MICHAELS TRANSPORTATION SERVICE INC
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.
- OOS rate better than size peers
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TruckCodex risk summary — MICHAELS TRANSPORTATION SERVICE INC (USDOT 575313) 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 Officer(s): MICHAEL BROWN (Company officer); APRIL BROWN (Company officer 2) Organization: CORPORATION Blockers: (none) Cautions: (none) On file: • OOS rate better than size peers Source: https://truckcodex.com/usdot/575313/ As of: Jul 17, 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 3/5 scored components (mean 100/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
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confidence 60% · 3/5 signals
Compliance grade A
Composite of 3/5 scored components (mean 100/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
Active census status with no OOS order or revoked authority on file.
Insurance/BIPD signal not resolved for this carrier.
NR reason: No active policies and no uninsured flag to score against.
Driver OOS 0% vs peer median 1.4% (better). Vehicle OOS 0% vs peer median 18.3% (better). n=9342 same-size ACTIVE peers.
FMCSA has not assigned this carrier a formal safety rating. We do not invent one.
NR reason: No published FMCSA safety_rating.
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.
No authority breakdown on file.
No active policies on file.
No BOC-3 filing on file.
Company profile
Fleet details (MCS-150)
| Vehicle type | Owned | Term leased | Trip leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck tractors | 12 | 2 | 0 |
| Trailers | 16 | 0 | 0 |
| Trucks | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Self-reported on the carrier’s Form MCS-150 (FMCSA Company Census).
Inspections (24 months)
All 421 inspections →| Driver | Vehicle | Hazmat | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspections | 273 | 273 | 0 |
| OOS inspections | 1 | 21 | 0 |
| OOS percentage | 0.37% | 7.69% | — |
| 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%).
Carrier analysis & narrative context SEO summary, status notes, AI overview, and safety profiles
MICHAELS TRANSPORTATION SERVICE INC is a corporation based in VALLEJO, CA, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 575313. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, and has not yet received a formal FMCSA safety rating. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 105 power units and 133 drivers, with 421 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 is unrated
FMCSA has not assigned this carrier a formal safety rating. Use the inspection history and BASIC scores below to assess on-road performance.
MICHAELS TRANSPORTATION SERVICE INC is a large fleet, operating 105 power units and 133 drivers, organized as a corporation, based in Vallejo, CA. Across 262 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded an 8.8% out-of-service rate, with 1 reportable crash. no operating authority record was located.
262 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 90% versus the prior 24 months, most heavily in CA (262 stops), with Level 5 inspections the most common.
8.8% out-of-service rate; led by Vehicle Maintenance (56.4% of violations); top code 392.2-SLLEQP (Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued) cited 34 times.
The fleet comprises 105 power units (large fleet) and 133 drivers; International, Thms, and Blub are the most-inspected makes.
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 9,342 ACTIVE carriers operating 52–158 power units (±50% of this carrier's 105 unit fleet).
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Activity by State
| State | Inspections | OOS | OOS % | Last Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| California (CA) | 273 | 22 | 8.1% | Jul 6, 2026 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
| BASIC | Inspections | Serious | Measure | Percentile | Alert | As Of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver Fitness | 1 | — | 0.11 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Controlled Substances / Alcohol | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Hours of Service | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Unsafe Driving | 2 | — | 0.20 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 74 | — | 1.12 | 1 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
Higher percentiles indicate worse performance relative to peer carriers. Carriers at or above the FMCSA intervention threshold are marked ALERT.
