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SUNSHINE FREIGHT INC
Pembroke Pines, FL
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Review recommended
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
53.8% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 93% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 2425916 · MC 835901
No Safety Rating
Active 10 yrs, 3 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-835901 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Occidental Fire & Casualty Company Of North Carolina
Safety
Not Rated
53.8% OOS · 22 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
53.8% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 93% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 10 yrs, 3 mo
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 57.1% — above the 20.7% national average
- 22 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC835901
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $750,000 required
Insurance on File
Occidental Fire & Casualty Company of North Carolina
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy GAT0004771
Professional Transportation Risk Retention Group, Inc.
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy PT-26052750-01
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
2425916
MC Number
MC-835901
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
August 11, 2025
FMCSA Registration
July 31, 2013
Authority Reinstated
May 26, 2016
Annual Mileage
372,894 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Address
1399 Nw 161st Ave, Pembroke Pines, FL 33028
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Ainevys Mederos
Cargo Types
General FreightFresh Produce
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
22
Driver Inspections
17
Vehicle Inspections
11
Out-of-Service Violations
15
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance33
Unsafe Driving4
Hours of Service20
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate45.5% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (40.0pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate57.1% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (36.4pp higher)
53.8% of 13 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
93rd percentile among carriers with 10–24 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
5 of 8 inspections
Unsafe Driving
2 of 15 inspections
Hours of Service
7 of 15 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 15 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 15 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 4, 2024 | LA | — | — | Yes | Rain · Daylight · Wet |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
FL4
NM4
AZ3
CA3
LA3
TX1
Fleet & Equipment (11)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~5
of 5 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~6
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Dry Van
6
Tractor
5
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2010 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJGLDR3ASAR0143 | 5 | 4 |
| 2014 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2539EU772318 | 4 | 4 |
| 2019 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHHDR5KSKB5839 | 4 | 1 |
| 2015 International LF687 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDJAPR6FN014839 | 4 | 1 |
| 2017 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GRAA0625HW703117 | 3 | 1 |
| 2013 Wabash Vans Refrigerated Van | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532B1DL749084 | 3 | — |
| 2006 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS25326U981627 | 3 | 1 |
| 2018 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2530J6099725 | 2 | — |
| 2016 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9XXGJ469685 | 2 | — |
| 2015 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2539FM090007 | 1 | 1 |
Show all 11 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X3HJ150842 | 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 (22)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 6, 2026 | NECL004675 | CA, CA | I | 8 | 2 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1FUJGLDR3ASAR0143 1UYVS2539EU772318 |
FL XE940A FL 6565CS |
| 396.3A1-BOS | OOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.53B-B | Air Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.53B-B | Air Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| May 26, 2026 | 1150900226 | BENSON AZ | I | 16 | 3 | COCA COLA NORTH AMERICA | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1FUJGLDR3ASAR0143 1UYVS2539EU772318 |
FL XE940A FL 6565CS |
| 396.3A1-BOS | OOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 395.8K2-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have in possession RODS for the previous seven consecutive days and available for inspection while on duty | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 393.9B-LFTSO | Lighting - Front - Turn signal - obscured | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.48A-BMBCBD | Drum Brake - Missing/broken component(s) | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A-BMBCBD | Drum Brake - Missing/broken component(s) | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.53B-B | Air Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.55E-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A-BMBCBD | Drum Brake - Missing/broken component(s) | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.11B-CSRIGRR | Conspicuity Systems - Trailers, rear impact guard retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 1993 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.45D-B | Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 392.7A-D | Driver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| April 1, 2026 | NF8B002898 | CHOWCHILLA RIVER IF, CA | III | — | — | SUNSHINE FREIGHT INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
3AKJHHDR5KSKB5839 1UYVS25326U981627 |
FL XE943A FL QA00EN |
| March 2, 2026 | 3706009080 | CRESTVIEW FL | III | — | — | AMAZON LOGISTICS INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL WABASH VANS |
3HSDJAPR6FN014839 1JJV532B1DL749084 |
FL XE942A FL QB46KT |
| February 15, 2026 | 3862Q1ADPR | LORDSBURG PORT OF ENTRY, NM | I | 4 | 2 | UNIKOOL | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XKYDP9X3HJ150842 1UYVS2539FM090007 |
FL DF32KD ME 5341466 |
| 393.45 | OOSBrake tubing and hose adequacy | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.3A1 | OOSInspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 393.75C | Tire-other tread depth less than 2/32 of inch measured in a major tread groove | Tires | ||||||||
| 396.3A1T | Tires (general) | Tires | ||||||||
| January 9, 2026 | 1900003682 | LEE FL | III | 1 | 1 | COCA COLA | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
3AKJHHDR5KSKB5839 1GRAA0625HW703117 |
FL XE943A FL QA33ZU |
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| December 24, 2025 | V252161834 | IH20 EB TERRELL SCALE, TX | I | 2 | — | UNIKOOL PARTNERS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XKYDP9XXGJ469685 1UYVS2530J6099725 |
FL XE939A FL QB67QD |
| 393.75A1 | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | Tires | ||||||||
| 396.3A1B | Brakes (general) Explain: | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| December 20, 2025 | 2293P9UDCC | ANTHONY PORT OF ENTRY, NM | II | — | — | COCA-COLA NORTH AMERICA | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XKYDP9XXGJ469685 1UYVS2530J6099725 |
FL XE939A FL QB67QD |
| November 10, 2025 | LASBS00324 | WELSH LA | I | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
3AKJHHDR5KSKB5839 1GRAA0625HW703117 |
FL XE943A FL QA33ZU |
| October 25, 2025 | 3170008837 | LEE FL | III | 2 | 1 | COCA COLA NORTH AMERICA | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1FUJGLDR3ASAR0143 1UYVS2539EU772318 |
FL XE940A FL 6565CS |
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLTCD | State/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other | Dangerous Driving | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| COCA COLA NORTH AMERICA | 3 | May 26, 2026 |
| COCA COLA | 2 | January 9, 2026 |
| AMAZON LOGISTICS INC | 1 | March 2, 2026 |
| UNIKOOL | 1 | February 15, 2026 |
| UNIKOOL PARTNERS | 1 | December 24, 2025 |
| D'ARRIGO BROS | 1 | September 4, 2025 |
| COSTA FARMS | 1 | May 30, 2025 |
| TRUE LEAF | 1 | January 13, 2025 |
| RIVER FRESH FARMS INC | 1 | September 13, 2024 |
| OCEAN MIST FARMS | 1 | August 6, 2024 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| May 14, 2026 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| May 12, 2020 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| May 15, 2018 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| May 26, 2016 | REINSTATED | Common Carrier |
| May 26, 2016 | Active REINSTATED | Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) |
| September 30, 2015 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
| July 28, 2015 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| July 22, 2014 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| May 18, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | Cancellation Filed |
| May 18, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| August 5, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | Cancel · Occidental Fire & Casualty Company of North Carolina |
| May 18, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | Cancel · Occidental Fire & Casualty Company of North Carolina |
| August 28, 2015 | COMMON | On Record |
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Process Agent Service Company, Inc.
945 S Marion Rd, Sioux Falls, SD, 57105
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