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ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC

USDOT 514990 Active CORPORATION AUTHORIZED FOR HIRE Hazmat Satisfactory rated CORPORATION Company officer: JAMES J ENGEL JR Company officer 2: JAMES J ENGEL SR Driveaway / Towaway Based in CINCINNATI, OH Grade A · 100
Brokers & shippers · booking check

No hard blockers on file

Authority and insurance signals look clear in our data. Still verify live on FMCSA SAFER / L&I before tendering a load.

Clear to review
Policy effective · Dec 1, 2023
On file
  • 1 active operating authority
  • Insurance on file · $1,000,000 THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. · 91X Details →
  • BOC-3 process agent on file NATIONAL RESIDENT AGENT SERVICE, INC. Details →
  • Satisfactory FMCSA safety rating
  • OOS rate better than size peers
Org: CORPORATION
Company officer: JAMES J ENGEL JR
Company officer 2: JAMES J ENGEL SR
Cargo: Driveaway / Towaway
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TruckCodex risk summary — ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC (USDOT 514990)
Verdict: CLEAR TO REVIEW
No hard blockers on file
Authority and insurance signals look clear in our data. Still verify live on FMCSA SAFER / L&I before tendering a load.

Authority / census status: Active
Active BIPD limit: $1,000,000
Officer(s): JAMES J ENGEL JR (Company officer); JAMES J ENGEL SR (Company officer 2)
Organization: CORPORATION

Blockers:
  (none)

Cautions:
  (none)

On file:
  • 1 active operating authority
  • Insurance on file · $1,000,000 — THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. · 91X
  • BOC-3 process agent on file — NATIONAL RESIDENT AGENT SERVICE, INC.
  • Satisfactory FMCSA safety rating
  • OOS rate better than size peers

Source: https://truckcodex.com/usdot/514990/
As of: Jul 20, 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 A

Composite of 5/5 scored components (mean 100/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.

A confidence 100% · 5/5 signals
Authority / census
Active · 100/100

Active census status with no OOS order or revoked authority on file.

Insurance / BIPD
BIPD active · 100/100

Active BIPD/Primary-like policy on file in our insurance history.

OOS vs peers
Safer than peers · 100/100

Driver OOS 0% vs peer median 0% (neutral). Vehicle OOS 0% vs peer median 11.1% (better). n=74418 same-size ACTIVE peers.

FMCSA safety rating
Satisfactory · 100/100

Official FMCSA Satisfactory safety rating.

Insurance-watch tier
Not on watch · 100/100

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: Clear to review.

Operating authority
Insurance

1 active liability policy

BOC-3 agent

NATIONAL RESIDENT AGENT SERVICE, INC.

Company profile

Company details
USDOT 514990
In FMCSA records since Mar 4, 1993 (~33y)
MC / docket MC136134
Entity CORPORATION
Business org CORPORATION
Company officer JAMES J ENGEL JR
Company officer 2 JAMES J ENGEL SR
Operation AUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
Hazmat Yes (MCS-150)
Cargo carried
Driveaway / Towaway
Fleet size 12 units
Drivers 5
Annual mileage 70,000 mi
Contact & address
Phone: (513) 385-8246
Email: [email protected]
Physical
4724 SPRINGDALE RD
CINCINNATI, OH 45251-1835
Mailing address matches physical.
Registration & safety rating
USDOT 514990
In FMCSA records since Mar 4, 1993 (~33y)
Entity CORPORATION
Operation AUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
Annual mileage (MCS-150) 70,000 mi
Safety Rating Satisfactory
Hazmat Yes (MCS-150)
vs. National Average
Vehicle OOS Rate 0.0% vs 23.4% -23.4 pts
Driver OOS Rate 0.0% vs 6.7% -6.7 pts
Violations per Inspection 0.00 vs 1.80 -1.80
Peer tier (mid-sized fleets (11-100 power units)) median OOS rate: 27.3%
Active liability insurance
FMCSA cargo filing (BMC-34/83)

No active FMCSA cargo filing on file.

FMCSA L&I filing evidence — not a shipper certificate of insurance (COI). Cargo (BMC-34) is primarily an HHG / household-goods requirement; general freight carriers often have none.

Related filings

Fleet details (MCS-150)

Vehicle type Owned Term leased Trip leased
Truck tractors 1 0 0
Trailers 1 0 0
Trucks 11 0 0

Self-reported on the carrier’s Form MCS-150 (FMCSA Company Census).

