- No active BIPD/Primary insurance on file — uninsured for 352 days (since May 31, 2025). A carrier without active primary liability coverage cannot legally operate.
KUSTOM CARRIERS INC
KUSTOM CARRIERS INC is a corporation based in ABINGDON, VA, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 701193. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, with a safety rating of S. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 18 power units and 15 drivers, with 52 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 41.2%. 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.
KUSTOM CARRIERS INC is a mid-sized fleet, operating 18 power units and 15 drivers, organized as a corporation, based in Abingdon, VA. Across 33 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 30.3% out-of-service rate, with 1 reportable crash. The carrier currently has no active BIPD/Primary coverage on file, and operating authority is active for contract.
Active filings
Safety Snapshot
33 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 83% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in TN (11) and TX (7), with Level 3 inspections the most common.
30.3% out-of-service rate; led by Vehicle Maintenance (75.0% of violations); top code 392.2 (Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued) cited 7 times.
The fleet comprises 18 power units (mid-sized fleet) and 15 drivers; Peterbilt, Kenworth, and Unknown are the most-inspected makes.
Compliance
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 52,415 ACTIVE carriers operating 9–27 power units (±50% of this carrier's 18 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tennessee (TN) | 9 | 2 | 22.2% | Mar 13, 2026 |
| Virginia (VA) | 6 | 2 | 33.3% | Apr 21, 2026 |
| Texas (TX) | 6 | 3 | 50.0% | Mar 19, 2026 |
| Kentucky (KY) | 4 | 0 | 0.0% | Mar 4, 2026 |
| West Virginia (WV) | 2 | 0 | 0.0% | Jul 10, 2024 |
| Oklahoma (OK) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Oct 1, 2024 |
| Louisiana (LA) | 1 | 1 | 100.0% | Apr 14, 2026 |
| Georgia (GA) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | May 15, 2025 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Peterbilt | 26 | |
| Kenworth | 14 | |
| Dorsey Tra | 6 | |
| Unknown | 5 | |
| Utility | 5 | |
| Western Star | 5 | |
| Easu | 3 | |
| Other | 3 |
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
SMS data not available
FMCSA's Safety Measurement System has not published per-BASIC scores for this carrier yet. This typically means the carrier doesn't meet minimum exposure thresholds (inspections/power units), or their SMS snapshot hasn't been ingested.
Recent Inspections (52 rows) View all 52 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87655715 | Apr 21, 2026 | VA | 3 | BLAND VA |
WESTERN ST TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87589610 | Apr 14, 2026 | LA | 1 | RAYVILLE LA |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 3A1-BOS, 47E, 53B-B | Yes |
| 87373591 | Mar 19, 2026 | TX | 2 | IH10 WB KINGSBURY SCALE |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 393.51, 393.11 | Yes |
| 87292978 | Mar 13, 2026 | TN | 3 | BEAN STATION TN |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87201662 | Mar 4, 2026 | KY | 2 | JENKINS |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87182521 | Feb 23, 2026 | TX | 2 | 450M US67 SB |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 393.9, 393.55E, 393.104B | No |
| 87118809 | Feb 19, 2026 | TX | 2 | US77 RIVIERA SCALE |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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9 | 393.45B2UV, 392.2RG, 393.11 | Yes |
| 86748004 | Jan 8, 2026 | VA | 1 | LEBANON VA |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
|
9 | 396.3A1-BOS, 396.3A1-F, 393.47E | Yes |
| 86564413 | Dec 13, 2025 | TN | 3 | KNOXVILLE TN |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 86258706 | Nov 5, 2025 | TN | 1 | MOHAWK TN |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
3 | 393.47A-BCFSBD-SA, 393.9A-LHLI, 392.2-SLLEWA2 | Yes |
| 85922401 | Sep 29, 2025 | TN | 3 | MOHAWK TN |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 85863337 | Sep 23, 2025 | TN | 2 | MOHAWK TN |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
|
5 | 392.2-SLLEWA1, 393.9A-HLLH, 395.8A | No |
| 85791931 | Sep 10, 2025 | TX | 2 | US77 RIVIERA SCALE |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 393.78, 393.45B2UV | No |
| 85695949 | Sep 2, 2025 | TX | 2 | IH10 EB KINGSBURY SCALE |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
|
9 | 393.209D, 393.78, 393.9 | Yes |
| 85463324 | Aug 11, 2025 | VA | 2 | BLAND VA |
WESTERN ST TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32, 393.9A-LIL | No |
| 84749985 | May 15, 2025 | GA | 3 | WAVERLY GA |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLLR | No |
| 84037693 | Mar 5, 2025 | KY | 1 | PRESTONSBURG |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 393.47E, 393.53B, 393.55E | No |
| 84041293 | Mar 3, 2025 | TX | 2 | — |
KW TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 395.8F01, 396.3A1 | No |
| 83725219 | Jan 28, 2025 | VA | 1 | TROUTVILLE VA |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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5 | 393.47E, 393.55E-B, 393.9A-LIL | No |
| 83504021 | Dec 30, 2024 | VA | 3 | CHESAPEAKE VA |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 83239022 | Nov 23, 2024 | TN | 1 | MOHAWK TN |
WESTERN ST TRUCK TRACTOR
|
4 | 393.47A-BCLMBD-SA, 396.5B-L, 393.47A-BCLMBD | Yes |
| 82916748 | Oct 14, 2024 | TN | 3 | MOHAWK TN |
KENWORTH STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
0 | — | No |
| 82839738 | Oct 3, 2024 | TN | 2 | MOHAWK TN |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
4 | 392.2 | No |
| 82804968 | Oct 1, 2024 | OK | 3 | I-44 MM 97 |
KW TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 82198711 | Jul 23, 2024 | VA | 1 | LEBANON VA |
WESTERN ST TRUCK TRACTOR
|
3 | 396.5(b), 393.9(a), 393.55(d)(3) | Yes |
Recent Crashes (27 rows) View all 27 →
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TN0400413024 | Dec 13, 2025 | TN | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| SC0024217445 | Feb 25, 2024 | SC | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| TN0300876219 | Mar 28, 2023 | TN | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| WV202221067A | Sep 13, 2022 | WV | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| VA0222235320 | Aug 11, 2022 | VA | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| NC0106988968 | Jun 17, 2022 | NC | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| WV202108663A | Mar 15, 2021 | WV | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| TN0102912568 | Feb 10, 2021 | TN | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| VA0203185198 | Nov 12, 2020 | VA | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| PA909059300X | Sep 6, 2019 | PA | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MN0190710129 | Mar 12, 2019 | MN | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| VA0172735201 | Sep 29, 2017 | VA | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| VA0163335199 | Nov 4, 2016 | VA | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MS2504160700 | Sep 27, 2016 | MS | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OH0166055046 | Apr 28, 2016 | OH | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| TN0100966318 | Sep 22, 2015 | TN | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| VA0142855072 | Oct 8, 2014 | VA | 0 | 2 | No | Yes | Injury |
