- No active BIPD/Primary insurance on file — uninsured for 46 days (since Apr 1, 2026). A carrier without active primary liability coverage cannot legally operate.
BLACK PANTHER INC
BLACK PANTHER INC is a motor carrier based in ELK GROVE, CA, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 3578912. 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 3 power units and 3 drivers, with 25 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 8.3%. 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.
BLACK PANTHER INC is a small fleet, operating 3 power units and 3 drivers, based in Elk Grove, CA. Across 14 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 7.1% out-of-service rate, with no reportable crashes on file. The carrier currently has no active BIPD/Primary coverage on file, and operating authority is active for common.
Active filings
Safety Snapshot
14 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 27% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in CA (12) and OR (1), with Level 3 inspections the most common.
7.1% out-of-service rate; led by Hours of Service (45.2% of violations); top code 395.8D5-HOSF (395.8D5-HOSF) cited 8 times.
The fleet comprises 3 power units (small fleet) and 3 drivers; Freightliner, Wabash National, and Great Dane 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 338,685 ACTIVE carriers operating 2–5 power units (±50% of this carrier's 3 unit fleet).
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) | 12 | 1 | 8.3% | Mar 19, 2026 |
| Arizona (AZ) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Sep 2, 2024 |
| Oregon (OR) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Jul 26, 2025 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 25 | |
| Wabash National | 12 | |
| Great Dane | 7 | |
| Hyundai Translead | 3 | |
| Vanguard | 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 (25 rows) View all 25 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87375148 | Mar 19, 2026 | CA | 2 | COTTONWOOD IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87374741 | Mar 19, 2026 | CA | 1 | GRAPEVINE IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 392.2-SLLSR, 393.60C, 392.2-SLLSOA | No |
| 87374730 | Mar 18, 2026 | CA | 2 | DUNSMUIR GRADE IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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11 | 395.8A1-HOSP, 395.8D5-HOSF, 395.8E-HOSPD | Yes |
| 87325810 | Mar 17, 2026 | CA | 3 | COTTONWOOD IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 87277279 | Mar 9, 2026 | CA | 1 | CACHE CREEK |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32, 393.9A-LHLI, 393.47D2-BLTBD | No |
| 85327882 | Jul 26, 2025 | OR | 3 | WOODBURN OR |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLL | No |
| 85063619 | Jun 19, 2025 | CA | 3 | COTTONWOOD IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLEWA1 | No |
| 84941229 | Jun 11, 2025 | CA | 2 | FRENCH SOF FLORIN |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 393.205C-WR, 395.30B1-ELDDFR, 392.2-SLL | No |
| 84905824 | Jun 6, 2025 | CA | 3 | AUBURN AREA |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLLR | No |
| 85210986 | May 28, 2025 | CA | 5 | 7080 FLORIN PERKINS ROAD |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 84647227 | May 8, 2025 | CA | 1 | CACHE CREEK SCALE |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 83347794 | Dec 8, 2024 | CA | 1 | NEEDLES AREA |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 395.8D5-HOSF, 393.47A-BCLMBD | No |
| 82605086 | Sep 2, 2024 | AZ | 2 | SALOME AZ |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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6 | 393.11(a)(1), 395.8(e)(1), 393.45(b)(2) | No |
| 82230211 | Jul 25, 2024 | CA | 3 | DONNER PASS IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 81273607 | Mar 28, 2024 | CA | 2 | CORDELIA CVEF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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5 | 395.8(e)(1), 392.2, 390.21T(b) | Yes |
| 81201959 | Mar 19, 2024 | CA | 1 | GRAPEVINE IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 392.2 | No |
| 81110689 | Mar 13, 2024 | CA | 3 | COTTONWOOD IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2 | No |
| 81064967 | Mar 6, 2024 | OR | 3 | or-ashland-poe---3.5-mi-n-ashland |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 395.8(e)(1) | No |
| 80971670 | Feb 12, 2024 | CA | 1 | DUNSMUIR GRADE IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 80769424 | Feb 2, 2024 | OR | 3 | KLAMATH FALLS POE |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 395.8 | No |
| 80710787 | Jan 28, 2024 | CA | 1 | COTTONWOOD IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
1 | 393.9(a) | No |
| 80697889 | Jan 25, 2024 | CA | 2 | GRAPEVINE IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 80453999 | Dec 20, 2023 | CA | 3 | CASTAIC IF |
FRHT STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
0 | — | No |
| 80099307 | Nov 3, 2023 | CA | 1 | CASTAIC IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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6 | 392.2, 393.55(e), 396.3(a)(1) | Yes |
| 78881820 | Jun 12, 2023 | AZ | 3 | EHRENBERG PORT OF ENTRY |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
Recent Crashes (1 row)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OR2022400144 | Sep 21, 2022 | OR | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
Authority Records (1 docket)
MC Certificate Documents (2 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 9, 2023 | MC1208195-C | REI | REINSTATEMENT | View PDF → |
| Aug 26, 2021 | MC1208195-C | CPL | REVOCATION | View PDF → |
Insurance Coverage Timeline (6 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA81004566 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2025 | Apr 1, 2026 | CANCELLED |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA81004566 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2025 | Aug 1, 2025 | REPLACED |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA81004566 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2025 | Aug 28, 2025 | CANCELLED |
| SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TMA71006809 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2024 | Apr 1, 2025 | CANCELLED |
| INDEMNITY INSURANCE CO. OF NORTH AMERICA | MMTH25549090 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 17, 2023 | Apr 1, 2024 | CANCELLED |
| INDEMNITY INSURANCE CO. OF NORTH AMERICA | MMT H25549090 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 17, 2021 | Apr 20, 2023 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Apr 1, 2026
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Apr 1, 2026insuranceCANCEL — SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Aug 28, 2025insuranceTERM/CANCL — SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Aug 4, 2025
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Aug 1, 2025insuranceTERM/REPL — SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Apr 1, 2025
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Apr 1, 2025insuranceCANCEL — SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Apr 1, 2024
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Apr 1, 2024insuranceCANCEL — INDEMNITY INSURANCE CO. OF NORTH AMERICA
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May 9, 2023
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Apr 26, 2023
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Apr 26, 2023authorityAuthority revoked — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
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Apr 20, 2023insuranceCANCEL — INDEMNITY INSURANCE CO. OF NORTH AMERICA
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| COTTONWOOD IF | CA | 5 | 0 |
| GRAPEVINE IF | CA | 3 | 0 |
| CASTAIC IF | CA | 2 | 1 |
| DUNSMUIR GRADE IF | CA | 2 | 1 |
| EHRENBERG PORT OF ENTRY | AZ | 1 | 0 |
| SALOME AZ | AZ | 1 | 0 |
| 7080 FLORIN PERKINS ROAD | CA | 1 | 0 |
| AUBURN AREA | CA | 1 | 0 |
| CACHE CREEK | CA | 1 | 0 |
| CACHE CREEK SCALE | CA | 1 | 0 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 7 | 1 |
| 395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | Hours of Service | 3 | 1 |
| 393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.95(a)(4) | 393.95(a)(4) | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | Hours of Service | 1 | 0 |
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INDEMNITY INSURANCE CO. OF NORTH AMERICA
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How to verify BLACK PANTHER INC
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- 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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