Inspections (24 months)

All 2 inspections →
Driver Vehicle Hazmat
Inspections 1 1 0
OOS inspections 0 0 0
OOS percentage 0% 0% —
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%).

Power Units
12
Drivers
5
Inspections
2
FMCSA roadside history on file
OOS Rate (peak)
—
Crashes
1
None in last 24 months · all-time on file
Authorities
1
1 active
Carrier analysis & narrative context SEO summary, status notes, AI overview, and safety profiles

ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC is a corporation based in CINCINNATI, OH, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 514990. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, with a safety rating of Satisfactory. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 12 power units and 5 drivers, with 2 roadside inspections on file. 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 overview

ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC is a mid-sized fleet, operating 12 power units and 5 drivers, organized as a corporation, based in Cincinnati, OH. Across 1 roadside inspection in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 0.0% out-of-service rate, with no reportable crashes on file. Operating authority is active for common.

Inspection profile

1 roadside inspection over the last 24 months, roughly flat versus the prior 24 months, most heavily in IN (1 stops), with Level 2 inspections the most common.

Violation profile

0.0% out-of-service rate.

Fleet profile

The fleet comprises 12 power units (mid-sized fleet) and 5 drivers; Ford is the most-inspected make.

Risk Signals

Authority revoked
1 revocation on record.

Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service

Compared against 74,418 ACTIVE carriers operating 6–18 power units (±50% of this carrier's 12 unit fleet).

This carrier — Driver OOS
0%
Drivers placed out-of-service at roadside inspections
Peer median
0%
Median across 74,418 same-size peers
Verdict
On par with peers
Delta 0 pts vs peer median (lower is safer)
This carrier — Vehicle OOS
0%
Vehicles placed out-of-service at roadside inspections
Peer median
11.1%
Median across 74,418 same-size peers
Verdict
Safer than peers
Delta -11.1 pts vs peer median (lower is safer)
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map

Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)

2024-09 2024-09

Activity by State

States this carrier has been inspected in over the past 24 months.
State Inspections OOS OOS % Last Inspection
Indiana (IN) 1 0 0.0% Sep 16, 2024
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
Make Model Inspections
Ford 2
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
BASIC Inspections Serious Measure Percentile Alert As Of
Driver Fitness 0 — 0.00 0 — Jul 20, 2026
Controlled Substances / Alcohol 0 — 0.00 0 — Jul 20, 2026
Hours of Service 0 — 0.00 0 — Jul 20, 2026
Unsafe Driving 0 — 0.00 0 — Jul 20, 2026
Vehicle Maintenance 0 — 0.00 0 — Jul 20, 2026

Higher percentiles indicate worse performance relative to peer carriers. Carriers at or above the FMCSA intervention threshold are marked ALERT.

Recent Inspections (2 rows) View all 2 →
Inspection # Date ▼ State Level Station Vehicle Violations Top Codes OOS
82712837 Sep 16, 2024 IN 2 WEST HARRISON IN
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
OH PKM4378 · 1FDWF6DEXKDF02376
0 — No
80329052 Dec 6, 2023 IN 3 WEST HARRISON IN
FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK
OH PKM4378 · 1FDWF6DEXKDF02376
0 — No
Recent Crashes (1 row)
Report # Date ▼ State Fatalities Injuries Tow Hazmat Severity
OH0184015310 Sep 4, 2018 OH 0 0 Yes No Tow
Authority Records (1 docket)
common
MC136134
Active
—
View full authority record →
Insurance Coverage Timeline (9 rows)

Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.

