MELS ROAD SOLUTIONS INC
USDOT 3869230 • 2643 W EMAUS AVE, ALLENTOWN, PA, 18103
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-1416030 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Mar 12, 2026 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR3700000150 | ON FILE | Feb 1, 2026 | Mar 9, 2026 |
| AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | K2GP529821 | ACTIVE | Apr 28, 2025 | — |
Insurance History (18 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BRPCBLTPA011500_08A057_01 | CANCELLED | Nov 18, 2025 | Jan 9, 2026 |
| TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BRPCBLTPA011500_08A057_01 | REPLACED | Nov 18, 2025 | Nov 15, 2025 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR3700000150 | CANCELLED | Nov 15, 2025 | Feb 1, 2026 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR3700000150 | REPLACED | Nov 15, 2025 | Nov 18, 2025 |
| TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BRPCBLTPA011500_08A057_01 | REPLACED | Jun 17, 2025 | Nov 15, 2025 |
| TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BRPCBLTPA011500_08A057_01 | CANCELLED | Jun 17, 2025 | Nov 19, 2025 |
| TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BRPCBLTPA01150008A05701 | CANCELLED | May 14, 2025 | Jul 21, 2025 |
| TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BRPCBLTPA01150008A05701 | REPLACED | May 14, 2025 | Jun 17, 2025 |
| AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | K2GP529821 | CANCELLED | Apr 28, 2024 | Apr 28, 2025 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA969217432 | REPLACED | Mar 28, 2024 | Apr 28, 2024 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA969217432 | REPLACED | Oct 24, 2023 | Mar 28, 2024 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA969217432 | CANCELLED | May 22, 2023 | Oct 24, 2023 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA969217432 | REPLACED | May 19, 2023 | May 19, 2023 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA969217432 | REPLACED | May 19, 2023 | May 22, 2023 |
| AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | K2GP318804 | CANCELLED | Jan 22, 2023 | Apr 24, 2023 |
| AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | K2GP318804 | CANCELLED | Nov 14, 2022 | Jan 22, 2023 |
| AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | K2GP318804 | CANCELLED | May 13, 2022 | Nov 26, 2022 |
| AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | K2GP318804 | REPLACED | May 13, 2022 | Nov 14, 2022 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANC/CANCL | AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | K2GP529821 | BIPD | Unknown | Unknown |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR3700000150 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 9, 2026 | Mar 9, 2026 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR3700000150 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2026 | Feb 1, 2026 |
| TERM/CANCL | TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BRPCBLTPA011500_08A057_01 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 9, 2026 | Jan 9, 2026 |
| TERM/CANCL | TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BRPCBLTPA011500_08A057_01 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 19, 2025 | Nov 19, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR3700000150 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 18, 2025 | Nov 18, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BRPCBLTPA011500_08A057_01 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 2025 | Nov 15, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BRPCBLTPA011500_08A057_01 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 2025 | Nov 15, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BRPCBLTPA01150008A05701 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 21, 2025 | Jul 21, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BRPCBLTPA01150008A05701 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 17, 2025 | Jun 17, 2025 |
| CANCEL | AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | K2GP529821 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 28, 2025 | Apr 28, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA969217432 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 28, 2024 | Apr 28, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA969217432 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 28, 2024 | Mar 28, 2024 |
| CANCEL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA969217432 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2023 | Oct 24, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA969217432 | BIPD/Primary | May 22, 2023 | May 22, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA969217432 | BIPD/Primary | May 19, 2023 | May 19, 2023 |
| CANCEL | AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | K2GP318804 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 24, 2023 | Apr 24, 2023 |
| CANCEL | AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | K2GP318804 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 22, 2023 | Jan 22, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | K2GP318804 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 26, 2022 | Nov 26, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | AMGUARD INSURANCE COMPANY | K2GP318804 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 14, 2022 | Nov 14, 2022 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-1416030 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-1416030 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (11 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1416030 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 10, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 12, 2026 |
| MC1416030 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 5, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 4, 2026 |
| MC1416030 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 15, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 23, 2025 |
| MC1416030 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 23, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 4, 2025 |
| MC1416030 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jun 6, 2025 | — | Unknown |
| MC1416030 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 27, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 2, 2023 |
| MC1416030 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | May 24, 2023 | REVOKED | May 5, 2025 |
| MC1416030 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 27, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 25, 2023 |
| MC1416030 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 31, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 15, 2022 |
| MC1416030 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 21, 2022 | REVOKED | May 1, 2023 |
| MC1416030 | HOUSEHOLD GOODS COMMON CARRIER | DISMISSED | Jun 2, 2022 | — | Unknown |
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
5 states • 25 inspections
Violation Summary (99 violations from 25 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 10 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 8 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 5 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21(b) | USDOT number not displayed | 3 | 0 | 3 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 3 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 2 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 2 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.11B5-LNCDLNVE | License - Endorsement - Operate a CMV without proper endorsement or in violation of restriction. NOTE: Other than a 391.41 violation. | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9B-LSLOWR | Lighting - Stop lamps - Both obscured when required to be on. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | 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 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.7A-D | Driver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.128B-CLWV | Cargo securement - roll-on/roll-off containers | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB | 390.21TB | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.41A1-NPH | Operating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate - no previous history | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.23-LEU | Lighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g. unplugged or loose pigtail) | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41A | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.128(b) | Cargo securement - roll-on/roll-off containers | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 1 | 1 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.17(b)(2) | Lamps and reflectors inadequate | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70(d) | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.81 | Horn inoperable | 1 | 0 | 2 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.83(g) | Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a)(1) | 391.41(a)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:396.9(d)(2) | Failure to correct defects noted on previous inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB3-OPERBY | 390.21TB3-OPERBY | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209D-STBSP | Wheel fasteners loose/missing | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-ALBV | Air Brake - Any leak from a brake valve | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BCLMBD | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | 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 | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUCR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(2) | CDL suspended/revoked | 1 | 0 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:390.19(b)(2) | 390.19(b)(2) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.128 | Cargo securement - roll-on/roll-off containers | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.128(b)(2) | Cargo securement - roll-on/roll-off containers | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.128(b)(3) | Cargo securement - roll-on/roll-off containers | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.33 | Operating CMV with obstructed driver view | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
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 (25 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
1 crash record from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (1 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2023 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | LOWER TOWAMENSING TOWNSHI | ROUTE 0248 W | ...456072 | MELS ROAD SOLUTIONS INC |
Compliance Timeline
21 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records