TRANSPORT SPECIALIST LLC
USDOT 967051 • 4700 MILLERSBURG ROAD, BELL BUCKLE, TN, 37020
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals2 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-473063 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Oct 12, 2021 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROGRESSIVE HAWAII INSURANCE CORP | BIPD/Primary | CA952890234 | ON FILE | Oct 9, 2024 | Oct 9, 2025 |
Insurance History (32 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROGRESSIVE HAWAII INSURANCE CORP | BIPD/Primary | CA952890234 | REPLACED | Oct 9, 2021 | Oct 9, 2024 |
| PROGRESSIVE HAWAII INSURANCE CORP | BIPD/Primary | CA2737198 | CANCELLED | Nov 30, 2020 | Oct 19, 2021 |
| PROGRESSIVE HAWAII INSURANCE CORP | BIPD/Primary | CA2737198 | REPLACED | Nov 30, 2020 | Oct 9, 2021 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN270131 | CANCELLED | Jan 2, 2020 | Nov 17, 2020 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN270131 | CANCELLED | Oct 11, 2019 | Jan 2, 2020 |
| PROGRESSIVE HAWAII INSURANCE CORP | BIPD/Primary | CA 4199411 | REPLACED | Oct 11, 2017 | Oct 11, 2019 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN203796 | CANCELLED | Jun 16, 2017 | Sep 18, 2017 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN203796 | CANCELLED | Mar 16, 2017 | Jun 16, 2017 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN182285 | CANCELLED | Apr 22, 2016 | Mar 16, 2017 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN182285 | CANCELLED | Feb 26, 2016 | Apr 22, 2016 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN155590 | CANCELLED | Jul 16, 2015 | Feb 26, 2016 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN155590 | CANCELLED | Apr 16, 2015 | Jul 16, 2015 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN155590 | CANCELLED | Feb 16, 2015 | Apr 16, 2015 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN134858 | CANCELLED | Sep 16, 2014 | Feb 16, 2015 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN134858 | CANCELLED | Jun 16, 2014 | Sep 16, 2014 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN134858 | CANCELLED | Apr 16, 2014 | Jun 16, 2014 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN111000 | CANCELLED | Apr 16, 2013 | Apr 16, 2014 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN111000 | CANCELLED | Feb 18, 2013 | Apr 16, 2013 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN052034 | CANCELLED | Oct 17, 2011 | Feb 18, 2013 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN052034 | CANCELLED | Jul 18, 2011 | Oct 17, 2011 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN052034 | CANCELLED | Feb 16, 2011 | Jul 18, 2011 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN052034 | CANCELLED | Nov 29, 2010 | Feb 16, 2011 |
| NATIONAL AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | SL05040141 | CANCELLED | Nov 29, 2009 | Nov 29, 2010 |
| NATIONAL AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | SL05040041 | CANCELLED | Nov 29, 2008 | Nov 29, 2009 |
| AMERICAN EQUITY SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GT100908 | REPLACED | Nov 29, 2006 | Nov 29, 2008 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 476717 | CANCELLED | Jun 2, 2006 | Nov 24, 2006 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 476717 | REPLACED | Dec 9, 2005 | Jun 2, 2006 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 476717 | CANCELLED | Dec 9, 2005 | Jun 29, 2006 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 448513 | CANCELLED | Aug 23, 2005 | Nov 24, 2005 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 448513 | REPLACED | Nov 24, 2004 | Aug 23, 2005 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 448513 | CANCELLED | Nov 24, 2004 | Sep 23, 2005 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN392984 | CANCELLED | Nov 26, 2003 | Nov 29, 2004 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE HAWAII INSURANCE CORP | CA952890234 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 9, 2025 | Oct 9, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE HAWAII INSURANCE CORP | CA952890234 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 9, 2024 | Oct 9, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | PROGRESSIVE HAWAII INSURANCE CORP | CA2737198 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 19, 2021 | Oct 19, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE HAWAII INSURANCE CORP | CA2737198 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 9, 2021 | Oct 9, 2021 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN270131 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 17, 2020 | Nov 17, 2020 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN270131 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 2, 2020 | Jan 2, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE HAWAII INSURANCE CORP | CA 4199411 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 11, 2019 | Oct 11, 2019 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN203796 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 18, 2017 | Sep 18, 2017 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN203796 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 16, 2017 | Jun 16, 2017 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN182285 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 16, 2017 | Mar 16, 2017 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN182285 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 22, 2016 | Apr 22, 2016 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN155590 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 26, 2016 | Feb 26, 2016 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN155590 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 16, 2015 | Jul 16, 2015 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN155590 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 16, 2015 | Apr 16, 2015 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN134858 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 16, 2015 | Feb 16, 2015 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN134858 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 16, 2014 | Sep 16, 2014 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN134858 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 16, 2014 | Jun 16, 2014 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN111000 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 16, 2014 | Apr 16, 2014 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN111000 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 16, 2013 | Apr 16, 2013 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN052034 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 18, 2013 | Feb 18, 2013 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN052034 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 17, 2011 | Oct 17, 2011 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN052034 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 18, 2011 | Jul 18, 2011 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN052034 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 16, 2011 | Feb 16, 2011 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | SL05040141 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 29, 2010 | Nov 29, 2010 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | SL05040041 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 29, 2009 | Nov 29, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN EQUITY SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | GT100908 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 29, 2008 | Nov 29, 2008 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 476717 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 24, 2006 | Nov 24, 2006 |
