CHARGER TRANSPORT INC
USDOT 3347111 • 5212 SHIMMER BROOK DR, BAKERSFIELD, CA, 93313
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-1058198 | REVOKED | Jan 28, 2020 | Jun 18, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MOTOR TRANSPORT MUTUAL RRG INC | BIPD/Primary | S-LHMI1093-00 | ON FILE | Oct 5, 2024 | Jun 12, 2025 |
Insurance History (7 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BE0333000266-00 | CANCELLED | Oct 5, 2023 | Oct 5, 2024 |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TMA22100726 | CANCELLED | Apr 23, 2023 | Oct 5, 2023 |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TMA22100726 | CANCELLED | Mar 23, 2023 | Apr 23, 2023 |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TMA22100726 | CANCELLED | Oct 5, 2022 | Mar 23, 2023 |
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AFXCA001223-00 | REPLACED | Oct 5, 2021 | Oct 5, 2022 |
| PLATINUM TRANSPORT INSURANCE RRG, INC | BIPD/Primary | PTI001652-00 | CANCELLED | Oct 5, 2020 | Oct 5, 2021 |
| WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WMC1830300 | CANCELLED | Nov 1, 2019 | Jan 22, 2020 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | MOTOR TRANSPORT MUTUAL RRG INC | S-LHMI1093-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 12, 2025 | Jun 12, 2025 |
| CANCEL | CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | BE0333000266-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 5, 2024 | Oct 5, 2024 |
| CANCEL | SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA22100726 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 5, 2023 | Oct 5, 2023 |
| CANCEL | SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA22100726 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 23, 2023 | Apr 23, 2023 |
| CANCEL | SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA22100726 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 23, 2023 | Mar 23, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | AFXCA001223-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 5, 2022 | Oct 5, 2022 |
| CANCEL | PLATINUM TRANSPORT INSURANCE RRG, INC | PTI001652-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 5, 2021 | Oct 5, 2021 |
| CANCEL | WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | WMC1830300 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 22, 2020 | Jan 22, 2020 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-1058198 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-1058198 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (7 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1058198 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 9, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 4, 2024 |
| MC1058198 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 8, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 5, 2023 |
| MC1058198 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 27, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 21, 2023 |
| MC1058198 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 24, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 16, 2023 |
| MC1058198 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 8, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 6, 2021 |
| MC1058198 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Nov 20, 2020 | REVOKED | Jun 18, 2025 |
| MC1058198 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 7, 2019 | REVOKED | Jan 28, 2020 |
Out-of-Service Orders (2)
| OOS Date | Reason | Status | Rescinded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 19, 2021 | New Entrant Revoked - Refusal of Audit/No Contact | ACTIVE | Jan 18, 2022 |
| Mar 31, 2020 | New Entrant Revoked - Refusal of Audit/No Contact | ACTIVE | Oct 19, 2020 |
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
10 states • 28 inspections
Violation Summary (53 violations from 28 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 7 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 5 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 3 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.26(b) | Motor carrier failed to ensure that the ELD automatically recorded the required data elements. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(1) | Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(2) | Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(3) | Driver failed to maintain instruction sheet for ELD malfunction reporting requirements | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.201(a) | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9(a)(2) | Failing to secure vehicle equipment | 2 | 2 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.9(d)(2) | Failure to correct defects noted on previous inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22G-ELDMFV | HOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51(a) | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22H1-ELDNUM | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - No user's manual for the driver describing how to operate the ELD. (May be electronic) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.203(c) | Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | 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 (28 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
2 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (2 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 21, 2023 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I-81 SOUTH | ...132571 | CHARGER TRANSPORT INC |
| Sep 9, 2022 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | IRWINDALE | RT 210/.3mi E of RT 605 | ...463832 | CHARGER TRANSPORT INC |
Compliance Timeline
15 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records