Insurer Policy # Type Limit Effective Cancel Status
THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. EBA 055 95 15 91X $1,000,000 Dec 1, 2023 On file ACTIVE
THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. EBA 055 95 15 BIPD/Primary — Dec 1, 2023 Dec 1, 2023 REPLACED
THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. EPP 055 95 15 BIPD/Primary — Dec 1, 2019 Dec 1, 2023 REPLACED
STATE AUTOMOBILE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY BAP2296308 BIPD/Primary — Aug 15, 2013 Dec 1, 2019 REPLACED
STATE AUTOMOBILE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY BAP2296308 BIPD/Primary — Jul 15, 2013 Aug 15, 2013 REPLACED
STATE AUTOMOBILE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY BAP 2296308 BIPD/Primary — Jul 1, 2012 Jul 15, 2013 REPLACED
STATE AUTOMOBILE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY BAP 2296308 BIPD/Primary — Jul 1, 2012 Aug 15, 2013 CANCELLED
STATE AUTOMOBILE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY SP7829408 BIPD/Primary — Dec 1, 1986 Jul 1, 2012 REPLACED
STATE AUTOMOBILE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY SP7829408 BIPD/Primary — Dec 1, 1986 Aug 8, 2012 CANCELLED
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
  1. Dec 1, 2023
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO.
  2. Dec 1, 2023
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO.
  3. Dec 1, 2019
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — STATE AUTOMOBILE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
  4. Aug 21, 2013
    authority
    Authority revoked — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
  5. Aug 15, 2013
    insurance
    TERM/CANCL — STATE AUTOMOBILE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
  6. Aug 15, 2013
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — STATE AUTOMOBILE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
  7. Jul 15, 2013
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — STATE AUTOMOBILE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
  8. Aug 8, 2012
    insurance
    TERM/CANCL — STATE AUTOMOBILE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
  9. Jul 1, 2012
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — STATE AUTOMOBILE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
  10. Nov 13, 1987
    authority
    DISCONTINUED REVOCATION — COMMON
    Details →
  11. Aug 5, 1987
    authority
    GRANTED — MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER
    Details →
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for

Most-Inspected Stations

Station State Inspections OOS
WEST HARRISON IN IN 2 0
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How to verify ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC

  1. 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.
  2. 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.
  3. 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.
  4. 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.
  5. Cross-reference real-time data with FMCSA SAFER. For the most current snapshot — within 24 hours of any insurer filing or authority change — click through to the FMCSA SAFER lookup. TruckCodex mirrors SAFER and L&I daily; SAFER itself reflects filings within 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions about ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC

Is ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC an active motor carrier? ▾
Yes. ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC is registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 514990 and is currently shown as Active in the agency's Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Active status means the carrier may legally operate, contingent on continuous insurance and authority filings.
What is ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC's safety rating? ▾
ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC's FMCSA safety rating is Satisfactory. A Satisfactory rating means FMCSA evaluators determined the carrier had an adequate safety management program at the time of the most recent compliance review. Safety ratings are assigned only after a formal compliance review; most carriers in the FMCSA database are unrated.
How many inspections has ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC had? ▾
2 roadside inspections are on file for ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC in FMCSA's MCMIS database. Each inspection is summarized in the Inspection History section below — sortable by date, state, level, and out-of-service result. Newer inspections are pulled from the FMCSA SMS data feed daily.
What is ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC's out-of-service rate? ▾
ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC has no out-of-service findings on its inspection record. Across 2 inspections, no driver or vehicle has been placed out of service — a clean record relative to the national averages of roughly 6.7% (driver) and 23.4% (vehicle).
Where is ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC based? ▾
ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC reports its physical address to the FMCSA as 4724 SPRINGDALE RD, CINCINNATI, Ohio 45251-1835. Carriers must file a Form MCS-150 every two years to keep their address current; an outdated address is a common compliance flag.
Does ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC have valid operating authority? ▾
Yes. ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC holds 1 active FMCSA operating authority (MC136134). Each docket appears in the Authority Records section below with its full event history. Active authority means the carrier may legally operate as a for-hire carrier, contingent on current insurance and BOC-3 process-agent filings.
How many trucks and drivers does ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC operate? ▾
ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC self-reports 12 power units and 5 drivers on its most recent FMCSA Form MCS-150 filing. Power-unit and driver counts come from the carrier directly and are required to be updated every two years; very large fluctuations between filings can indicate fleet changes worth investigating.
Has ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC had any crashes? ▾
1 FMCSA-reportable crash is on file for ENGEL'S AUTO SERVICE INC in MCMIS. A reportable crash is one resulting in a fatality, an injury requiring transport for medical attention, or a vehicle disabled and towed from the scene. The full crash log is on the Crashes subpage with date, state, and outcome details.

About FMCSA carrier records

Every commercial motor carrier operating in the United States is required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and obtain a USDOT number. The USDOT number is a permanent, unique identifier — once assigned, it stays with the carrier for life and is never reissued to another company. Carriers must update their registration every two years on Form MCS-150 to keep their address, fleet size, and operating data current.

Carrier safety data lives in FMCSA's Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS): roadside inspections, crashes, out-of-service findings, and the seven Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs) that make up the SMS scoring methodology. For-hire carriers must also hold operating authority — an MC, FF, or MX docket number — which is separate from the USDOT number and requires continuous insurance and BOC-3 process-agent filings to remain active.

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