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CASTELL EXPRESS LLC
Houston, TX
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No Active Operating Authority
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FMCSA status: Active registration · no operating authority · DOT 3684592 · MC 1289694
Active
No Safety Rating
Active 5 yrs, 2 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
No Active Authority
MC-1289694 · Common carrier
Insurance
Not Found
No coverage amount on file
Safety
Not Rated
83.3% OOS · 12 inspections on record
Flags · 3
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
83.3% 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. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
No Active Operating Authority
FMCSA does not show active operating authority for this carrier. A carrier without it cannot legally haul interstate for-hire freight.
No Insurance Filing On Record
No active insurance filing appears in FMCSA records for this carrier. Confirm coverage directly with the insurer before booking.
Vetting notes
- Active FMCSA registration, but no active for-hire operating authority on record
- No active insurance filing found on record
- Driver out-of-service rate 100.0% — above the 5.5% national average
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 0.0% — below the 20.7% national average
- 12 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC1289694
Common Carrier
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
3684592
MC Number
MC-1289694
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
March 19, 2026
FMCSA Registration
July 21, 2021
Authority Granted
August 25, 2021
Annual Mileage
20,000 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Location
Houston, TX
Email
Cargo Types
General FreightFresh ProduceRefrigerated FoodMeat
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
12
Driver Inspections
9
Vehicle Inspections
8
Out-of-Service Violations
15
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance30
Unsafe Driving0
Hours of Service8
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate100.0% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (94.5pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate0.0% · national avg 20.7%
✓ Below national average
83.3% of 6 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
97th percentile among carriers with 5–9 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
3 of 5 inspections
Unsafe Driving
0 of 8 inspections
Hours of Service
6 of 8 inspections
Driver Fitness
4 of 8 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 8 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 7, 2024 | GA | — | — | 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
TX2
CT1
IN1
MO1
MT1
PA1
and 2 more states
Fleet & Equipment (14)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~7
of 1 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~7
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Pickup
6
Flatbed
5
Chassis / Incomplete
1
Semi-trailer
1
Utility Trailer
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Ford F-250 | Pickup · Class 3 | 1FT8W2BT3MEC56825 | 2 | 2 |
| 2026 Norstar Trailers | Flatbed · 40 ft | 50HFG4028T1908921 | 2 | 2 |
| 2020 Big Tex | Utility Trailer · 40 ft | 16VGX4025L6034363 | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 Ford F-350 | Pickup · Class 3 | 1FT8W3DT1GEA20889 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD | Pickup · Class 3 | 1GC3YSEY6RF354809 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Chevrolet Silverado HD | Pickup · Class 3 | 2GC4YME79R1227664 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Ram 3500 | Pickup · Class 3 | 3C63RRGL7JG334926 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 Ram 3500 | Pickup · Class 3 | 3C63RRNLXHG666369 | 1 | — |
| 2026 Ram 5500 | Chassis / Incomplete | 3C7WRNFL3TG170533 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Pj | Flatbed · 49 ft | 4P53F492XR1403679 | 1 | — |
Show all 14 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Norstar Trailers | Flatbed · 40 ft | 50HFG4024P1104153 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 Maxey Trailers Mfg | Flatbed · 40 ft | 5R8GF402XPM105131 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Trail Maxx | Flatbed · 40 ft | 7WL3H4028RT001062 | 1 | 1 |
| Unknown | Semi-trailer | BLZC0222116935558 | 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 (12)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| February 12, 2026 | 1675004632 | DURAND WI | II | 3 | 1 | TQL | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
RAM TRAIL MAXX |
3C7WRNFL3TG170533 7WL3H4028RT001062 |
FL DXJ1595 FL RYQC50 |
| 383.23A2-LCDLN | OOSLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 390.21TB1-MC | Operating a CMV without legal name or trade name displayed | |||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | False Log | ||||||||
| January 20, 2026 | 0511000749 | WILLINGTON, CT | II | 5 | — | MRC GLOBAL | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
RAM PJ |
3C63RRNLXHG666369 4P53F492XR1403679 |
TX 59180OSB MD 406506X |
| 390.21TB2-DOT | Operate a CMV without USDOT number displayed. Must be preceded by the letters USDOT | |||||||||
| 390.21TB1-MC | Operating a CMV without legal name or trade name displayed | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIRP | State/Local Laws - IRP apportioned tag or registration violation | |||||||||
| 392.9A-DFSL | Driver - Failing to properly secure load | General Securement | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| December 13, 2025 | TMDK000747 | CHEYENNE I-25, WY | III | 2 | 1 | 75 CERISE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FORD NORSTAR TRAILERS |
1FT8W2BT3MEC56825 50HFG4028T1908921 |
