COWANS TRUCKING LLC
USDOT 605105 • 3319 KIRBY PKWY, MEMPHIS, TN, 38115
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-523322 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jul 6, 2020 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0200023001 | ON FILE | Jul 5, 2022 | Jul 5, 2025 |
Insurance History (13 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0153996001 | REPLACED | Jul 5, 2020 | Jul 5, 2022 |
| CRUM & FORSTER INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 133-7459247 | CANCELLED | Jul 5, 2019 | Jul 5, 2020 |
| PROGRESSIVE GULF INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 7831995 | REPLACED | Jul 5, 2018 | Jul 5, 2019 |
| PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | SC1707088 | CANCELLED | Jan 4, 2018 | Jul 5, 2018 |
| PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | SC1707088 | CANCELLED | Jul 5, 2017 | Jan 4, 2018 |
| SHELTER GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 01-C-8161760 | CANCELLED | Jun 2, 2017 | Jul 5, 2017 |
| SHELTER GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 1-C8161760 | REPLACED | Apr 25, 2012 | Jun 2, 2017 |
| SHELTER GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 1-C8161760 | CANCELLED | Apr 25, 2012 | Jun 4, 2017 |
| PROGRESSIVE HAWAII INSURANCE CORP | BIPD/Primary | CA 7730187 | CANCELLED | Nov 20, 2010 | Feb 15, 2012 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP59216A | REPLACED | Nov 20, 2008 | Nov 20, 2010 |
| REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | RICTN0001852 | CANCELLED | Nov 20, 2007 | Nov 20, 2008 |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | DSN000012660 | CANCELLED | Nov 20, 2006 | Nov 20, 2007 |
| ACCEPTANCE INDEMNITY INSURANCE CO | BIPD/Primary | CT00009898 | REPLACED | Jul 5, 2005 | Nov 20, 2006 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0200023001 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 5, 2025 | Jul 5, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0153996001 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 5, 2022 | Jul 5, 2022 |
| CANCEL | CRUM & FORSTER INDEMNITY COMPANY | 133-7459247 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 5, 2020 | Jul 5, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE GULF INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 7831995 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 5, 2019 | Jul 5, 2019 |
| CANCEL | PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY | SC1707088 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 5, 2018 | Jul 5, 2018 |
| CANCEL | PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY | SC1707088 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 4, 2018 | Jan 4, 2018 |
| CANCEL | SHELTER GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 01-C-8161760 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 5, 2017 | Jul 5, 2017 |
| TERM/CANCL | SHELTER GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 1-C8161760 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 4, 2017 | Jun 4, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | SHELTER GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 1-C8161760 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 2, 2017 | Jun 2, 2017 |
| CANCEL | PROGRESSIVE HAWAII INSURANCE CORP | CA 7730187 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 15, 2012 | Feb 15, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP59216A | BIPD/Primary | Nov 20, 2010 | Nov 20, 2010 |
| CANCEL | REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | RICTN0001852 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 20, 2008 | Nov 20, 2008 |
| CANCEL | CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | DSN000012660 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 20, 2007 | Nov 20, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | ACCEPTANCE INDEMNITY INSURANCE CO | CT00009898 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 20, 2006 | Nov 20, 2006 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-523322 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| CONTRACT | MC-523322 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| CONTRACT | MC-523322 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (9 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC523322 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 8, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 6, 2020 |
| MC523322 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 8, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 5, 2018 |
| MC523322 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Feb 14, 2018 | — | Unknown |
| MC523322 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 8, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 5, 2017 |
| MC523322 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 8, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 5, 2017 |
| MC523322 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | May 15, 2013 | REVOKED | Jan 10, 2018 |
| MC523322 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Dec 30, 2008 | REVOKED | Feb 21, 2012 |
| MC523322 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 24, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 21, 2007 |
| MC523322 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jul 11, 2005 | REVOKED | Nov 26, 2008 |
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
3 states • 18 inspections
Violation Summary (32 violations from 18 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 4 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLMF | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 2 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLNP | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV while not in possession of a CDL on person | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:387.301A | 387.301A | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.23-LEU | Lighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g. unplugged or loose pigtail) | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203(e) | Cab front bumper missing/unsecured/protrude | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | 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 (18 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
12 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (12 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 9, 2025 | TN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | MEMPHIS | S THIRD ST | ...MS8200 | COWANS TRUCKING LLC |
| Jul 11, 2024 | MS | TOW | 0 | 0 | SOUTHAVEN | 55 | ...102787 | COWANS TRUCKING LLC |
| Jan 31, 2023 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | MEMPHIS | S THIRD ST | ...296069 | COWANS TRUCKING LLC |
| Jul 18, 2022 | TN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | I-40 | ...102788 | COWANS TRUCKING LLC |
| Jan 6, 2022 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I-40 | ...102788 | COWANS TRUCKING LLC |
| Dec 29, 2017 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 13, 2014 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 4, 2012 | TN | FATAL | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 26, 2009 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 23, 2008 | TN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 18, 2006 | AR | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 20, 2005 | TN | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
27 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 27 events