Recent Inspections (421 rows) View all 421 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 88332421 | Jul 6, 2026 | CA | 5 | — |
FORD BUS
|
0 | — | No |
| 88332420 | Jul 6, 2026 | CA | 5 | — |
FORD BUS
|
1 | 393.9A-LLPL | No |
| 88305134 | Jul 1, 2026 | CA | 5 | — |
INTL SCHOOL BUS
|
2 | 392.2-SLL, 392.2-SLLEQP | No |
| 88304989 | Jul 1, 2026 | CA | 5 | — |
BLUB SCHOOL BUS
|
0 | — | No |
| 88304980 | Jul 1, 2026 | CA | 5 | — |
THMS SCHOOL BUS
|
0 | — | No |
| 88304978 | Jul 1, 2026 | CA | 5 | — |
THMS SCHOOL BUS
|
1 | 392.2-SLL | No |
| 88304967 | Jul 1, 2026 | CA | 5 | — |
INTL SCHOOL BUS
|
0 | — | No |
| 88283211 | Jun 29, 2026 | CA | 5 | — |
ICRP SCHOOL BUS
|
0 | — | No |
| 88283210 | Jun 29, 2026 | CA | 5 | — |
BLUB SCHOOL BUS
|
0 | — | No |
| 88283203 | Jun 29, 2026 | CA | 5 | — |
BLUB SCHOOL BUS
|
0 | — | No |
| 88283201 | Jun 29, 2026 | CA | 5 | — |
THMS SCHOOL BUS
|
0 | — | No |
| 88283194 | Jun 29, 2026 | CA | 5 | — |
THMS SCHOOL BUS
|
0 | — | No |
| 88283193 | Jun 29, 2026 | CA | 5 | — |
INTL BUS
|
0 | — | No |
| 88283149 | Jun 29, 2026 | CA | 5 | — |
INTL BUS
|
0 | — | No |
| 88238765 | Jun 24, 2026 | CA | 1 | — |
VOLV TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 88198249 | Jun 18, 2026 | CA | 1 | — |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 87996646 | May 29, 2026 | CA | 1 | — |
THMS SCHOOL BUS
|
0 | — | No |
| 87976270 | May 26, 2026 | CA | 1 | — |
DODG STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
3 | 392.2-SLLSR, 393.11A1-LHLMWR, 393.11A1-LCL | No |
| 87912908 | May 19, 2026 | CA | 5 | — |
INTL SCHOOL BUS
|
1 | 393.93A-SBA | No |
| 87912906 | May 19, 2026 | CA | 5 | — |
BLUB SCHOOL BUS
|
1 | 393.9A-LLPL | No |
| 87881325 | May 15, 2026 | CA | 1 | — |
INTL BUS
|
1 | 392.2-SLLSR | No |
| 87515688 | Apr 3, 2026 | CA | 1 | GILROY IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 87481042 | Apr 2, 2026 | CA | 1 | GILROY IF |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
2 | 393.45D-B | No |
| 87425041 | Mar 20, 2026 | CA | 5 | SACRAMENTO |
THMS SCHOOL BUS
|
0 | — | No |
| 87424960 | Mar 19, 2026 | CA | 5 | SACRAMENTO |
BLUB SCHOOL BUS
|
0 | — | No |
Recent Crashes (16 rows)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA3404023128 | May 8, 2024 | CA | 0 | 1 | No | No | Injury |
| CA3502100324 | Mar 31, 2021 | CA | 0 | 2 | Yes | No | Injury |
| CA0009115947 | Jun 8, 2020 | CA | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| CA2661901106 | Sep 21, 2019 | CA | 0 | 2 | Yes | No | Injury |
| CA3651901748 | Sep 18, 2019 | CA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| CA3701608020 | Jul 22, 2016 | CA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| CA0006865435 | Mar 5, 2015 | CA | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| CA0006757119 | Nov 11, 2014 | CA | 0 | 1 | No | No | Injury |
| CA0006495024 | May 13, 2014 | CA | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| CA0006472907 | Apr 18, 2014 | CA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| CA0006333536 | Jan 14, 2014 | CA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| CA0005918974 | Feb 5, 2013 | CA | 0 | 2 | Yes | No | Injury |
| CA0005879637 | Nov 27, 2012 | CA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| CA0003390835 | Sep 28, 2007 | CA | 0 | 12 | No | No | Injury |
| CA0003202675 | May 22, 2007 | CA | 0 | 2 | Yes | No | Injury |
| CA100051524A | Apr 5, 2001 | CA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| SACRAMENTO | CA | 102 | 3 |
| VALLEJO | CA | 78 | 8 |
| SOLANO AREA | CA | 75 | 6 |
| 1660 WEST BEACH ST WATSONVILLE | CA | 62 | 3 |
| CORDELIA IF | CA | 42 | 7 |
| GILROY IF | CA | 14 | 3 |
| NORTH SACRAMENTO AREA | CA | 8 | 0 |
| WATSONVILLE AREA | CA | 6 | 0 |
| NAPA AREA | CA | 3 | 0 |
| CORDELIA CVEF | CA | 1 | 0 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 111 | 0 |
| 393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 27 | 2 |
| 396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | Vehicle Maintenance | 17 | 1 |
| 393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | Vehicle Maintenance | 10 | 0 |
| 393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 6 | 0 |
| 393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | Vehicle Maintenance | 5 | 5 |
| 393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 5 | 0 |
| 396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | Vehicle Maintenance | 5 | 0 |
| 393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | Vehicle Maintenance | 4 | 0 |
| 393.207(a) | Suspension defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 2 |
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How to verify MICHAELS TRANSPORTATION SERVICE INC
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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