LION CARGO INC
USDOT 3478882 • 4000 BORDENTOWN AVENUE SUITE # 25, SAYREVILLE, NJ, 08872
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-1141063 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Mar 30, 2026 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 2-CWS-NJ-19-S0378458-00 | ON FILE | Jan 7, 2026 | Jan 7, 2026 |
Insurance History (13 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 2-CWS-NJ-19-S0378458-00 | CANCELLED | Jan 7, 2026 | Apr 2, 2026 |
| ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 2-CWS-NJ-19-S0378458-00 | CANCELLED | Jan 7, 2026 | Feb 14, 2026 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR2900000619 | REPLACED | Jan 28, 2025 | Jan 7, 2026 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR2900000619 | CANCELLED | Jan 28, 2025 | Jan 28, 2026 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR2900000619 | CANCELLED | Jul 4, 2024 | Jan 28, 2025 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR2900000619 | CANCELLED | May 22, 2024 | Jul 4, 2024 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR2900000619 | CANCELLED | Jan 28, 2024 | May 22, 2024 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR2900000619 | CANCELLED | Jan 28, 2023 | Jan 28, 2024 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | ACP2900003724 | CANCELLED | Jan 28, 2022 | Jan 28, 2023 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | ACP2900003724 | CANCELLED | Oct 19, 2021 | Jan 28, 2022 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | ACP2900003724 | REPLACED | Apr 18, 2021 | Oct 19, 2021 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | ACP2900003724 | CANCELLED | Jan 28, 2021 | Apr 18, 2021 |
| DRIVE NEW JERSEY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA2660341 | REPLACED | Sep 22, 2020 | Jan 28, 2021 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 2-CWS-NJ-19-S0378458-00 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 2, 2026 | Apr 2, 2026 |
| TERM/CANCL | ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 2-CWS-NJ-19-S0378458-00 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 14, 2026 | Feb 14, 2026 |
| TERM/CANCL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR2900000619 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 28, 2026 | Jan 28, 2026 |
| TERM/REPL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR2900000619 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 7, 2026 | Jan 7, 2026 |
| TERM/REPL | ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 2-CWS-NJ-19-S0378458-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 7, 2026 | Jan 7, 2026 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR2900000619 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 28, 2025 | Jan 28, 2025 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR2900000619 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 4, 2024 | Jul 4, 2024 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR2900000619 | BIPD/Primary | May 22, 2024 | May 22, 2024 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR2900000619 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 28, 2024 | Jan 28, 2024 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | ACP2900003724 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 28, 2023 | Jan 28, 2023 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | ACP2900003724 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 28, 2022 | Jan 28, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | ACP2900003724 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 19, 2021 | Oct 19, 2021 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | ACP2900003724 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 18, 2021 | Apr 18, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | DRIVE NEW JERSEY INSURANCE COMPANY | CA2660341 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 28, 2021 | Jan 28, 2021 |
Authority Action History (11 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1141063 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 6, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 30, 2026 |
| MC1141063 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 20, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 13, 2026 |
| MC1141063 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 2, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 9, 2026 |
| MC1141063 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 2, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 24, 2025 |
| MC1141063 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 7, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 26, 2024 |
| MC1141063 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 25, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 13, 2024 |
| MC1141063 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 2, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 26, 2024 |
| MC1141063 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 3, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 26, 2023 |
| MC1141063 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 3, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 31, 2022 |
| MC1141063 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 22, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 30, 2021 |
| MC1141063 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Sep 30, 2020 | — | Unknown |
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
33 states • 131 inspections
Violation Summary (134 violations from latest 100 of 131 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 8 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 7 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 6 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 5 | 4 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 5 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 4 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 4 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B2-ELDDFC24 | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to certify the record immediately after the final required entry has been made or corrected for the 24 hour period. | 4 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 4 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8K2-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have in possession RODS for the previous seven consecutive days and available for inspection while on duty | 3 | 3 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.9A2-C | Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | 3 | 3 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.22A-D | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22B-DFPWD | Driver - Failed to place warning devices on the road surface | 2 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-ALBV | Air Brake - Any leak from a brake valve | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11B-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSL | Fuel system leak | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45A-BHTIJ | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | 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:390.21TC-MC | 390.21TC-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.24D-ELDPT | HOS (ELD) - On request by an authorized safety official a driver must produce and transfer from an ELD the driver's hours of service records in accordance with t | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22H4-ELDBRODS | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have a supply of blank driver's records of duty status graph-grids sufficient to record the driver's duty status a | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.207A-SAPPCBLM | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.51A-SOUT | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2MI | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.3B1-HOSPDIT | HOS (Property) - Driving after being on duty more than 60 hours in the previous 7 consecutive days at the time of inspection. Time | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EENA | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203A-CBP | Cab/body components defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2T | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104B-C | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLILC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TBTP | Tires - Bias ply - Has more than one ply exposed in the tread area exceeding 2 square inches | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.19 | Hazard warning signal inoperable | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2SLSNC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.104F4/R | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1B | Brakes (general) Explain: | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24D | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.70B1I-CDSLI-MT25 | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | 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 (131 inspections)
Showing 50 of 131
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
6 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (6 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 3, 2026 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | FRANKLIN (TOWNSHIP OF) | IR 71 | ...319509 | LION CARGO INC |
| Jan 25, 2026 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | WEATHERFORD | I-40 WB | ...VS5558 | LION CARGO INC |
| Jan 24, 2026 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE | IS 29 | ...VH1361 | LION CARGO INC |
| Jan 17, 2024 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | MANHEIM TOWNSHIP | ROUTE 0030 W | ...039772 | LION CARGO INC |
| Mar 17, 2023 | SD | TOW | 0 | 0 | Rural | I 90 E | ...NC1719 | LION CARGO INC |
| Jan 7, 2023 | NE | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I-80 | ...gv0138 | LION CARGO INC |
Compliance Timeline
21 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records