J & SONS TRANSPORT SERVICES INC
USDOT 3739087 • 220 WILLOW ST, BRIDGEPORT, CT, 06610
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals4 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-1322881 | REVOKED | Oct 6, 2025 | Oct 6, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | K2GP633756 | ON FILE | Sep 29, 2025 | Nov 16, 2025 |
Insurance History (10 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | K2GP633756 | CANCELLED | Jun 16, 2025 | Sep 29, 2025 |
| AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | K2GP530423 | REPLACED | May 18, 2025 | Jun 16, 2025 |
| AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | K2GP530423 | CANCELLED | Apr 8, 2025 | May 18, 2025 |
| AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | K2GP530423 | CANCELLED | Jun 16, 2024 | Apr 8, 2025 |
| AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | K2GP425251 | CANCELLED | Jun 16, 2023 | Jun 16, 2024 |
| AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | K2GP320256 | REPLACED | Sep 19, 2022 | Jun 16, 2023 |
| AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | K2GP320256 | CANCELLED | Jun 16, 2022 | Oct 17, 2022 |
| AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | K2GP320256 | REPLACED | Jun 16, 2022 | Sep 19, 2022 |
| PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA955350849 | CANCELLED | Jan 15, 2022 | Jul 22, 2022 |
| PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA955350849 | REPLACED | Jan 15, 2022 | Jun 16, 2022 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | K2GP633756 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 16, 2025 | Nov 16, 2025 |
| CANCEL | AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | K2GP633756 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 29, 2025 | Sep 29, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | K2GP530423 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 16, 2025 | Jun 16, 2025 |
| CANCEL | AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | K2GP530423 | BIPD/Primary | May 18, 2025 | May 18, 2025 |
| CANCEL | AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | K2GP530423 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 8, 2025 | Apr 8, 2025 |
| CANCEL | AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | K2GP425251 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 16, 2024 | Jun 16, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | K2GP320256 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 16, 2023 | Jun 16, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | K2GP320256 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 17, 2022 | Oct 17, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | K2GP320256 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 19, 2022 | Sep 19, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CA955350849 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 22, 2022 | Jul 22, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CA955350849 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 16, 2022 | Jun 16, 2022 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-1322881 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1322881 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 21, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 20, 2025 |
| MC1322881 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 12, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 10, 2025 |
| MC1322881 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 20, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 17, 2024 |
| MC1322881 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 4, 2022 | REVOKED | Oct 6, 2025 |
Out-of-Service Orders (2)
| OOS Date | Reason | Status | Rescinded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2023 | New Entrant Revoked - Failure of Safety Audit | ACTIVE | Jan 4, 2024 |
| Mar 7, 2023 | New Entrant Revoked - Refusal of Audit/No Contact | ACTIVE | Apr 10, 2023 |
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
6 states • 9 inspections
Violation Summary (72 violations from 9 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 13 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 7 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43(d) | Brake - relay emergency valve | 5 | 5 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 5 | 5 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 3 | 3 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.9(d)(2) | Failure to correct defects noted on previous inspection report | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 2 | 2 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.207(a) | Suspension defective | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.4(a) | Use of drugs | 2 | 2 | 10 | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.43D-B | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | 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:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41APC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.95(a)(1) | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51(a) | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 0 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:390.21T(c) | 390.21T(c) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b)(2) | 390.21T(b)(2) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.15(a) | Driving while disqualified | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.205(c) | Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.128 | Cargo securement - roll-on/roll-off containers | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201(a) | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(4) | No valid medical certificate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.41(a)(1) | 391.41(a)(1) | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:390.21(c) | 390.21(c) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
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 (9 inspections)
| Date | Report # | Station | State | Level | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 22, 2025 | 85617144 | PORT DEPOSIT MD | MD | Level 2 | RAM STRAIGHT TRUCK | 6 | 383.23A2-LCDLN, 393.43D-B, 392.2-SLLIFTA | Yes |
| Oct 11, 2024 | 82898087 | NEWARK DE | DE | Level 1 | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 6 | 393.95(a)(1), 393.43(d), 396.3(a)(1) | Yes |
| Oct 10, 2024 | 82875964 | FAIR PLAY SC | SC | Level 3 | KAUFMAN SEMI-TRAILER | 5 | 392.2, 395.8(a)(1), 383.51(a) | Yes |
| Sep 14, 2024 | 82663951 | NEWARK DE | DE | Level 1 | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 11 | 393.43(d), 392.2, 396.3(a)(1) | Yes |
| Aug 1, 2024 | 82272412 | MIDDLETOWN SCALE | CT | Level 1 | DODG STRAIGHT TRUCK | 13 | 392.2, 393.43(d), 393.207(a) | Yes |
| May 7, 2024 | 81541773 | BALTIMORE CITY | MD | Level 1 | DODG STRAIGHT TRUCK | 6 | 393.9(a), 393.11, 392.2 | Yes |
| Sep 18, 2023 | 79695058 | I-85 NB ROADSIDE | SC | Level 2 | OTHR SEMI-TRAILER | 4 | 393.9(a), 392.4(a) | Yes |
| Aug 2, 2023 | 79373123 | TWO LANE RURAL ROAD | GA | Level 1 | DODG STRAIGHT TRUCK | 9 | 396.3(a)(1), 395.8(a)(1), 383.23(a)(2) | Yes |
| Jun 26, 2023 | 79015210 | ALBERTA SCALES SOUTH | VA | Level 2 | GREAT DANE SEMI-TRAILER | 12 | 392.2, 396.17(c), 391.11(b)(4) | Yes |
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Compliance Timeline
16 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records