| TERM/CANCL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 476717 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 29, 2006 | Jun 29, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 476717 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 2, 2006 | Jun 2, 2006 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 448513 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 24, 2005 | Nov 24, 2005 |
| TERM/CANCL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 448513 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 23, 2005 | Sep 23, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 448513 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 23, 2005 | Aug 23, 2005 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN392984 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 29, 2004 | Nov 29, 2004 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-473063 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| CONTRACT | MC-473063 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| CONTRACT | MC-473063 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (22 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 22, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 12, 2021 |
| MC473063 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Feb 12, 2021 | — | Unknown |
| MC473063 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Oct 17, 2017 | REVOKED | Nov 23, 2020 |
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 22, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 22, 2017 |
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 17, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 28, 2017 |
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 28, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 26, 2016 |
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 1, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 11, 2016 |
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 19, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 2, 2015 |
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 20, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 9, 2015 |
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 20, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 5, 2014 |
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 20, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 17, 2014 |
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 20, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 21, 2013 |
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 22, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 1, 2013 |
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 20, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 19, 2011 |
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 21, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 25, 2011 |
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 2, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 30, 2010 |
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 2, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 1, 2009 |
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 30, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 1, 2006 |
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 2, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 5, 2006 |
| MC473063 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Dec 13, 2005 | REVOKED | Sep 25, 2017 |
| MC473063 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 2, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 2, 2004 |
| MC473063 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Dec 5, 2003 | REVOKED | Nov 30, 2005 |
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
6 states • 8 inspections
Violation Summary (50 violations from 8 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 2 | 1 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 2 | 2 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 2 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2DIM | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TC-MC | 390.21TC-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104F1-C | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41APC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.41B10-MC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial vehicle without corrective lenses or hearing aid as indicated on the driver's medical certificate | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LLPL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.95A-LCDL | Restriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LBL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.30-B | Battery improperly secured | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TEPBM | Tires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207A-SAPPCBLM | Suspension defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8K2-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have in possession RODS for the previous seven consecutive days and available for inspection while on duty | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.205C-WRAWFLMIB | Wheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.9A2-C | Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLMF | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BCFSBD | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:390.21TB | 390.21TB | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45A-AJS | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A1 | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.110B | Cargo securement - logs | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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 (8 inspections)
| Date | Report # | Station | State | Level | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 27, 2026 | 87430613 | PORT ST. LUCIE FL | FL | Level 2 | INTERNATIO TRUCK TRACTOR | 8 | 396.3A1-BALR, 390.21TC-MC, 392.2-SLLIFTA | Yes |
| Dec 4, 2025 | 86497554 | KNOXVILLE TN | TN | Level 3 | CATAPHOTE SEMI-TRAILER | 0 | — | No |
| Nov 24, 2025 | 86418290 | HOLLYWOOD AL | AL | Level 2 | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 14 | 393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32, 391.41B10-MC, 390.21TB2-DOT | Yes |
| Oct 2, 2025 | 85950587 | LEXINGTON | KY | Level 2 | HMDE SEMI-TRAILER | 8 | 395.8K2-HOSP, 393.205C-WRAWFLMIB, 390.21TB2-DOT | Yes |
| Nov 11, 2024 | 83160542 | WHITE SPRINGS FL | FL | Level 2 | INTERNATIO TRUCK TRACTOR | 5 | 393.95A1, 392.2-SLLMF, 393.47A-BCFSBD | No |
| Sep 25, 2024 | 82771512 | W/B ANTELOPE SCALE | CA | Level 2 | AIH OTHER | 3 | 393.9(a), 395.8(a)(1) | Yes |
| Sep 5, 2024 | 82595812 | ROADSIDE | AL | Level 2 | HMDE SEMI-TRAILER | 10 | 393.9, 392.2DIM, 390.21TB | Yes |
| Jun 8, 2023 | 78842479 | Roadside | AZ | Level 2 | MACK TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | 396.17(c), 393.11 | No |
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
1 crash record from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (1 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 19, 2023 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I-40 | ...024427 | TRANSPORT SPECIALIST LLC |
Compliance Timeline
35 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 35 events