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STARS AND STRIPES TRANSPORTATION INC
Laguna Hills, CA
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Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
52.1% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 97% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. Drivers were put out of service on 13.8% of 29 driver inspections — higher than 93% of carriers with a comparable number of driver inspections (national average 5.5%). This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 1340818 · MC 516714
Satisfactory
Active 21 yrs, 6 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-516714 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Ms Transverse Specialty Insurance Company
Safety
Satisfactory
52.1% OOS · 91 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
52.1% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 97% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. Drivers were put out of service on 13.8% of 29 driver inspections — higher than 93% of carriers with a comparable number of driver inspections (national average 5.5%). This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 21 yrs, 6 mo
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 60.0% — above the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 13.8% — above the 5.5% national average
- 91 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC516714
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $750,000 required
Insurance on File
MS Transverse Specialty Insurance Company
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy TSMDXCA001414403
MS TRANSVERSE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy TSMDXCA-0010228-02
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
1340818
MC Number
MC-516714
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
September 19, 2026
FMCSA Registration
March 3, 2005
Authority Granted
April 1, 2005
Annual Mileage
1,083,048 mi (2026)
Contact Information
Address
25132 Wilkes Place, Laguna Hills, CA 92653
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Freddy Chulo
Cargo Types
General FreightBeveragesPaper Products
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
91
Driver Inspections
55
Vehicle Inspections
64
Out-of-Service Violations
69
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance209
Unsafe Driving4
Hours of Service65
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate13.8% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (8.3pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate60.0% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (39.3pp higher)
52.1% of 48 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
97th percentile among carriers with 25–99 inspections (lower is better).
CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA roadside inspection records, not an FMCSA score.
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
2025
2024
Violation Rate by Category
Share of roadside inspections in FMCSA's rolling 24-month window that found a violation in each category. The individual violations are listed under each inspection in Inspection Details below. None of this is the basis of the safety rating, which comes from an on-site compliance review.
Vehicle Maintenance
36 of 42 inspections
Unsafe Driving
0 of 48 inspections
Hours of Service
13 of 48 inspections
Driver Fitness
4 of 48 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 48 inspections
Crash History (1)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
1
Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
1
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 19, 2026 | CA | — | — | Yes | Other · Daylight · Wet |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
CA55
AZ11
NV8
US2
OR1
Fleet & Equipment (35)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~15
of 8 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~20
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
14
Dry Van
13
Semi-trailer
5
Flatbed
2
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYD49X1FJ424261 | 16 | 7 |
| 2016 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X7GD263964 | 11 | 5 |
| 2014 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49XXED251241 | 10 | 6 |
| Lufk | Semi-trailer | 1L01A5324S1119440 | 6 | 5 |
| 2027 Strick Commercial Trailer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1S12E953XVE421245 | 6 | 3 |
| 2027 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2532VP222103 | 6 | 4 |
| 2013 Peterbilt 386 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPHD49X3DD205324 | 6 | 2 |
| 1998 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 96 ft | 1GRAA9620WB127803 | 5 | 4 |
| 2028 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 48 ft | 1UYVS2487WP568405 | 5 | 2 |
| 2013 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJGLDR4DSBV5083 | 5 | 3 |
Show all 35 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C31T087044 | 5 | 3 |
| 2026 Stoughton Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1DW1A5329TS981816 | 4 | 3 |
| Lufk | Semi-trailer | 1L01A4825L1090759 | 4 | 1 |
| Util | Semi-trailer | 1UYVS2531XC063410 | 4 | 2 |
| 2000 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2531YP066317 | 4 | 1 |
| 2018 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X2JD480880 | 4 | 3 |
| 2012 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EJXCN531964 | 4 | 3 |
| 1995 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 96 ft | 1GRAA9627SB203852 | 3 | 2 |
| 2017 Kenworth W9 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWD49X3HJ169669 | 3 | 2 |
| 2011 Peterbilt 386 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPHD49X3BD111067 | 3 | 1 |
| 2017 Stoughton Trailers | Dry Van · 48 ft | 1DW1A4829HS517449 | 2 | — |
| 1996 Freightliner USF-1E | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUYDCXB1TH597836 | 2 | 1 |
| Trim | — | 1PT01JAH5W6000850 | 2 | 2 |
| Trim | Semi-trailer | 1PT01JAH6Y6006224 | 2 | — |
| 2028 Strick Commercial Trailer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1S12E953XWD425528 | 2 | 1 |
| 2001 Transcraft | Flatbed · 48 ft | 1TTF4820212007262 | 2 | — |
| 2010 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJGHDV2ALAU0970 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJGLDR0CSBE2522 | 1 | — |
| 2013 Great Dane Trailers | Flatbed · 48 ft | 1GRDM9628DH718265 | 1 | 1 |
| Wanc | Semi-trailer | 1JJV532W03L850823 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Monon | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1NNVX5323RM215696 | 1 | — |
| 2028 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2535WP388908 | 1 | — |
| Kw | Tractor | 1XKYD49X1F424261 | 1 | — |
| 2015 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYD49XXFJ434920 | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C27T218053 | 1 | 1 |
A vehicle appearing here was recorded in an inspection — it is not proof the carrier still operates it today.
