIPD/Primary | — | Mar 13, 2017 | Apr 11, 2019 | CANCELLED |
| Coverage gap — 253 days without BIPD/Primary coverage from Jul 3, 2016 to Mar 13, 2017 | ||||||
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0039819001 | BIPD/Primary | — | Aug 30, 2015 | Jul 3, 2016 | CANCELLED |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0002340001 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jan 14, 2013 | Aug 30, 2015 | REPLACED |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0002340001 | BIPD/Primary | — | Dec 28, 2012 | Jan 14, 2013 | REPLACED |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0002340001 | BIPD/Primary | — | Dec 28, 2012 | Feb 19, 2013 | NAME CHANGED |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0002340001 | BIPD/Primary | — | Aug 30, 2012 | Dec 28, 2012 | REPLACED |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0002340001 | BIPD/Primary | — | Aug 30, 2012 | Dec 31, 2012 | NAME CHANGED |
| UNION INSURANCE CO. | CNA 4526809 US | BIPD/Primary | — | Aug 30, 2010 | Aug 30, 2012 | CANCELLED |
| Coverage gap — 360 days without BIPD/Primary coverage from Sep 4, 2009 to Aug 30, 2010 | ||||||
| UNION INSURANCE CO. | CNA 4278276 US | BIPD/Primary | — | Jul 24, 2008 | Sep 4, 2009 | CANCELLED |
| UNION INSURANCE CO. | CNA 4278276 US | BIPD/Primary | — | Jul 24, 2007 | Jul 24, 2008 | REPLACED |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN402876 | BIPD/Primary | — | Sep 4, 2003 | Jul 24, 2007 | REPLACED |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN341146 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jul 24, 2002 | Sep 4, 2003 | CANCELLED |
| Coverage gap — 9 days without BIPD/Primary coverage from Jul 15, 2002 to Jul 24, 2002 | ||||||
| OLD AMERICAN COUNTY MUTUAL FIRE INS COMPANY | GA0446163-LSR-01 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jul 15, 2001 | Jul 15, 2002 | CANCELLED |
| OLD AMERICAN COUNTY MUTUAL FIRE INS COMPANY | GA 044 61 63-LSR-00 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jul 15, 2000 | Jul 15, 2001 | REPLACED |
| OLD AMERICAN COUNTY MUTUAL FIRE INS COMPANY | GAO446463-LSR | BIPD/Primary | — | Jul 15, 1999 | Jul 15, 2000 | REPLACED |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 709 321 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jul 15, 1998 | Jul 15, 1999 | CANCELLED |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | WI 653069 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jul 15, 1989 | Jul 15, 1998 | REPLACED |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | WI 653069 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jul 15, 1989 | Aug 22, 1998 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
-
Mar 13, 2021insuranceTERM/REPL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
-
Apr 11, 2019insuranceTERM/CANCL — SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY
-
Mar 13, 2019insuranceTERM/REPL — SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY
-
Mar 22, 2017
-
Jul 11, 2016
-
Jul 11, 2016authorityAuthority revoked — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
-
Jul 11, 2016authority gapContract (Property) authority inactive: 254 days (through Mar 22, 2017)
-
Jul 3, 2016insuranceCANCEL — SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY
-
Jul 3, 2016insurance gapCoverage gap: 253 days without BIPD/Primary insurance (through Mar 13, 2017)
-
Aug 30, 2015insuranceTERM/REPL — SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY
-
Feb 19, 2013insuranceTERM/CANCL — SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY
-
Jan 15, 2013
-
Jan 14, 2013insuranceTERM/REPL — SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY
-
Dec 31, 2012
-
Dec 31, 2012insuranceTERM/CANCL — SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY
-
Dec 28, 2012insuranceTERM/REPL — SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY
-
Aug 30, 2012insuranceCANCEL — UNION INSURANCE CO.
-
Aug 29, 2012
-
Sep 14, 2009
-
Sep 14, 2009authorityAuthority revoked — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
-
Sep 14, 2009authority gapContract (Property) authority inactive: 354 days (through Sep 3, 2010)
-
Sep 4, 2009insuranceCANCEL — UNION INSURANCE CO.
-
Sep 4, 2009insurance gapCoverage gap: 360 days without BIPD/Primary insurance (through Aug 30, 2010)
-
Jul 24, 2008insuranceTERM/REPL — UNION INSURANCE CO.
-
Jul 24, 2007insuranceTERM/REPL — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
-
Sep 4, 2003insuranceCANCEL — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
-
Aug 29, 2002
-
Jul 15, 2002insuranceCANCEL — OLD AMERICAN COUNTY MUTUAL FIRE INS COMPANY
-
Jul 15, 2002insurance gapCoverage gap: 9 days without BIPD/Primary insurance (through Jul 24, 2002)
-
Jul 15, 2001insuranceTERM/REPL — OLD AMERICAN COUNTY MUTUAL FIRE INS COMPANY
-
Jul 15, 2000insuranceTERM/REPL — OLD AMERICAN COUNTY MUTUAL FIRE INS COMPANY
-
Jul 15, 1999insuranceCANCEL — CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO.
-
Aug 22, 1998insuranceTERM/CANCL — OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C.
-
Jul 15, 1998insuranceTERM/REPL — OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C.
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| CORTEZ CO | CO | 1 | 1 |
| BRANFORD FL | FL | 1 | 0 |
| HENDERSON | KY | 1 | 0 |
| SIOUX FALLS SD | SD | 1 | 0 |
| COVINGTON TN | TN | 1 | 1 |
Related Records Cross-references to every adjacent page
-
Texas carriers
All carriers based in Texas
-
Lubbock carriers
Carriers based in Lubbock, TX
-
Stations in Texas
Where this carrier might be inspected
-
Docket MC210588
common · N · MC
-
PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL
91X policy on file
-
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
-
SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
-
UNION INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
-
NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
-
OLD AMERICAN COUNTY MUTUAL FIRE INS COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
-
CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
-
OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
-
PROCESS AGENT SERVICE COMPANY, INC.
BOC-3 process agent · 123,521 carriers served
-
5 inspections
Full roadside inspection history
-
1 reportable crash
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 STEVE CARPENTER
- 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 STEVE CARPENTER
Is STEVE CARPENTER an active motor carrier? ▾
What is STEVE CARPENTER's safety rating? ▾
How many inspections has STEVE CARPENTER had? ▾
What is STEVE CARPENTER's out-of-service rate? ▾
Where is STEVE CARPENTER based? ▾
Does STEVE CARPENTER have valid operating authority? ▾
How many trucks and drivers does STEVE CARPENTER operate? ▾
Has STEVE CARPENTER 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.