- Common (Property) authority is currently revoked as of Sep 30, 2025 · Docket MC1195477.
SOUTHERN AMERICAN FREIGHT LLC
SOUTHERN AMERICAN FREIGHT LLC is a motor carrier based in BRENTWOOD, TN, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 3560214. 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 11 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 25.0%. 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. Most carriers are unrated until they undergo a compliance review — being unrated is not, by itself, a red flag, but it does mean federal investigators have not formally evaluated the carrier's safety management practices. Use the inspection history and BASIC scores below to assess on-road performance.
SOUTHERN AMERICAN FREIGHT LLC is a small fleet, operating 1 power unit and 1 driver, with 3 years on FMCSA's records, based in Brentwood, TN. Across 8 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 25.0% out-of-service rate, with no reportable crashes on file. The carrier currently has no active BIPD/Primary coverage on file, and all filed authority types (common) are currently revoked.
Active filings
Safety Snapshot
8 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, concentrated in CA (7) and NV (1), with Level 2 inspections the most common.
25.0% out-of-service rate; led by Unsafe Driving (64.3% of violations); top code 392.2-SLLUCR (Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued) cited 2 times.
The fleet comprises 1 power unit (small fleet) and 1 driver; Hyundai Translead, Freightliner, and Volvo are the most-inspected makes.
Compliance
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 246,676 ACTIVE carriers operating 1–2 power units (±50% of this carrier's 1 unit fleet).
Authority gaps detected (3)
- Common (Property) authority was inactive from Sep 30, 2025 to Jan 13, 2026 (105 days)
- Common (Property) authority was inactive from Aug 21, 2023 to Aug 1, 2025 (711 days)
- Common (Property) authority was inactive from Jul 18, 2022 to Dec 27, 2022 (162 days)
Historical coverage gaps detected (2)
- No active BIPD/Primary insurance from Jul 11, 2022 to Dec 20, 2022 (162 days)
- No active BIPD/Primary insurance from Aug 11, 2023 to Jul 30, 2025 (719 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California (CA) | 10 | 3 | 30.0% | Apr 26, 2026 |
| Nevada (NV) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Aug 27, 2025 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 6 | |
| Hyundai Translead | 6 | |
| Volvo | 3 | |
| Great Dane | 1 | |
| Volk | 1 |
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
SMS data not available
FMCSA's Safety Measurement System has not published per-BASIC scores for this carrier yet. This typically means the carrier doesn't meet minimum exposure thresholds (inspections/power units), or their SMS snapshot hasn't been ingested.
Recent Inspections (11 rows) View all 11 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87695216 | Apr 26, 2026 | CA | 3 | N/B I-5 AT CASTAIC IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 2-SLLTCD, 2-SLLDL | No |
| 87630831 | Apr 19, 2026 | CA | 1 | CHOWCHILLA RIVER IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 3A1-STLT | Yes |
| 87629036 | Apr 19, 2026 | CA | 1 | CHOWCHILLA RIVER IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 85945271 | Sep 30, 2025 | CA | 2 | CASTAIC IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 392.9BA-INACTIVE, 392.2-SLLSOA | Yes |
| 85844991 | Sep 18, 2025 | CA | 2 | 2105 WARDROBE AVE |
VOLV TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 85817267 | Sep 15, 2025 | CA | 1 | GRAPEVINE IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 396.3A1-ALATR | No |
| 85751928 | Sep 10, 2025 | CA | 2 | SAN ONOFRE IF |
VOLK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 85687404 | Aug 28, 2025 | CA | 1 | ca-w/b-livermore-platform-scale |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 85637721 | Aug 28, 2025 | CA | 1 | ca-fresno,-ca |
VOLV TRUCK TRACTOR
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9 | 396.3A1-BOS, 392.2-SLLSR, 395.22G-ELDMFV | Yes |
| 86041602 | Aug 27, 2025 | NV | 2 | NV |
TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLL | No |
| 85600207 | Aug 23, 2025 | CA | 2 | GRAPEVINE IF |
VOLV TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLUCR | No |
Authority Records (2 dockets)
Revocations & Inactive Status
Authority actions other than active status — revocations, voluntary surrenders, and dormant dockets.