KY S7F533 KY P5V818 |
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 390.21TC-MC | Required CMV marking(s) not legible from 50 feet while stationary due to improper size/location/color | |||||||||
| December 10, 2025 | U667601218 | HARDIN MT | III | 5 | 2 | COPART | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
FORD NORSTAR TRAILERS |
1FT8W2BT3MEC56825 50HFG4028T1908921 |
KY S7F533 KY P5V818 |
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 383.23A2-LCDLN | OOSLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 390.21TC-MC | Required CMV marking(s) not legible from 50 feet while stationary due to improper size/location/color | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIRP | State/Local Laws - IRP apportioned tag or registration violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIFTA | State/Local Laws - State tax/International Fuel Tax (IFTA) violation | |||||||||
| November 29, 2025 | A402533391 | SR22 MEASURING 440 FEET WEST O, PA | III | 2 | 1 | FALCON FREIGHT LINE | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
RAM NORSTAR TRAILERS |
3C63RRGL7JG334926 50HFG4024P1104153 |
TX 999463K TX 999463K |
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 395.8K2-HOSRC | HOS (Manner) - Driver failed to retain a copy of each record of duty status for the previous 7 consecutive days which shall be in his/her possession and available | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| July 16, 2025 | 77499DCV11 | 1600 W BARBOURS CUT, TX | I | 3 | 1 | — | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
CHEVROLET BIG TEX |
1GC3YSEY6RF354809 16VGX4025L6034363 |
TX WCT6641 NE 81295Y |
| 383.23A2 | OOSOperating a CMV without a CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 393.95B | Emergency Equipment - A power unit requiring fuses - missing a spare fuse for a required part or accessory (e.g., lamps required by 393.11, ABS lights or low air | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| October 7, 2024 | 5956002088 | EDINBURGH IN | I | 19 | 4 | JBT CORPORATION | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
CHEVROLET UNKNOWN |
2GC4YME79R1227664 BLZC0222116935558 |
NC TZ9784 NC 00000 |
| 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 | ||||||||
| 393.43D-B | OOSBrake - Missing or inoperable breakaway braking system on a trailer(s) or converter dolly | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.70D-CDTSDD | OOSCoupling - Trailer, safety devices wire/chain damaged. | Coupling Devices | ||||||||
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 390.21TB1-MC | Operating a CMV without legal name or trade name displayed | |||||||||
| 393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 390.21TB2-DOT | Operate a CMV without USDOT number displayed. Must be preceded by the letters USDOT | |||||||||
| 391.11B2-Q | Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) in accordance with the current corresponding FMCSA enforcement guidance (391. | General Driver Qualification | ||||||||
| 391.41A-MCPC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial motor vehicle without showing proof of a valid medical certification upon request, but presents proof prior to com | Medical Certificate | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 393.48A-BIHE | Hydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A-BIHE | Hydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A-BIHE | Hydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A-BIHE | Hydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A-BIHE | Hydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A-BIHE | Hydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| October 1, 2024 | 0329000227 | WILLIAMSVILLE MO | I | 1 | — | PROLEC GE USA LLC | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
FORD MAXEY TRAILERS MFG |
1FT8W3DT1GEA20889 5R8GF402XPM105131 |
KY K3V375 TN 418431T |
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| February 28, 2024 | V241342159 | FM 493 N. US 281 MP, TX | II | 3 | — | THOMAS MOORE FEED | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL HYUN |
3HSDJAPR3GN373499 3H3V532C4LR327055 |
MN PAU0679 ME 3219362 |
| 392.2W | Excessive Weight violation | |||||||||
| 392.2W | Excessive Weight violation | |||||||||
| 392.2W | Excessive Weight violation | |||||||||
| January 25, 2024 | SPRXI00498 | GREENWICH SCALES WESTBOUND, NJ | I | 2 | 1 | — | Straight Truck |
MITS |
4UZCXG110LGLX3622 |
NJ XKAR83 |
| 393.9TS | OOSInoperative turn signal | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.95A | No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| TQL | 1 | February 12, 2026 |
| MRC GLOBAL | 1 | January 20, 2026 |
| 75 CERISE | 1 | December 13, 2025 |
| COPART | 1 | December 10, 2025 |
| FALCON FREIGHT LINE | 1 | November 29, 2025 |
| JBT CORPORATION | 1 | October 7, 2024 |
| PROLEC GE USA LLC | 1 | October 1, 2024 |
| THOMAS MOORE FEED | 1 | February 28, 2024 |
| HOMASOTE | 1 | November 2, 2023 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| April 13, 2026 | REVOKED | Common Carrier |
| January 23, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| December 26, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| January 22, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| December 26, 2024 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| March 21, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| February 23, 2024 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| February 2, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| January 19, 2024 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| April 14, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| March 9, 2026 | COMMON | On Record |
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