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AMERIMEX TRANSPORT LLC
Donna, TX
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Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
36.7% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 90% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. Drivers were put out of service on 25.0% of 12 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 3230164 · MC 1012579
No Safety Rating
Active 7 yrs, 8 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-1012579 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Highlander Specialty Insurance Company
Safety
Not Rated
36.7% OOS · 42 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
36.7% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 90% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. Drivers were put out of service on 25.0% of 12 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 7 yrs, 8 mo
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- Driver out-of-service rate 25.0% — above the 5.5% national average
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 35.0% — above the 20.7% national average
- 42 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC1012579
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $750,000 required
Insurance on File
Highlander Specialty Insurance Company
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy DD02-RAL020281-02
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
3230164
MC Number
MC-1012579
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
April 22, 2026
FMCSA Registration
January 8, 2019
Authority Granted
January 28, 2019
Annual Mileage
471,930 mi (2025)
Contact Information
Address
11836 Durango Dr, Donna, TX 78537
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Efrain Castillo
Cargo Types
General FreightFresh ProduceRefrigerated FoodBeveragesMeat
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
42
Driver Inspections
21
Vehicle Inspections
26
Out-of-Service Violations
15
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance42
Unsafe Driving5
Hours of Service19
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate25.0% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (19.5pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate35.0% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (14.3pp higher)
36.7% of 30 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
90th 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
15 of 20 inspections
Unsafe Driving
3 of 31 inspections
Hours of Service
7 of 31 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 31 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 31 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
1
Injuries
0
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 28, 2025 | LA | — | 1 | — | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
TX23
LA12
GA1
IL1
MS1
Fleet & Equipment (10)
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
~5
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Dry Van
5
Tractor
5
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2006 International L9427 | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSCNAPR96C218780 | 13 | 4 |
| 2012 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C4CT054010 | 13 | 4 |
| 2014 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X8ED243740 | 8 | 1 |
| 2006 Freightliner Classic | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJF6CK96DV74108 | 7 | 4 |
| 2005 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS25345U525529 | 7 | 4 |
| 2003 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS25363U870929 | 7 | 2 |
| 2017 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X6HD408560 | 5 | 2 |
| 2007 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS25377U142512 | 4 | 2 |
| 2015 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2538FU236820 | 4 | 1 |
| 2017 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X5HD362378 | 3 | 2 |
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 (42)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 1, 2026 | 1178000293 | LAGRANGE GA | III | 1 | 1 | COMARACA FRESH LLC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1FUJF6CK96DV74108 1UYVS25345U525529 |
TX R712390 TX 210C724 |
| 395.8E-HOSPDOOS | OOSHOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain: | False Log | ||||||||
| September 1, 2026 | LAKHS01473 | HAMMOND LA | III | 3 | 1 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
2HSCNAPR96C218780 3H3V532C4CT054010 |
TX R465292 TX 180C509 |
| 395.8E-HOSPD | OOSHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| August 4, 2026 | V262522255 | US281 SB FALFURRIAS SCALE, TX | II | 4 | 2 | RJ PRODUCE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XPBD49X5HD362378 1UYVS25377U142512 |
TX R800316 TX 180C528 |
| 392.9A2-C | OOSCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | General Securement | ||||||||
| 396.3A1 | OOSInspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 393.205A | Wheel/rim cracked or broken | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 393.55D3 | No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator for towed vehicles on vehicles manufactured after February 2001 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| August 3, 2026 | V262518742 | US77 RIVIERA SCALE, TX | II | 3 | — | MEGA PRODUCE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XPBDP9X8ED243740 1UYVS2538FU236820 |
TX R551009 TX 180C539 |
| 393.11TT | Truck-Tractor with No retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflective material on vehicle manufactured after July 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.45DLUV | Brake Connections with Leaks Under Vehicle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| July 24, 2026 | V252477789 | 714M US281 NB, TX | II | 5 | — | EXPRESS COLD STORAGE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
2HSCNAPR96C218780 3H3V532C4CT054010 |
TX R465292 TX 180C509 |
| 393.45B2UV | Brake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.83G | Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment | Exhaust Discharge | ||||||||
| 392.2W | Excessive Weight violation | |||||||||
| 392.2W | Excessive Weight violation | |||||||||
| 392.2W | Excessive Weight violation | |||||||||
| July 24, 2026 | V262477789 | 714M S US281, TX | II | 5 | — | EXPRESS COLD STORAGE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
2HSCNAPR96C218780 3H3V532C4CT054010 |
TX R465292 TX 180C509 |
| 393.45B2UV | Brake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.83G | Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment | Exhaust Discharge | ||||||||
| 392.2W | Excessive Weight violation | |||||||||
| 392.2W | Excessive Weight violation | |||||||||
| 392.2W | Excessive Weight violation | |||||||||
| July 10, 2026 | V262481003 | US77 RIVIERA SCALE, TX | II | 5 | 1 | LOCATION | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XPBD49X6HD408560 1UYVS25363U870929 |
TX R687070 TX 180C645 |
| 393.45 | OOSBrake tubing and hose adequacy | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.11UR | Upper Rear retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflecting material requirements for vehicles manufactured after December 1993 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.78 | Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 396.3A1B | Brakes (general) Explain: | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.2RG | State vehicle registration or License Plate violation | |||||||||
| June 26, 2026 | V262446881 | US281 SB AT SALAZAR, TX | II | 1 | 1 | AMERIMEX TRANSPORT | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
2HSCNAPR96C218780 3H3V532C4CT054010 |
TX R465292 TX 180C509 |
| 395.8E | OOSFalse report of drivers record of duty status | False Log | ||||||||
| June 10, 2026 | V262415859 | 704M FM493, TX | II | 1 | 1 | SELF | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XPBD49X6HD408560 1UYVS25377U142512 |
TX R687070 TX 180C528 |
| 393.75A3 | OOSTire-flat and/or audible air leak | Tires | ||||||||
| June 9, 2026 | V262410961 | US281 SB FALFURRIAS SCALE, TX | II | — | — | PURE HOTHOUSE FOODS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
2HSCNAPR96C218780 3H3V532C4CT054010 |
TX R465292 TX 180C509 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| EXPRESS COLD STORAGE | 2 | July 24, 2026 |
| PURE HOTHOUSE FOODS | 2 | June 9, 2026 |
| ALATRADE FOODS | 2 | September 14, 2025 |
| BADAFI FOODS LLC | 2 | July 22, 2024 |
| COMARACA FRESH LLC | 1 | September 1, 2026 |
| RJ PRODUCE | 1 | August 4, 2026 |
| MEGA PRODUCE | 1 | August 3, 2026 |
| DOUBLE J PRODUCE | 1 | June 9, 2026 |
| PRODUCE TEAM LLC | 1 | May 6, 2026 |
| KOCH FOODS | 1 | May 3, 2026 |
| GAFNER FRESH LLC | 1 | February 23, 2026 |
| BADAFI FOOD LLC | 1 | December 8, 2025 |
5 more shippers named at fewer inspections.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| January 14, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| December 22, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| December 23, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| December 20, 2024 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| January 8, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| December 20, 2023 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| January 18, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| December 20, 2022 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| January 3, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| December 20, 2021 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| January 16, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
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