TAYLOR DISTRIBUTING COMPANY
USDOT 81220 • 9287 MERIDIAN WAY, WEST CHESTER, OH, 45069
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (4)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | EBA 021 97 22 | ON FILE | Dec 1, 2016 | Dec 1, 2019 |
| OHIO FARMERS INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 5943414 | ON FILE | Oct 1, 2013 | Aug 21, 2014 |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 33 MS IE2231 | ON FILE | May 1, 2008 | Mar 26, 2020 |
| MONROE GUARANTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | MG 210506 | ON FILE | May 1, 1994 | May 1, 1996 |
Insurance History (18 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | EBA 021 97 22 | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2013 | Dec 1, 2016 |
| OHIO FARMERS INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 5943414 | REPLACED | Oct 5, 2012 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-K04062 | REPLACED | May 1, 2012 | Dec 1, 2013 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-K04062 | REPLACED | May 1, 2009 | May 1, 2012 |
| PEERLESS INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | IM 960 54 16 | REPLACED | May 1, 2006 | May 1, 2008 |
| OHIO FARMERS INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | NONE | REPLACED | Aug 21, 2002 | Oct 5, 2012 |
| OHIO FARMERS INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | NONE | CANCELLED | Aug 21, 2002 | Oct 13, 2012 |
| INDIANA INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | IM 9605416 | CANCELLED | May 1, 2002 | Nov 22, 2006 |
| INDIANA INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | IM 9605416 | REPLACED | May 1, 2002 | May 1, 2006 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-K04062 | CANCELLED | May 1, 2000 | Feb 17, 2010 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-K04062 | REPLACED | May 1, 2000 | May 1, 2009 |
| ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CIR762281 | REPLACED | May 1, 2000 | May 1, 2002 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AT2 181 006016 02 | REPLACED | May 1, 1996 | May 1, 2000 |
| ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CBR 539153 | REPLACED | May 1, 1996 | May 1, 2000 |
| ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CBR 539153 | CANCELLED | May 1, 1996 | Aug 11, 2000 |
| MONROE GUARANTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | MG210506 | CANCELLED | May 1, 1994 | Jun 1, 1996 |
| MONROE GUARANTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | MG 210506 | CANCELLED | May 1, 1994 | Jun 1, 1996 |
| UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | SURETY | NONE | REPLACED | Jan 5, 1989 | Aug 21, 2002 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 33 MS IE2231 | CARGO | Mar 26, 2020 | Mar 26, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | EBA 021 97 22 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2019 | Dec 1, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | EBA 021 97 22 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2016 | Dec 1, 2016 |
| CANCEL | OHIO FARMERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 5943414 | SURETY | Aug 21, 2014 | Aug 21, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-K04062 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2013 | Dec 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | OHIO FARMERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 5943414 | SURETY | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| TERM/CANCL | OHIO FARMERS INSURANCE COMPANY | NONE | SURETY | Oct 13, 2012 | Oct 13, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | OHIO FARMERS INSURANCE COMPANY | NONE | SURETY | Oct 5, 2012 | Oct 5, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-K04062 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2012 | May 1, 2012 |
| TERM/CANCL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-K04062 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 17, 2010 | Feb 17, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-K04062 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2009 | May 1, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | PEERLESS INSURANCE CO. | IM 960 54 16 | CARGO | May 1, 2008 | May 1, 2008 |
| TERM/CANCL | INDIANA INSURANCE CO. | IM 9605416 | CARGO | Nov 22, 2006 | Nov 22, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | INDIANA INSURANCE CO. | IM 9605416 | CARGO | May 1, 2006 | May 1, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | NONE | SURETY | Aug 21, 2002 | Aug 21, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | CIR762281 | CARGO | May 1, 2002 | May 1, 2002 |
| TERM/CANCL | ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | CBR 539153 | CARGO | Aug 11, 2000 | Aug 11, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AT2 181 006016 02 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2000 | May 1, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | CBR 539153 | CARGO | May 1, 2000 | May 1, 2000 |
| TERM/CANCL | MONROE GUARANTY INSURANCE COMPANY | MG 210506 | BIPD | Jun 1, 1996 | Jun 1, 1996 |
| CANCEL | MONROE GUARANTY INSURANCE COMPANY | MG210506 | CARGO | Jun 1, 1996 | Jun 1, 1996 |
| TERM/REPL | MONROE GUARANTY INSURANCE COMPANY | MG 210506 | BIPD | May 1, 1996 | May 1, 1996 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROKER | MC-022276 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC022276 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 13, 1996 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC022276 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Jan 26, 1989 | REVOKED | Aug 27, 2014 |
| MC022276 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Aug 25, 1988 | — | Unknown |
| MC022276 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | May 5, 1986 | — | Unknown |
| MC022276 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 11, 1984 | — | Unknown |
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
