HOUSTON SPACE TRANSPORT LLC
USDOT 3861942 • 12402 CARDIFF RD, HOUSTON, TX, 77037
ACTIVEMotor Carrier
Authority:1 revoked
Insurance:1 current
BOC-3:On file
Safety Rating:Not rated
MCS-150:Never updated
OOS Orders:None
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
USDOT
3,861,942
Status
ACTIVE
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
Business Type
Motor Carrier
State
Phone
8323501408
Email
Power Units (MCS-150)
5
Drivers (MCS-150)
2
MCS-150 Mileage
1
BOC-3 Agent
Physical Address
12402 CARDIFF RD, HOUSTON, TX, 77037
Contact
Phone: 8323501408
Email: [email protected]
Risk Signals3 flagged
MEDIUM
Elevated vehicle OOS rate: 80.0%
National average is 23.4%. This carrier's vehicle OOS rate is 56.6 percentage points above average.
MEDIUM
Elevated driver OOS rate: 65.0%
National average is 6.7%. This carrier's driver OOS rate is 58.3 percentage points above average.
HIGH
All operating authorities revoked or inactive
This entity has 1 revoked/inactive authority filing and no active authority.
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Active Authority
0
Revoked / Inactive
1
Authority Types
1
Insurance Policies
1 active
Latest: Mar 6, 2023
BOC-3 Filing
On file
Operating Authority
fmcsa-authhistApr 5, 2026
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-1494874 | REVOKED | Nov 6, 2023 | Nov 6, 2023 |
Active Insurance (1)
fmcsa-insurApr 5, 2026
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSCW3428618-00 | ON FILE | Mar 6, 2023 | Sep 27, 2023 |
Insurance History (7 canceled/expired)
fmcsa-inshist-allwithhistory
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSCW3428618-00 | CANCELLED | Mar 6, 2023 | Jul 1, 2023 |
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSCW3428618-00 | CANCELLED | Mar 6, 2023 | Oct 27, 2023 |
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSCW3428618-00 | REPLACED | Mar 6, 2023 | Mar 6, 2023 |
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KSCW3428618-00 | REPLACED | Mar 6, 2023 | Mar 6, 2023 |
| PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | BIPD/Primary | CA958770548 | REPLACED | Feb 6, 2023 | Mar 6, 2023 |
| PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | BIPD/Primary | CA958770548 | CANCELLED | Feb 6, 2023 | Apr 6, 2023 |
| PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | BIPD/Primary | CA958770548 | REPLACED | Jan 3, 2023 | Feb 6, 2023 |
Insurance Events Timeline
fmcsa-insur-hist
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSCW3428618-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 27, 2023 | Oct 27, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSCW3428618-00 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 27, 2023 | Sep 27, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSCW3428618-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2023 | Jul 1, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | CA958770548 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 6, 2023 | Apr 6, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSCW3428618-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 6, 2023 | Mar 6, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | KSCW3428618-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 6, 2023 | Mar 6, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | CA958770548 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 6, 2023 | Mar 6, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL | CA958770548 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 6, 2023 | Feb 6, 2023 |
Authority Revocations
fmcsa-revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-1494874 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (2 events)
fmcsa-authhist-blob
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1494874 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 5, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 22, 2023 |
| MC1494874 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 9, 2023 | REVOKED | Nov 6, 2023 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Driver Fitness
8%
Drugs / Alcohol
0%
Hours of Service
0%
Vehicle Maintenance
21%
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspections
20
Violations
316
47 OOS
Vehicle OOS %
80.0%
Above nat'l avg (23.4%)
Driver OOS %
65.0%
Above nat'l avg (6.7%)
Power Units (MCS-150)
5
Drivers (MCS-150)
2
Crash Records
1
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
May
Jun
1
Jul
1
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
1
Mar
Apr
1
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
1
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
1
Jan
Feb
1
Mar
Apr
Clean monthMonth with OOSBased on latest 20 of 20 inspection records
Inspection Activity Map
1 state • 20 inspections
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Violation Summary (316 violations from 20 inspections)
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| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 38 | 5 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 19 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 14 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 14 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 12 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 11 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 11 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 10 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 9 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 7 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 7 | 7 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 6 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 6 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 6 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 6 | 6 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2 | Operating a CMV without a CDL | 5 | 5 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.75C | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 5 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 5 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 5 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 5 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205(c) | Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing | 5 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 5 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B | Fuel system leak | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 4 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21(a) | Vehicle marking requirements | 3 | 0 | 3 | General/Admin |
| 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 | 3 | 3 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.45B2UV | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.28 | Wiring - improper/inadequate | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.51 | Steering wheel free play excessive | 3 | 3 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83(g) | Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95B | Emergency equipment - warning devices missing | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104C | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 2 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.79 | Defroster/Defogger - Inoperative or defective | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D1 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.19 | Hazard warning signal inoperable | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207A | Suspension defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9 | Driver may not operate a CMV without proper load securement | 2 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A1 | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9H | Inoperable head lamps | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.50(d) | Steering mechanism defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(g) | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11B2-Q | Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. Driver failed the I | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.11B2-S | Driver must be able to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:387.301A | 387.301A | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22B | Failure to place or improper placement of warning devices on the road surface | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| 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:387.303B4 | 387.303B4 | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.207C | Leaf spring assembly defective/missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70B1II | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1B | Brakes (general) Explain: | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2PC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70B | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(4) | No valid medical certificate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.9(a)(2) | Failing to secure vehicle equipment | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70 | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203A | Cab/body components defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.23PT | All required lamps on towed vehicle inoperative due to no electrical connection | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D2 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9T | Inoperable tail lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(a) | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201(a) | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203 | Cab/body parts requirements violations | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.42 | Brakes - parking brake defective | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:387.301(a) | 387.301(a) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:387.301(b) | 387.301(b) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(1) | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(2) | Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(c) | Leaf spring assembly defective/missing | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:387.7(a) | No proof of financial responsibility | 1 | 0 | 8 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.47(d) | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(a) | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.13(c)(1) | No Side retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflective material as required for vehicles manufactured before December 1993 | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203(e) | Cab front bumper missing/unsecured/protrude | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(b) | Emergency equipment - warning devices missing | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
Vehicle OOS Rate
80.0%vs nat'l 23.4%
+56.6 pts above avg
Driver OOS Rate
65.0%vs nat'l 6.7%
+58.3 pts above avg
Violations / Inspection
15.80vs nat'l 1.80
+14.00 above avg
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (20 inspections)
fmcsa-inspectionsApr 5, 2026
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
7 total · 85.7% OOS
2024-072026-03
InspectionsOOS
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Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
1 crash record from FMCSA Crash File
Total Crashes
1
Fatalities
0
Injuries
1
Across 1 crash
Tow-Aways
0
Crash History (1 records)
fmcsa-crash-fileApr 5, 2026
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 10, 2023 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NOT LISTED | 21400 ALDINE WESTFIELD RD | ...707414 | HOUSTON SPACE TRANSPORT LLC |
Compliance Timeline
10 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Oct 27, 2023
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KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY • BIPD/Primary
Sep 27, 2023
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KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY • BIPD/Primary
Jul 1, 2023
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KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY • BIPD/Primary
Apr 6, 2023
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PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL • BIPD/Primary
Mar 6, 2023
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KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY • BIPD/Primary
Mar 6, 2023
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KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY • BIPD/Primary
Mar 6, 2023
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PROGRESSIVE COUNTY MUTUAL • BIPD/Primary
Feb 6, 2023
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