| VA0142715276 | Sep 25, 2014 | VA | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| VA0121535247 | May 31, 2012 | VA | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| WV000024550A | Feb 8, 2012 | WV | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| TN0008785433 | Oct 8, 2010 | TN | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| NJ0007289305 | Nov 6, 2007 | NJ | 0 | 2 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| VA0000097622 | Jun 29, 2007 | VA | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| VA0000098117 | Nov 26, 2006 | VA | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| PA405798400X | Jun 24, 2003 | PA | 0 | 1 | No | Yes | Injury |
Authority Records (1 docket)
Insurance Coverage Timeline (20 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT246103001 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 14, 2024 | Apr 29, 2025 | REPLACED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT246103001 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 14, 2024 | May 31, 2025 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT246103001 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2023 | Jul 6, 2024 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CT246103001 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2023 | Jun 14, 2024 | REPLACED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 246103001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 4, 2023 | Dec 1, 2023 | REPLACED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 246103001 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2022 | Jan 4, 2023 | REPLACED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 246103001 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2019 | Oct 24, 2022 | REPLACED |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LFO0002532 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2015 | Dec 1, 2019 | REPLACED |
| CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA130222 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2013 | Dec 1, 2015 | CANCELLED |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF001701 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2012 | Dec 1, 2013 | REPLACED |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LTO0005117 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2011 | Dec 1, 2012 | REPLACED |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TF275097 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2010 | Dec 1, 2011 | REPLACED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA02641800 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 15, 2008 | Dec 1, 2010 | REPLACED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA02641800 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 15, 2008 | Dec 4, 2010 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA02641800 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2007 | Oct 15, 2008 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | V114632 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 13, 2004 | Nov 1, 2007 | REPLACED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | V114632 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 13, 2004 | Dec 19, 2007 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | V103862 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 8, 1998 | Oct 13, 2004 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | MTC042734 | CARGO | Oct 7, 1997 | Oct 19, 2005 | CANCELLED |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 333636 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 7, 1997 | Dec 8, 1998 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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May 31, 2025insuranceTERM/CANCL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Apr 29, 2025insuranceTERM/REPL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Jul 6, 2024insuranceTERM/CANCL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Jun 17, 2024
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Jun 14, 2024insuranceTERM/REPL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Dec 1, 2023insuranceTERM/REPL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Nov 22, 2023
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Jan 4, 2023insuranceTERM/REPL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Oct 24, 2022insuranceTERM/REPL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Dec 1, 2019insuranceTERM/REPL — NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY
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Dec 1, 2015insuranceCANCEL — CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY
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Nov 25, 2015
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Dec 1, 2013insuranceTERM/REPL — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
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Dec 1, 2012insuranceTERM/REPL — NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY
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Dec 1, 2011insuranceTERM/REPL — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
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Dec 4, 2010insuranceTERM/CANCL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Dec 1, 2010insuranceTERM/REPL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Nov 30, 2010
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Oct 15, 2008insuranceCANCEL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Dec 19, 2007insuranceTERM/CANCL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Nov 1, 2007insuranceTERM/REPL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Oct 19, 2005insuranceCANCEL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Oct 19, 2004
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Oct 13, 2004insuranceCANCEL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Dec 8, 1998insuranceCANCEL — CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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Oct 21, 1997
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| MOHAWK TN | TN | 8 | 2 |
| BETSY LAYNE | KY | 2 | 0 |
| PRESTONSBURG | KY | 2 | 1 |
| GREENE COUNTY SCALES | TN | 2 | 0 |
| US77 RIVIERA SCALE | TX | 2 | 1 |
| BLAND VA | VA | 2 | 0 |
| LEBANON VA | VA | 2 | 2 |
| WAVERLY GA | GA | 1 | 0 |
| JENKINS | KY | 1 | 0 |
| NORTH CORBIN | KY | 1 | 0 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 9 | 0 |
| 393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 5 | 0 |
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Vehicle Maintenance | 4 | 0 |
| 393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 0 |
| 396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 2 |
| 393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 393.78 | Windshield condition defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 393.45(a) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 1 |
| 393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.51 | Steering wheel free play excessive | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 1 |
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CANAL INSURANCE CO.
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NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY
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