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PLATINUM PRODUCE INC
DBA: Tabasco Trucking
El Centro, CA
CarrierChk vetting signal
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Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
28.6% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 80% 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 3552132 · MC 1190016
No Safety Rating
Active 5 yrs, 9 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-1190016 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
New Horizon Insurance Company
Safety
Not Rated
28.6% OOS · 70 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
28.6% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 80% 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 5 yrs, 9 mo
- Insurance on file: $1,000,000
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 27.5% — above the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 2.6% — below the 5.5% national average
- 70 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC1190016
Common Carrier
Insurance on File
NEW HORIZON INSURANCE COMPANY
BI&PD · $1,000,000 · Policy NHS1888616
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$1,000,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
3552132
MC Number
MC-1190016
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
February 14, 2025
FMCSA Registration
January 18, 2021
Authority Granted
February 5, 2021
Annual Mileage
150,000 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Address
2292 Mcconnell Rd, El Centro, CA 92243
Phone
Email
Website
Owner / Officer
Jose A Sandoval Sr
Cargo Types
General FreightFresh ProduceGrain/FeedRefrigerated FoodMeat
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
70
Driver Inspections
57
Vehicle Inspections
57
Out-of-Service Violations
29
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance91
Unsafe Driving2
Hours of Service9
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate2.6% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate27.5% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (6.8pp higher)
28.6% of 49 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
80th 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
28 of 41 inspections
Unsafe Driving
1 of 50 inspections
Hours of Service
7 of 50 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 50 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 50 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
1
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 9, 2026 | CA | — | 1 | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Dark - Lighted · Dry |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
CA54
US13
Fleet & Equipment (27)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~13
of 8 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~14
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
13
Dry Van
12
Semi-trailer
2
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHHDR0LSKL7687 | 11 | 5 |
| 2015 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS253XFU838604 | 10 | 1 |
| 2015 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS253XFU838716 | 7 | 2 |
| 2005 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 6 ft | 1GRAA06265W704692 | 6 | 1 |
| 2010 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GRAA062XAW703667 | 6 | 4 |
| 2008 Kenworth T6 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKADB9X68J223075 | 6 | 2 |
| 2015 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYD49X8FJ420563 | 6 | — |
| 2005 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS25305U414010 | 5 | 2 |
| 2020 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X2LD654109 | 5 | — |
| 2022 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X7ND764656 | 5 | 1 |
Show all 27 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49XXLD654102 | 5 | 3 |
| 2019 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X6KD232165 | 5 | 2 |
| 2016 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2539GU587902 | 4 | — |
| 2013 Kenworth T6 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKAD49X7DJ361312 | 4 | — |
| 2021 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYD49X4MJ432027 | 4 | — |
| 2019 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X5KD232173 | 4 | 1 |
| 2017 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2531HU820401 | 3 | 1 |
| 2015 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X7FD272257 | 3 | — |
| 2019 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GR1A0625KB168286 | 2 | — |
| 2008 Wabash Wabash National Corporation | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532W78L100639 | 2 | — |
| 2027 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 51 ft | 1UYVS2514VU165001 | 2 | 1 |
| 2008 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS25378U522001 | 2 | — |
| Util | Semi-trailer | 1UYVS2537BU522001 | 2 | — |
| 2019 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X7KD268347 | 2 | — |
| Util | Semi-trailer | 1UYVS25305U414016 | 1 | — |
| 2013 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2531DU500005 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHHDR0JSJS9924 | 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 (70)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 24, 2026 | 1945003688 | CALEXICO CA, US | I | 2 | — | GOLDEN WEST VEG | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
3AKJHHDR0LSKL7687 1UYVS253XFU838716 |
CA ZP71202 CA 4TN6172 |