8 states • 63 inspections
Violation Summary (156 violations from 63 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 17 | 5 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 16 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 6 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 6 | 6 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 5 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 5 | 3 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 4 | 4 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 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 | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.25(f) | Lamps on rear of CMV obscured by load | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(a) | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 3 | 3 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(f) | Air suspension pressure loss | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9(a)(2) | Failing to secure vehicle equipment | 3 | 3 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 2 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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 | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.3A1-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(a) | 390.21T(a) | 2 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.75A2 | Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9BRKLAMP | Inoperative Brake Lamps | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLCP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22G-ELDMFV | HOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LTNRV | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.41A-MCPC | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3AII | Driving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty off duty or sleeper berth period of at least 30 consecutive minutes | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLML | 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:392.16B-DPASS | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB3-OPERBY | 390.21TB3-OPERBY | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:177.823A-HMTVMNID | Movement of damaged hazmat packages | 1 | 0 | 9 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:177.823A-HMPMCNP-L6-1 | Movement of damaged hazmat packages | 1 | 0 | 9 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.7B-D | Driver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection of intermodal equipment | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203 | Cab/body parts requirements violations | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205(a) | Wheel/rim defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.25(b) | Lamps on rear of CMV obscured by load | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70 | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.86(a)(1) | Rear end protection (ICC bumper) missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9(a)(3) | Drivers view and / or movement is obstructed | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.25(a) | Lamps on rear of CMV obscured by load | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(ii) | Driving after 60/70-hour limit | 1 | 0 | 8 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | 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 (63 inspections)
Showing 50 of 63
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 7, 2025 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SADIEVILLE | I 0075 | ...UP6850 | TAYLOR DISTRIBUTING COMPANY |
| Nov 21, 2024 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | FRANKLIN (TOWNSHIP OF) | IR 71 | ...NH2260 | TAYLOR DISTRIBUTING COMPANY |
| Apr 23, 2024 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | SPRINGDALE | IR 275 | ...UP6850 | TAYLOR DISTRIBUTING |
| Dec 15, 2023 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | GREENVILLE (TOWNSHIP OF) | HORATO HARRIS CREEK RD | ...G49265 | TAYLOR DISTRIBUTING COMPANY |
| Aug 9, 2023 | KY | FATAL | 1 | 0 | PRINCETON | I 0069 | ...UP6853 | TAYLOR DISTRIBUTING COMPANY |
| Jan 12, 2022 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | CINCINNATI | IR 75 | ...HF8903 | TAYLOR DISTRIBUTING CO |
| Jun 15, 2021 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | MONROE | SR 63 | ...FX5780 | TAYLOR DISTRIBUTING COMPANY |
| Apr 19, 2021 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | MORAINE | IR 75 | ...BA7848 | TAYLOR DISTRIBUTING COMPANY |
| Dec 9, 2019 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 17, 2018 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 11, 2018 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 23, 2015 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 14, 2014 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 10, 2013 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 25, 2013 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 21, 2012 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 11, 2011 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 30, 2011 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 5, 2010 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 24, 2008 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 22, 2008 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 27, 2007 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 17, 2007 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 2, 2007 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 20, 2006 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
Enforcement Actions
1 closed case — FMCSA civil penalties
1 Enforcement Case
| Case Number | Closed Date | Violation Code(s) | Settlement | Subject Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| OH-2024-0039-US1858 | Jul 27, 2024 | 392.4(a) | $3,680 | Carrier |
Compliance Timeline
50 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 50 events