APPLIANCE WAREHOUSE INC
USDOT 588938 • 84 S 6TH STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15203
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-376227 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Apr 7, 2016 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY CO. OF CONNECTICUT | BIPD/Primary | 8S818736 | ON FILE | Dec 1, 2022 | Dec 1, 2024 |
| PEERLESS INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | IM 96 155 53 | ON FILE | Jul 24, 2002 | May 29, 2022 |
Insurance History (12 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OHIO CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | BAO 55290317 | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2015 | Dec 1, 2022 |
| GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | BIPD/Primary | CBA0753980 | CANCELLED | Mar 7, 2011 | Apr 23, 2016 |
| GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | BIPD/Primary | CBA0753980 | REPLACED | Mar 7, 2011 | Dec 1, 2015 |
| SENTINEL INSURANCE COMPANY, LTD | BIPD/Primary | 40 UEN JO6593 | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2008 | Mar 7, 2011 |
| OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | Z-35726 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2008 | Dec 1, 2008 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LGBA100113 0705 | CANCELLED | Jul 24, 2005 | Feb 28, 2009 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PAP 227173 0701 | REPLACED | Jul 24, 2001 | Jul 24, 2005 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PAP 227173 0701 | CANCELLED | Jul 24, 2001 | Aug 30, 2005 |
| ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | R 712209 | CANCELLED | Jul 24, 2000 | Sep 19, 2002 |
| NORTHWESTERN NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CAA 502 82 83 | CANCELLED | Jul 24, 2000 | Jul 24, 2001 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0000394 | CANCELLED | Jun 24, 2000 | Aug 30, 2000 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CARGO | OPO0000394 | CANCELLED | Jun 24, 2000 | Aug 30, 2000 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY CO. OF CONNECTICUT | 8S818736 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2024 | Dec 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | OHIO CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BAO 55290317 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2022 | Dec 1, 2022 |
| CANCEL | PEERLESS INSURANCE CO. | IM 96 155 53 | CARGO | May 29, 2022 | May 29, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | CBA0753980 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 23, 2016 | Apr 23, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | GENERAL CASUALTY COMPANY OF WISCONSIN | CBA0753980 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2015 | Dec 1, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTINEL INSURANCE COMPANY, LTD | 40 UEN JO6593 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 7, 2011 | Mar 7, 2011 |
| CANCEL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LGBA100113 0705 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 28, 2009 | Feb 28, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | OLD REPUBLIC INSURANCE COMPANY | Z-35726 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2008 | Dec 1, 2008 |
| TERM/CANCL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | PAP 227173 0701 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 30, 2005 | Aug 30, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | PAP 227173 0701 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 24, 2005 | Jul 24, 2005 |
| CANCEL | ONEBEACON INSURANCE COMPANY | R 712209 | CARGO | Sep 19, 2002 | Sep 19, 2002 |
| CANCEL | NORTHWESTERN NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CAA 502 82 83 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 24, 2001 | Jul 24, 2001 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0000394 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 30, 2000 | Aug 30, 2000 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0000394 | CARGO | Aug 30, 2000 | Aug 30, 2000 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-376227 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-376227 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (7 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC376227 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 28, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 7, 2016 |
| MC376227 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jul 10, 2009 | — | Unknown |
| MC376227 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 3, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 19, 2005 |
| MC376227 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 16, 2002 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 8, 2002 |
| MC376227 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 17, 2001 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 16, 2001 |
| MC376227 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jan 22, 2001 | REVOKED | Mar 9, 2009 |
| MC376227 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jul 20, 2000 | REVOKED | Nov 14, 2000 |
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
9 states • 47 inspections
Violation Summary (84 violations from 47 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 5 | 5 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 3 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47A | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-AASGMD | More than 25% of the slider-guide/hold-down brackets are missing or disengaged. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.41A-MCPC | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.47B-BMBCAD | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51A-SIN | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8F1-HOSM | HOS (Manner) - Driver's record of duty status not current to the time shown for last change of duty status. Date and Time: | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83E | Exhaust - System discharging from a truck or truck-tractor at a location other than at the rear of the cab | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 1 | 1 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.8-D | Driver - Failed to inspect /use emergency equipment | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLMF | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.3A3II | Driving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty off duty or sleeper period of at least 30 minutes | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | 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-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47(a) | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 1 | 1 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2C | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BOS | 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 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(1) | Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24(d) | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.15(g)(2) | 395.15(g)(2) | 1 | 0 | — | 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 (47 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
20 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (20 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 3, 2025 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | PITTSBURGH CITY | MERCHANT ST | ...BV1477 | APPLIANCE WAREHOUSE INC |
| Jun 25, 2024 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | MIDDLESEX TOWNSHIP | ROUTE 0008 N | ...999999 | APPLIANCE WAREHOUSE INC |
| Sep 7, 2023 | WV | INJURY | 0 | 1 | PETERSBURG | US RT 220 | ...HBV190 | APPLIANCE WAREHOUSE INC |
| Nov 23, 2022 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | EDGEWOOD BOROUGH | INTERSTATE 0376 W | ...146982 | APPLIANCE WAREHOUSE INC |
| Jun 27, 2022 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | DORMONT BOROUGH | HILLSDALE AV | ...002961 | APPLIANCE WAREHOUSE INC |
| Mar 1, 2021 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | BUTLER TOWNSHIP | ROUTE 0356 N | ...FV1750 | APPLIANCE WAREHOUSE INC |
| Dec 21, 2020 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 6, 2019 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
| May 10, 2019 | NJ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 14, 2017 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 15, 2016 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 2, 2016 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 16, 2012 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 1, 2010 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 27, 2010 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 27, 2010 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 17, 2009 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 10, 2009 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 16, 2008 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 8, 2007 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
35 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 35 events