MEL RESSLER TRUCKING LLC
Do not book — hard regulatory blocker
One or more hard blockers are on file. Do not tender until the issue is cured and confirmed on FMCSA.
- Census status: Inactive FMCSA census marks this USDOT as not actively authorized. Confirm on SAFER before tendering.
- OOS rate worse than size peers Driver and/or vehicle out-of-service rate is above the peer median.
- Satisfactory FMCSA safety rating
- OOS rate better than size peers
Plain-text risk summary (print / paste)
TruckCodex risk summary — MEL RESSLER TRUCKING LLC (USDOT 600198) Verdict: DO NOT BOOK Do not book — hard regulatory blocker One or more hard blockers are on file. Do not tender until the issue is cured and confirmed on FMCSA. Authority / census status: Inactive Officer(s): BRYAN BERGER (Owner); LEVI BERGER (Additional owner) Organization: INDIVIDUAL Blockers: • Census status: Inactive — FMCSA census marks this USDOT as not actively authorized. Confirm on SAFER before tendering. Cautions: • OOS rate worse than size peers — Driver and/or vehicle out-of-service rate is above the peer median. On file: • Satisfactory FMCSA safety rating • OOS rate better than size peers Source: https://truckcodex.com/usdot/600198/ As of: Jul 18, 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 C
Composite of 4/5 scored components (mean 68/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
C
confidence 80% · 4/5 signals
Compliance grade C
Composite of 4/5 scored components (mean 68/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
Census status is Inactive — confirm on SAFER before tendering.
Insurance/BIPD signal not resolved for this carrier.
NR reason: No active policies and no uninsured flag to score against.
Driver OOS 28.6% vs peer median 0% (worse). Vehicle OOS 0% vs peer median 7.7% (better). n=113963 same-size ACTIVE peers.
Official FMCSA Satisfactory 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: Do not book.
Recent changes
- Status ACTIVE → INACTIVE · May 25, 2026 · FMCSA Company Census
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 | 9 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailers | 9 | 0 | 0 |
Self-reported on the carrier’s Form MCS-150 (FMCSA Company Census).
Inspections (24 months)
All 23 inspections →| Driver | Vehicle | Hazmat | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspections | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| OOS inspections | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| OOS percentage | 100% | 100% | — |
| 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
MEL RESSLER TRUCKING LLC is a individual based in MANDAN, ND, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 600198. The carrier carries the FMCSA status Inactive, with a safety rating of Satisfactory. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 9 power units and 9 drivers, with 23 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 28.6%. 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.
MEL RESSLER TRUCKING LLC is a small fleet, operating 9 power units and 9 drivers, organized as an individual, based in Mandan, ND. Across 5 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 40.0% out-of-service rate, with 1 reportable crash. no operating authority record was located.
5 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, down 72% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in ND (3) and MT (1), with Level 3 inspections the most common.
40.0% out-of-service rate; led by Hours of Service (40.0% of violations); top code 392.2 (Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued) cited 4 times.
The fleet comprises 9 power units (small fleet) and 9 drivers; Peterbilt, Wilson tra, and Timpte are the most-inspected makes.
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 113,963 ACTIVE carriers operating 4–14 power units (±50% of this carrier's 9 unit fleet).
Fleet History
Sourced from FMCSA daily imports; field-level change log. 1 tracked change on record. · 1 status change
Record Changes
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Status ACTIVE INACTIVEFMCSA Company Census
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota (ND) | 1 | 1 | 100.0% | Aug 1, 2024 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Peterbilt | 7 | |
| Wilson | 5 | |
| Other | 1 | |
| Timpte | 1 |
Recent Inspections (23 rows) View all 23 →
Recent Crashes (4 rows)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ND0001154049 | Jun 4, 2024 | ND | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| SD0201819748 | Dec 8, 2018 | SD | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| ND0000150456 | Nov 26, 2007 | ND | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MN0060050252 | Dec 14, 2005 | MN | 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| LIMON WB POE | CO | 1 | 0 |
| DECLO PORT OF ENTRY | ID | 1 | 0 |
| RED RIVER WEIGH STATION | MN | 1 | 0 |
| WORTHINGTON SCALE | MN | 1 | 1 |
| BILLINGS EB SCALE | MT | 1 | 1 |
| BUTTE SCALE | MT | 1 | 0 |
| ROADSIDE | MT | 1 | 1 |
| SHELBY MT | MT | 1 | 0 |
| SIDNEY | MT | 1 | 1 |
| BEACH SCALE | ND | 1 | 1 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392.2 | Violation of Local Laws - Explain: | Unsafe Driving | 14 | 0 |
| 395.8(a) | No drivers record of duty status when one is required | Hours of Service | 4 | 0 |
| 393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper. | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 0 |
| 395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | Hours of Service | 3 | 3 |
| 395.8(f)(1) | Driver’s record of duty status not current | Hours of Service | 3 | 0 |
| 395.8(k)(2) | Driver failing to retain previous 7 days records of duty status | Hours of Service | 3 | 3 |
| 396.17(c) | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 0 |
| 396.3(a)(1) | Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 2 |
| 383.23(a)(2) | Operating a CMV without a CDL | Driver Fitness | 1 | 1 |
| 391.11(b)(5) | Driver lacking valid license for type vehicle being operated | Driver Fitness | 1 | 1 |
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4 reportable crashes
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How to verify MEL RESSLER TRUCKING LLC
- 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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