| Date | Docket | Authority | Status | Applied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2025 | MC1195477 | Common (Property) | REVOKED | — |
MC Certificate Documents (5 PDFs)
Operating-authority certificates and decision notices filed with FMCSA. Each PDF is the original 2-page daily record. Click a row to view or download.
| Date | Docket | Action | Authority | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 13, 2026 | MC1195477-C | REI | REINSTATEMENT | View PDF → |
| Sep 30, 2025 | MC1195477-C | VOL | REVOCATION | View PDF → |
| Aug 1, 2025 | MC1195477-C | REI | REINSTATEMENT | View PDF → |
| Dec 27, 2022 | MC1195477-C | REI | REINSTATEMENT | View PDF → |
| Jan 20, 2022 | MC1195477-C | CPL | REVOCATION | View PDF → |
Insurance Coverage Timeline (10 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GEICO GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 9300186860 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 30, 2025 | On file | ACTIVE |
| GEICO GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 9300186860 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 30, 2025 | On file | ACTIVE |
| Coverage gap — 719 days without BIPD/Primary coverage from Aug 11, 2023 to Jul 30, 2025 | |||||
| AMTRUST INSURANCE COMPANY | KMC1065595 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 20, 2022 | Apr 14, 2023 | CANCELLED |
| AMTRUST INSURANCE COMPANY | KMC1065595 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 20, 2022 | Aug 11, 2023 | CANCELLED |
| AMTRUST INSURANCE COMPANY | KMC1065595 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 20, 2022 | Dec 20, 2022 | REPLACED |
| AMTRUST INSURANCE COMPANY | KMC1065595 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 20, 2022 | Jul 11, 2023 | CANCELLED |
| AMTRUST INSURANCE COMPANY | KMC1065595 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 20, 2022 | Dec 20, 2022 | REPLACED |
| Coverage gap — 162 days without BIPD/Primary coverage from Jul 11, 2022 to Dec 20, 2022 | |||||
| EVERSPAN INDEMNITY INSURANCE COMPANY | CW1EII-712370-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 5, 2022 | Jul 11, 2022 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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May 14, 2026insuranceTERM/CANCL — GEICO MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jan 13, 2026
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Sep 30, 2025
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Sep 30, 2025authority gapCommon (Property) authority inactive: 105 days (through Jan 13, 2026)
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Aug 21, 2023
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Aug 21, 2023authorityAuthority revoked — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
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Aug 21, 2023authority gapCommon (Property) authority inactive: 711 days (through Aug 1, 2025)
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Aug 11, 2023insuranceCANCEL — AMTRUST INSURANCE COMPANY
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Aug 11, 2023insurance gapCoverage gap: 719 days without BIPD/Primary insurance (through Jul 30, 2025)
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Jul 11, 2023insuranceTERM/CANCL — AMTRUST INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jun 21, 2023
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Apr 14, 2023insuranceTERM/CANCL — AMTRUST INSURANCE COMPANY
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Dec 27, 2022oosOut-of-service order — New Entrant Revoked - Refusal of Audit/No Contact
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Dec 20, 2022insuranceTERM/REPL — AMTRUST INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jul 18, 2022
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Jul 18, 2022authorityAuthority revoked — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
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Jul 18, 2022authority gapCommon (Property) authority inactive: 162 days (through Dec 27, 2022)
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Jul 11, 2022insuranceCANCEL — EVERSPAN INDEMNITY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jul 11, 2022insurance gapCoverage gap: 162 days without BIPD/Primary insurance (through Dec 20, 2022)
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHOWCHILLA RIVER IF | CA | 2 | 1 |
| GRAPEVINE IF | CA | 2 | 0 |
| 2105 WARDROBE AVE | CA | 1 | 0 |
| CASTAIC IF | CA | 1 | 1 |
| N/B I-5 AT CASTAIC IF | CA | 1 | 0 |
| SAN ONOFRE IF | CA | 1 | 0 |
| NV | NV | 1 | 0 |
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Docket MC1195477
Common (Property) · REVOKED · MC
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GEICO GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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AMTRUST INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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EVERSPAN INDEMNITY INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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How to verify SOUTHERN AMERICAN FREIGHT LLC
- 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.
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- 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.
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