UNIVERSE TRANSPORT LLC
USDOT 3616727 • 12955 BUGAMBILIA DR, SAN ELIZARIO, TX, 79849
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-1233910 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Mar 13, 2026 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | BIPD/Primary | CA989474956 | ON FILE | Dec 15, 2025 | Dec 26, 2025 |
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | DC920001119-00 | ACTIVE | Nov 19, 2025 | Apr 8, 2026 |
Insurance History (13 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | BIPD/Primary | CA989474956 | REPLACED | Dec 15, 2025 | Nov 19, 2025 |
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | DC920001119-00 | REPLACED | Nov 19, 2025 | Mar 12, 2026 |
| PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | BIPD/Primary | CA989474956 | CANCELLED | Nov 17, 2024 | Dec 15, 2025 |
| PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | BIPD/Primary | CA989474956 | REPLACED | Nov 17, 2024 | Nov 19, 2025 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS128805 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2024 | Nov 17, 2024 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS128805 | CANCELLED | Nov 17, 2023 | Feb 21, 2024 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS128805 | REPLACED | Nov 17, 2023 | Jan 25, 2024 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS124994 | CANCELLED | Nov 17, 2022 | Nov 17, 2023 |
| PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | BIPD/Primary | CA03810575 | CANCELLED | Oct 18, 2021 | Dec 20, 2022 |
| PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | BIPD/Primary | CA03810575 | REPLACED | Oct 18, 2021 | Nov 17, 2022 |
| PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | BIPD/Primary | CA03810575 | REPLACED | Aug 31, 2021 | Oct 18, 2021 |
| PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | BIPD/Primary | CA03810575 | REPLACED | Aug 3, 2021 | Aug 31, 2021 |
| PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | BIPD/Primary | CA03810575 | REPLACED | Jun 17, 2021 | Aug 3, 2021 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | DC920001119-00 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2026 | Apr 8, 2026 |
| TERM/REPL | HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | DC920001119-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 12, 2026 | Mar 12, 2026 |
| TERM/CANCL | PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | CA989474956 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 26, 2025 | Dec 26, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | CA989474956 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 15, 2025 | Dec 15, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | CA989474956 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 19, 2025 | Nov 19, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | CA989474956 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 19, 2025 | Nov 19, 2025 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS128805 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 17, 2024 | Nov 17, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS128805 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 21, 2024 | Feb 21, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS128805 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2024 | Jan 25, 2024 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS124994 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 17, 2023 | Nov 17, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | CA03810575 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 20, 2022 | Dec 20, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | CA03810575 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 17, 2022 | Nov 17, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | CA03810575 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 18, 2021 | Oct 18, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | CA03810575 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 31, 2021 | Aug 31, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | CA03810575 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 3, 2021 | Aug 3, 2021 |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1233910 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 12, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 13, 2026 |
| MC1233910 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 21, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 18, 2024 |
| MC1233910 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 25, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 26, 2024 |
| MC1233910 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 23, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 17, 2023 |
| MC1233910 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 23, 2021 | — | Unknown |
Out-of-Service Orders (1)
| OOS Date | Reason | Status | Rescinded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10, 2021 | New Entrant Revoked - Refusal of Audit/No Contact | ACTIVE | Sep 10, 2021 |
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
15 states • 71 inspections
Violation Summary (127 violations from 71 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.8 | Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner) | 5 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 4 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | 4 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 4 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 4 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 3 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 3 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A3-HOSPRNP | Driving beyond 11 hour driving limit in a 14-hour period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75C | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22G | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8E | False record of duty status | 2 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2IRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2C | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 2 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | 2 | 1 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.43(d) | Brake - relay emergency valve | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A1-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A3II | Driving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty off duty or sleeper period of at least 30 minutes | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-PROPN | Driving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(ii) | Driving after 60/70-hour limit | 2 | 0 | 8 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.60E | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III-ELDSDN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify shipping document number. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:177.834A-HMC | General loading/unloading hazmat | 1 | 1 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.2-DMOVE | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104B-C | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24D | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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:393.75A2 | Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BRMMC | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.60A | Unauthorized passenger on board CMV | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.130C-CHVE | Cargo securement - heavy equipment | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.43 | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43DBMA | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPDOOS | False record of duty status | 1 | 1 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.70D-CDTSDD | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2SLSNC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPRNP | Driving beyond 14 hour duty period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75A | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.9A1 | Failing to secure cargo as specified in 49 CFR 393.100 through 393.142 | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:177.834A | General loading/unloading hazmat | 1 | 1 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.9A | Operating without proper operating authority | 1 | 1 | 8 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(1) | Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(2) | Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 1 | 1 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.9(d)(2) | Failure to correct defects noted on previous inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(g) | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(i) | 395.3(a)(3)(i) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A3-PROPN | Driving beyond 11 hour driving limit in a 14 hour period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.100(a) | Cargo securement - general failure | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205(c) | Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21(a) | Vehicle marking requirements | 1 | 0 | 3 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
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 (71 inspections)
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Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Compliance Timeline
18 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records