| 393.9A-LHLI | Lighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth | Tires | ||||||||
| October 22, 2026 | NDGS013879 | CA, CA | I | 5 | 2 | HORTALIZAS REAL DEL SOL | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
3AKJHHDR0LSKL7687 1UYVS253XFU838716 |
CA ZP71202 CA 4TN6172 |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.209E-SPSLA | Steering - Power steering leaking anywhere. | Steering Mechanism | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| October 12, 2026 | NB4B012332 | CA, CA | III | 3 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XPBD49X7ND764656 1UYVS2539GU587902 |
CA ZP82028 CA 4WE5302 |
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 393.13D2-CSLRR | Conspicuity Systems - Trailers, lower rear reflex reflectors inadequate on vehicle manufactured before December 1, 1993 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| September 23, 2026 | UDRH000305 | CA, CA | I | 6 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
3AKJHHDR0JSJS9924 1UYVS25378U522001 |
CA ZP00020 CA 4VE6696 |
| 392.2-SLLEQP | State/Local Laws - Violation of state and local law - Equipment violation. | |||||||||
| 393.201D-FR | Frame - Accessories improperly attached | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 393.55E-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| August 19, 2026 | 1303003002 | CALEXICO CA, US | III | — | — | GOLDEN WEST | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT WABASH |
1XPBD49X2LD654109 1JJV532W78L100639 |
CA ZP11120 CA 4SH6022 |
| August 4, 2026 | NDRG008848 | CA, CA | I | 5 | 3 | — | Truck Tractor |
PETERBILT |
1XPBDP9X6KD232165 |
CA ZP71203 |
| 395.8K2-HOSPVI | OOSHOS (Passenger) - Failed to have in possession a record of duty status for the previous 7 consecutive days and available for inspection while on duty | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 396.3A1-HCM | OOSHubs - Bearing cap, plug or filler plug missing or broken | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEQP | State/Local Laws - Violation of state and local law - Equipment violation. | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLL | State/Local Laws - | |||||||||
| July 24, 2026 | NB4B012113 | CA, CA | I | 3 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1XPBD49X7KD268347 1GRAA06265W704692 |
CA ZP82027 CA 4XF5253 |
| 393.9A-LCL | Lighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 393.13D2-CSLRR | Conspicuity Systems - Trailers, lower rear reflex reflectors inadequate on vehicle manufactured before December 1, 1993 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| July 18, 2026 | UD6B001043 | CA, CA | III | 2 | — | GOLDEN WEST VEG INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1XPBD49X7KD268347 1GRAA06265W704692 |
CA ZP82027 CA 4XF5253 |
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| July 7, 2026 | NDGS013522 | CA, CA | I | 6 | 2 | HORTALISAS REAL DEL SOL | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
3AKJHHDR0LSKL7687 1GRAA062XAW703667 |
CA ZP71202 CA 4VK5514 |
| 396.3A1-BARS | OOSAir Brake - Air reservoir separated from its original attachment points or moving more than 1 inch | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.47D1-BRMMCAD-SA | OOSAir Disc Brake - Rotor (disc) metal to metal contact on a steering axle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.55E-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 393.207A-SAPPCBLM | Suspension - Axle positioning part cracked/broken/loose/missing. | Suspension | ||||||||
| 396.5B-L | Lubrication - Oil or grease leak | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| June 24, 2026 | NDGS013474 | CA, CA | I | 3 | — | HORTALIZAS REAL DEL SOL | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTIL |
1XPBDP9X6KD232165 1UYVS2537BU522001 |
CA ZP71203 CA 4VE6696 |
| 393.55E-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.5B-HWSL | Hubs - Wheel seal leaking | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 396.5B-L | Lubrication - Oil or grease leak | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| GOLDEN WEST VEG INC | 19 | October 24, 2026 |
| HORTALIZAS REAL DEL SOL | 7 | October 22, 2026 |
| SOLEDAD DEL CARMEN | 3 | March 26, 2024 |
| GOLDEN WEST | 2 | August 19, 2026 |
| REAL DEL SOL | 2 | March 18, 2026 |
| HORTALISAS REAL DEL SOL | 1 | July 7, 2026 |
| HORTALIZAS REAL | 1 | May 6, 2026 |
| GOLDEST WEST VEG INC | 1 | March 2, 2026 |
| VALLE DEL SOL | 1 | May 13, 2025 |
| HORTALIZAS VALLE DEL SOL | 1 | September 5, 2024 |
| HORTICOLA DEL SOL | 1 | August 29, 2024 |
| SOLEDAD DEL CARMEN BLANCO | 1 | March 15, 2024 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| January 21, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| December 26, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| December 24, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| December 8, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| January 21, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| December 26, 2024 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| January 22, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| December 26, 2023 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| January 19, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| December 27, 2022 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| January 21, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
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