Inspection Details
Each roadside inspection with its violations
Inspection Records (91)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 24, 2026 | 7109030421 | NV, NV | II | 4 | 2 | PARAMOUNT FIBERS LLC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER STOUGHTON TRAILERS |
3AKJGLDR4DSBV5083 1DW1A5329TS981816 |
AZ AN02126 CA 4FY8287 |
| 391.41A-MCPVI | OOSMedical (Certificate) - Operating a passenger-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agenc | Medical Certificate | ||||||||
| 383.23A2-LCDLN | OOSLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-CSURR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, upper rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| August 11, 2026 | 1020900717 | TONOPAH AZ | II | 5 | 1 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XPBD49X7GD263964 1UYVS2532VP222103 |
AZ AN02112 CA 4RA8410 |
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-CSLRR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.11B-CSURR | Conspicuity Systems - Trailers, upper rear retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 1993 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.78A-WS | Washers - Inoperative washing system. | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| July 2, 2026 | 5120028143 | NV, NV | II | 5 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1FUJGLDR0CSBE2522 1UYVS2531YP066317 |
AZ AN00532 CA 4FY6167 |
| 392.2-SLLTL | State/Local Laws - Misc. traffic law violation | |||||||||
| 393.78A-WS | Washers - Inoperative washing system. | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 395.34C | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to follow the Motor Carrier's and ELD provider's recommendations in resolving the data inconsistency displayed on the ELD. | EOBR Related | ||||||||
| June 23, 2026 | UF54001940 | CA, CA | III | 1 | 1 | — | Truck Tractor School Bus |
KENWORTH GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1XKWD49X3HJ169669 1GRDM9628DH718265 |
AZ AN02110 CA 4WZ4653 |
| 393.110B2I-C | OOSCargo - Insufficient tiedowns (w/o headerboard/blocking) for article(s) of cargo 5 feet or less and more than 1,100 lbs | Tiedown | ||||||||
| June 2, 2026 | 7073001473 | SCOTTSDALE AZ | III | — | — | BEHR | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT STRICK COMMERCIAL TRAILER |
1XPBD49XXED251241 1S12E953XWD425528 |
AZ AN02113 CA 4LC1915 |
| May 12, 2026 | UF2W001862 | CA, CA | II | 4 | 1 | BEHR PROCESS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH LUFK |
1XKYD49XXFJ434920 1L01A4825L1090759 |
AZ AN02106 CA 1WG6379 |
| 393.207F-SDAS | OOSSuspension - Deflated air suspension | Suspension | ||||||||
| 396.5B-HWSL | Hubs - Wheel seal leaking | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 393.75A1-TEPBM | Tires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| March 11, 2026 | ND4O005949 | DESERT HILLS IF, CA | I | 2 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT STOUGHTON TRAILERS |
1XPBD49XXED251241 1DW1A5329TS981816 |
AZ AN02113 CA 4FY8287 |
| 393.9A-LCL | Lighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| March 11, 2026 | ND6V008545 | SIDEWINDER PLATFORM SCALE, CA | I | 4 | 2 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH LUFK |
1XKYD49X1FJ424261 1L01A5324S1119440 |
AZ AN02107 CA 4PX1056 |
| 393.207A-SAPPAS | OOSSuspension - Axle positioning part cracked/broken/loose/missing resulting in axle shift | Suspension | ||||||||
| 393.207A-SAPPAS | OOSSuspension - Axle positioning part cracked/broken/loose/missing resulting in axle shift | Suspension | ||||||||
| 393.45D-B | Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLL | State/Local Laws - | |||||||||
| February 18, 2026 | XE80070291 | YUMA AZ | II | 1 | — | NONE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XKYD49X1FJ424261 1UYVS2532VP222103 |
AZ AN02107 CA 4RA8410 |
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32 | Tires - Less than 1/32 inch tread depth at 3 locations/2 adjacent tread grooves | Tires | ||||||||
| February 2, 2026 | 7233029298 | ROADSIDE, NV | III | 1 | — | ABC BATTERIES | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KW UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XKYD49X1F424261 1UYVS2487WP568405 |
CA AN02107 CA 4SU4031 |
| 392.2-SLLDL | State/Local Laws - Misc. driver's license violation | |||||||||
Shippers Seen at Inspections
Shipper names recorded by roadside inspectors over roughly the last three years. Only inspected loads appear, so this is a sample of who the carrier hauls for, not a complete customer list. Names are as entered at the roadside; blanks and placeholders such as “N/A” or “same as carrier” are left out.
| Shipper | Inspections | Most recent |
|---|---|---|
| BEHR PROCESS LLC | 9 | May 12, 2026 |
| INTERNATIONAL PAPER | 7 | December 11, 2024 |
| BEHR | 3 | June 2, 2026 |
| MEGA PALLETS LV INC. | 2 | December 23, 2025 |
| MEGA PALLETS | 2 | October 2, 2025 |
| VEGAS PALLET CO | 2 | April 2, 2024 |
| PEPSI | 2 | March 25, 2024 |
| PARAMOUNT FIBERS LLC | 1 | September 24, 2026 |
| ABC BATTERIES | 1 | February 2, 2026 |
| ALIANAZ | 1 | December 2, 2025 |
| BELLA+CANVAS ALO | 1 | December 2, 2025 |
| ALIANZA | 1 | July 10, 2025 |
8 more shippers named at fewer inspections.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| March 2, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| February 2, 2026 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| September 3, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| August 7, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| April 28, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| April 21, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| March 3, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| February 13, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| October 1, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| September 4, 2024 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| March 1, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| August 4, 2026 | Operating Authority Involuntary Suspension Notice | Effective September 3, 2026 |
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