RAFAEL ALVAREZ CHAVEZ
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Book with caution — review signals below
No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking.
- OOS rate worse than size peers Driver and/or vehicle out-of-service rate is above the peer median.
- 1 active operating authority
- BOC-3 process agent on file Carrier Details →
Plain-text risk summary (print / paste)
TruckCodex risk summary — RAFAEL ALVAREZ CHAVEZ (USDOT 3779168) Verdict: CAUTION Book with caution — review signals below No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking. Authority / census status: Active Officer(s): RAFAEL ALVAREZ CHAVEZ (Company officer) Blockers: (none) Cautions: • OOS rate worse than size peers — Driver and/or vehicle out-of-service rate is above the peer median. On file: • 1 active operating authority • BOC-3 process agent on file — Carrier Source: https://truckcodex.com/usdot/3779168/ As of: Jul 18, 2026 Always confirm on FMCSA SAFER and L&I before tendering — TruckCodex mirrors public filings and can lag by up to a day.
TruckCodex · compliance grade
Compliance grade B
Composite of 3/5 scored components (mean 72/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
B
confidence 60% · 3/5 signals
Compliance grade B
Composite of 3/5 scored components (mean 72/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
Active census status with no OOS order or revoked authority on file.
Insurance/BIPD signal not resolved for this carrier.
NR reason: No active policies and no uninsured flag to score against.
Driver OOS 3.2% vs peer median 0% (worse). Vehicle OOS 25% vs peer median 0% (worse). n=281701 same-size ACTIVE peers.
FMCSA has not assigned this carrier a formal safety rating. We do not invent one.
NR reason: No published FMCSA safety_rating.
No BMC-91 insurance-lapse watch classification on file for this USDOT.
TruckCodex compliance grade from authority, BIPD, peer OOS, FMCSA safety rating, and insurance-watch signals. Not legal advice. See methodology. Booking triage on this page: Caution.
No active policies on file.
Company profile
Fleet details (MCS-150)
| Vehicle type | Owned | Term leased | Trip leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck tractors | 0 | 2 | 0 |
Self-reported on the carrier’s Form MCS-150 (FMCSA Company Census).
Inspections (24 months)
All 215 inspections →| Driver | Vehicle | Hazmat | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspections | 175 | 175 | 9 |
| OOS inspections | 7 | 44 | 7 |
| OOS percentage | 4% | 25.14% | 77.78% |
| National average | 6.67% | 22.26% | 4.44% |
Roadside inspections in the last 24 months. National averages are FMCSA MCSAP reference rates (driver ~6.7%, vehicle ~23.4%, hazmat ~4.4%).
Carrier analysis & narrative context SEO summary, status notes, AI overview, and safety profiles
RAFAEL ALVAREZ CHAVEZ is a motor carrier based in MATAMOROS, TA, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 3779168. 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 2 power units and 2 drivers, with 215 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. Use the inspection history and BASIC scores below to assess on-road performance.
RAFAEL ALVAREZ CHAVEZ is a small fleet, operating 2 power units and 2 drivers, based in Matamoros, TA. Across 150 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 27.3% out-of-service rate, with no reportable crashes on file. Operating authority is active for for hire.
150 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 317% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in TX (102) and US (48), with Level 2 inspections the most common.
27.3% out-of-service rate; led by Vehicle Maintenance (73.3% of violations); top code 391.11B2-Z (Border Zone - Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001.) cited 73 times.
The fleet comprises 2 power units (small fleet) and 2 drivers; Kenworth, International, and Inte are the most-inspected makes.
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 281,701 ACTIVE carriers operating 1–3 power units (±50% of this carrier's 2 unit fleet).
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Kenworth | 66 | |
| International | 63 | |
| Inte | 21 | |
| Utility | 19 | |
| Kenw | 14 | |
| Volvo | 14 | |
| Freightliner | 13 |
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
| BASIC | Inspections | Serious | Measure | Percentile | Alert | As Of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver Fitness | 89 | — | 2.14 | 2 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Controlled Substances / Alcohol | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Hours of Service | 1 | — | 0.04 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Unsafe Driving | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 147 | — | 6.39 | 6 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
Higher percentiles indicate worse performance relative to peer carriers. Carriers at or above the FMCSA intervention threshold are marked ALERT.
