ALVARADO EXPRESS INC
USDOT 3913532 • 2450 COLORADO BLVD APT 15, LOS ANGELES, CA, 90041
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals3 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-1445412 | REVOKED | Jun 18, 2025 | Jun 18, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTHWIND RISK RETENTION GROUP INC | BIPD/Primary | SWR-CA-0000260-24 | ON FILE | Feb 26, 2025 | Jun 12, 2025 |
Insurance History (5 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SOUTHWIND RISK RETENTION GROUP INC | BIPD/Primary | SWR-CA-0000260-24 | REPLACED | Sep 15, 2024 | Feb 26, 2025 |
| SOUTHWIND RISK RETENTION GROUP INC | BIPD/Primary | SWR-CA-0000260-24 | CANCELLED | Sep 15, 2024 | Mar 27, 2025 |
| SOUTHWIND RISK RETENTION GROUP INC | BIPD/Primary | SWR-CA-0000260-23 | CANCELLED | Sep 15, 2023 | Sep 15, 2024 |
| SOUTHWIND RISK RETENTION GROUP INC | BIPD/Primary | SWR-CA-0000260-22 | CANCELLED | Sep 15, 2022 | Sep 16, 2023 |
| SOUTHWIND RISK RETENTION GROUP INC | BIPD/Primary | SWR-CA-0000260-22 | REPLACED | Sep 15, 2022 | Sep 15, 2023 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | SOUTHWIND RISK RETENTION GROUP INC | SWR-CA-0000260-24 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 12, 2025 | Jun 12, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | SOUTHWIND RISK RETENTION GROUP INC | SWR-CA-0000260-24 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 27, 2025 | Mar 27, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | SOUTHWIND RISK RETENTION GROUP INC | SWR-CA-0000260-24 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 26, 2025 | Feb 26, 2025 |
| CANCEL | SOUTHWIND RISK RETENTION GROUP INC | SWR-CA-0000260-23 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 15, 2024 | Sep 15, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | SOUTHWIND RISK RETENTION GROUP INC | SWR-CA-0000260-22 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 16, 2023 | Sep 16, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | SOUTHWIND RISK RETENTION GROUP INC | SWR-CA-0000260-22 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 15, 2023 | Sep 15, 2023 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-1445412 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (3 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1445412 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 19, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 11, 2024 |
| MC1445412 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 21, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 15, 2023 |
| MC1445412 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Sep 15, 2022 | REVOKED | Jun 18, 2025 |
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
2 states • 7 inspections
Violation Summary (36 violations from 7 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 3 | 3 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41A | Physical qualification - general | 2 | 2 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 2 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLDL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9AA1 | 392.9AA1 | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.110B2II-C | Cargo securement - logs | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43D-B | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | 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:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-HCM | Hubs - Bearing cap plug or filler plug missing or broken | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.4A-DOSP | Use of drugs | 1 | 1 | 10 | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSOA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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 (7 inspections)
| Date | Report # | Station | State | Level | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2025 | 85959509 | KELSO WA | WA | Level 2 | UNPUBLISHE SEMI-TRAILER | 11 | 393.60D, 393.95A1, 393.95F | Yes |
| Mar 31, 2025 | 84290640 | NORTH FORT LEWIS WA | WA | Level 2 | UNPUBLISHE SEMI-TRAILER | 4 | 396.3A1-HCM, 393.60D, 392.2-SLLEQP | Yes |
| Dec 11, 2024 | 83382100 | POMONA | CA | Level 2 | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 9 | 392.2-SLLSR, 383.23A2-LCDLN, 391.41A | Yes |
| Oct 24, 2024 | 83005384 | Roadside | CA | Level 3 | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 9 | 392.2-SLLSR, 392.2-SLLSOA, 383.23A2-LCDLN | Yes |
| Mar 29, 2024 | 81311204 | 777 W. WASHINGTON BLVD. | CA | Level 5 | FORD TRUCK TRACTOR | 0 | — | No |
| Nov 29, 2023 | 80280146 | MODESTO AREA | CA | Level 3 | BIGT SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | 392.2, 395.8(a)(1) | Yes |
| Jun 2, 2023 | 78802478 | CASTAIC IF | CA | Level 1 | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 0 | — | No |
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Compliance Timeline
7 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records