M O DION AND SONS INC
USDOT 414560 • DBA: DION AND SONS AMBER INDUSTRIAL SERVICES AIS • 1543 W 16TH ST, LONG BEACH, CA, 90813
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals2 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-1645242 | REVOKED | Mar 23, 2026 | Mar 23, 2026 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEDERATED SERVICE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 9068870 | ON FILE | Aug 1, 2023 | Mar 15, 2026 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | FEDERATED SERVICE INSURANCE COMPANY | 9068870 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 15, 2026 | Mar 15, 2026 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-1645242 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (1 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1645242 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 14, 2024 | REVOKED | Mar 23, 2026 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Measures
BASIC measure values (lower = better). Percentile rankings not available for this carrier. Data from SMS snapshot Apr 5, 2026.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
2 states • 203 inspections
Violation Summary (86 violations from latest 100 of 203 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 5 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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 | 4 | 4 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:107.620B-HMAMC | 107.620B-HMAMC | 2 | 0 | — | Unknown |
| FMCSR:397.3-SLL | State/Local Laws - Driving/parking a CMV containing hazardous materials in violation of local regulations/laws/ordinances in the jurisdiction being operated | 2 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LLPL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | 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:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LIL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:172.328D-HMM | HM (Markings) - Failing to mark a manual remote shut-off device as required | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.9AA2-OA | 392.9AA2-OA | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:177.800C-HMTMC | Hazmat security plan not developed | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:172.604A3-HMER | HM (Emergency Response) - Failing to ensure the emergency response telephone number is entered on the shipping paper as required. | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BHCR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.207A-SAPPAS | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:173.24B1-HMBPMC | HM (Bulk Packages) - HM/DG leaking from a bulk package (including associated piping) | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:172.502A1-HMPP | Placarding general requirements | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOLTIS | Tires - All others leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:177.823A-HMTVMCMID | Movement of damaged hazmat packages | 1 | 1 | 9 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:172.200A-HMSPSNSP | Hazmat shipping papers missing/inadequate | 1 | 0 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16AD | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.41-BNPB-SPR | Brake - Inoperative or missing power unit spring brake | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2SLLHOS | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSL | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:177.817(e) | Placard deteriorated/damaged | 1 | 0 | 4 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:172.600(c) | Emergency response information not available | 1 | 0 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:107.620(b) | 107.620(b) | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown |
| FMCSR:177.801 | Accepting or Transporting Hazardous Materials not prepared in accordance with regulations | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.9a(a)(1) | Transporting hazmat without authority | 1 | 1 | 9 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9a(a)(2) | Transporting passengers without authority | 1 | 1 | 8 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
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 (203 inspections)
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Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2025 | CA | FATAL | 1 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | SR126 EB/183ft E TRAVEL VILLAGE | ...VC7444 | M O DION AND SONS INC |
| Aug 11, 2025 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | RIVERSIDE | SR-60 E/B | ...033342 | M O DION AND SONS INC |
| Sep 30, 2024 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | SAN DIEGO | 32.683622/-117.111709 | ...GL2040 | M O DION AND SONS INC |
| Oct 31, 2023 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SAN DIEGO | 32.690048/-117.117875 | ...104402 | M O DION AND SONS INC |
| May 19, 2023 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | UNINCORPORATED | 33.501281 / -116..798137 | ...207736 | M O DION AND SONS INC |
| Jul 14, 2022 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | LONG BEACH | RT 405/150ft S of RT 710 | ...369349 | M O DION AND SONS INC |
| May 28, 2022 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | LONG BEACH | RT 405 / 0.2 MILES SOUTH of TEMPLE AVENUE | ...571209 | M O DION AND SONS INC |
| Mar 12, 2022 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | LYNWOOD | RT105 WB/450ft W BULLIS RD | ...033326 | M O DION AND SONS INC |
| Oct 13, 2021 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LA PALMA | VALLEY VIEW ST/439ft N FRESCA DR | ...058959 | M O DION AND SONS INC |
| Jun 24, 2021 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | WASHINGTON BLVD/55ft E BROADWAY | ...Z65447 | DION & SONS |
| Jun 23, 2021 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | CARSON | RT405/300ft S CARSON ST | ...569766 | M O DION & SONS INC |
| May 11, 2021 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | SAN DIEGO | RT5 NB/10ft N 32ND ST | ...FF0072 | M O DION & SONS INC |
| May 2, 2021 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | SAN DIEGO | SR163 NB/48ft S BALBOA AV O/C | ...265343 | DION & SONS |
| Feb 20, 2019 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 2, 2018 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 5, 2018 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 1, 2016 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 19, 2016 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 9, 2015 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 28, 2015 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 7, 2014 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 21, 2013 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 28, 2013 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 10, 2013 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 8, 2011 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Enforcement Actions
1 closed case — FMCSA civil penalties
1 Enforcement Case
| Case Number | Closed Date | Violation Code(s) | Settlement | Subject Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA-2023-0226-US1067 | Jul 6, 2023 | 383.37(a) | $3,460 | Carrier |
Compliance Timeline
28 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 28 events