Recent Inspections (215 rows) View all 215 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88287512 | Jun 29, 2026 | TX | 2 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 391.11B2-Q | No |
| 88277377 | Jun 27, 2026 | TX | 2 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 396.3A1, 393.95F, 393.67 | Yes |
| 88133341 | Jun 10, 2026 | TX | 1 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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6 | 395.8A-NON-ELD, 393.67, 393.9TS | Yes |
| 88133271 | Jun 10, 2026 | TX | 2 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 393.75A3, 393.78, 393.95A | Yes |
| 88132218 | Jun 10, 2026 | TX | 2 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 88120897 | Jun 9, 2026 | TX | 1 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 393.67 | No |
| 88090852 | Jun 8, 2026 | TX | 1 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 393.78 | No |
| 88056460 | Jun 4, 2026 | TX | 2 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 393.65F, 391.11B2-Z | No |
| 88023677 | Jun 1, 2026 | TX | 2 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87979052 | May 28, 2026 | US | 1 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 387.7F | No |
| 87985381 | May 27, 2026 | TX | 2 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 393.95A | No |
| 87985194 | May 26, 2026 | TX | 2 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 393.78, 393.95A, 393.95F | No |
| 87929205 | May 20, 2026 | TX | 1 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87904166 | May 18, 2026 | TX | 1 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 393.65F, 393.95A, 393.67 | No |
| 87869478 | May 14, 2026 | TX | 2 | — |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 391.11B2-Z | No |
| 87853898 | May 12, 2026 | TX | 1 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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7 | 396.3A1BOS, 393.45B2UV, 393.47B | Yes |
| 87788904 | May 5, 2026 | TX | 2 | — |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 393.9, 393.75C, 393.75A1 | Yes |
| 87766711 | May 4, 2026 | TX | 1 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 393.75A, 393.67, 393.45DLUV | Yes |
| 87735692 | May 1, 2026 | US | 3 | LOS INDIOS TX |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 11B2-Z | No |
| 87728097 | Apr 28, 2026 | TX | 2 | CAMINO REAL POE |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 11, 95A | No |
| 87714507 | Apr 28, 2026 | TX | 1 | CAMINO REAL POE |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 87713987 | Apr 28, 2026 | TX | 1 | CAMINO REAL POE |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 95A, 45DCUV, 11B2-Z | No |
| 87675864 | Apr 22, 2026 | TX | 1 | INDIOS POE |
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
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7 | 41APC, 23A2, 3A1BOS | Yes |
| 87634904 | Apr 21, 2026 | US | 1 | LOS INDIOS TX |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 53B-B, 47E, 11B2-Z | No |
| 87634896 | Apr 21, 2026 | US | 1 | LOS INDIOS TX |
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
Authority Records (1 docket)
Insurance Coverage Timeline (4 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Limit | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY | SC23121281 | BIPD/Primary | — | Dec 23, 2023 | Dec 23, 2024 | CANCELLED |
| PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY | SC22121449 | BIPD/Primary | — | Oct 3, 2023 | Dec 23, 2023 | REPLACED |
| PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY | SC22121449 | BIPD/Primary | — | Mar 20, 2023 | Oct 3, 2023 | CANCELLED |
| PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY | SC22121449 | BIPD/Primary | — | Dec 23, 2022 | Mar 20, 2023 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Dec 23, 2024insuranceCANCEL — PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY
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Dec 23, 2023insuranceTERM/REPL — PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY
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Oct 3, 2023insuranceCANCEL — PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY
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Mar 20, 2023insuranceCANCEL — PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY
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Dec 17, 2021
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| CAMINO REAL POE | TX | 90 | 30 |
| EAGLE PASS TX | US | 34 | 9 |
| INDIOS POE | TX | 17 | 3 |
| LOS INDIOS TX | US | 12 | 2 |
| 0V TX480 LOOP | TX | 5 | 1 |
| PROGRESO TX | US | 5 | 3 |
| EAGLE PASSTX | US | 4 | 1 |
| CAMINO REAL PORT OF | TX | 3 | 1 |
| FM 509 | TX | 3 | 0 |
| EAGLE PASS POE | TX | 2 | 1 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 393.78 | Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers. | Vehicle Maintenance | 43 | 0 |
| 393.67 | Fuel tank requirement violations | Vehicle Maintenance | 32 | 2 |
| 393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 17 | 5 |
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Vehicle Maintenance | 14 | 0 |
| 393.11 | No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required | Vehicle Maintenance | 9 | 0 |
| 393.45(d) | Brake connections with leaks or constrictions | Vehicle Maintenance | 7 | 0 |
| 396.3(a)(1) | Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | Vehicle Maintenance | 7 | 0 |
| 107.601 | Failing to register with PHMSA prior to transporting hazardous materials requiring HM registration. | Unknown | 4 | 0 |
| 393.45 | Brake tubing and hose adequacy | Vehicle Maintenance | 4 | 3 |
| 392.9(a)(2) | Failing to secure vehicle equipment | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 3 |
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How to verify RAFAEL ALVAREZ CHAVEZ
- 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.
- Check active operating authority and insurance status. Confirm the Authority Records show at least one ACTIVE docket for the type of operation you're booking, and that the Active Insurance card lists a current BIPD/Primary policy. A revoked authority or uninsured carrier cannot legally operate.
- 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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