SAM SON EXPRESS INC
USDOT 3480105 • 6342 E ROBINSON AVE, FRESNO, CA, 93727
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 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-1141854 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Nov 20, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASCOT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASC-2661028-00 | ON FILE | Sep 22, 2025 | Sep 22, 2025 |
Insurance History (8 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ASCOT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASC-2661028-00 | CANCELLED | Sep 22, 2025 | Nov 19, 2025 |
| ASCOT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | ASC-2661028-00 | CANCELLED | Sep 22, 2025 | Nov 12, 2025 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT2055844354 | CANCELLED | Sep 20, 2024 | Sep 20, 2025 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CT2055844354 | REPLACED | Sep 20, 2023 | Sep 20, 2024 |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TMA22100558 | CANCELLED | Aug 31, 2023 | Sep 20, 2023 |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TMA22100558 | CANCELLED | Sep 20, 2022 | Aug 31, 2023 |
| UNITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GWP73028 00 | REPLACED | Sep 17, 2021 | Sep 20, 2022 |
| A-ONE COMMERCIAL INSURANCE RRG, INC | BIPD/Primary | A-ONE2020-3212 | CANCELLED | Sep 17, 2020 | Sep 17, 2021 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | ASCOT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASC-2661028-00 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 19, 2025 | Nov 19, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | ASCOT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASC-2661028-00 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 12, 2025 | Nov 12, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | ASCOT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | ASC-2661028-00 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 22, 2025 | Sep 22, 2025 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT2055844354 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2025 | Sep 20, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT2055844354 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2024 | Sep 20, 2024 |
| CANCEL | SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA22100558 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2023 | Sep 20, 2023 |
| CANCEL | SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA22100558 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 31, 2023 | Aug 31, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | GWP73028 00 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2022 | Sep 20, 2022 |
| CANCEL | A-ONE COMMERCIAL INSURANCE RRG, INC | A-ONE2020-3212 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 17, 2021 | Sep 17, 2021 |
Authority Action History (6 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1141854 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 23, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 20, 2025 |
| MC1141854 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 25, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 26, 2025 |
| MC1141854 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 31, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 22, 2023 |
| MC1141854 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 4, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 7, 2023 |
| MC1141854 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 23, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 20, 2021 |
| MC1141854 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Sep 24, 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
12 states • 33 inspections
Violation Summary (80 violations from 33 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 14 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 11 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.30(b)(1) | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 6 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLMF | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(g) | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43B-BATV | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLDL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E | False record of duty status | 1 | 1 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 1 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.30-B | Battery improperly secured | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.19 | Hazard warning signal inoperable | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a)(4) | 393.95(a)(4) | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.91(a) | No CDL endorsement | 1 | 0 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| 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:395.34(a)(1) | Failing to note malfunction that requires use of paper log | 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:392.71A-D | Driver - Using or equipping a CMV with a radar detector | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.41A-MCPC | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.201(a) | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(b) | Frame cracked/broken/sagging | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | 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 (33 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 12, 2025 | MA | TOW | 0 | 0 | WALTHAM | RTE 95 SB MM 44.2 | ...236672 | SAM SON EXPRESS INC |
| Dec 22, 2022 | WY | TOW | 0 | 0 | WAMSUTTER | I-80 MP 162.80 | ...JW7153 | SAM SON EXPRESS INC |
Compliance Timeline
12 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records