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JH CALIFORNIA EXPRESS INC
Ceres, CA
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Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
36.4% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 79% 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 3700463 · MC 1294564
No Safety Rating
Active 5 months · first granted 2021
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-1294564 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Everspan Indemnity Insurance Company
Safety
Not Rated
36.4% OOS · 18 inspections on record
Flags · 2
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
36.4% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 79% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
Recently Reinstated Authority
Authority reinstated April 24, 2026. Continuous authority: 5 months. First granted October 29, 2021 (4 yrs, 11 mo ago).
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active 5 months since reinstatement on April 24, 2026; first granted October 29, 2021 (4 yrs, 11 mo ago)
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 20.0% — below the 20.7% national average
- 18 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC1294564
Common Carrier
Insurance on File
EVERSPAN INDEMNITY INSURANCE COMPANY
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy CW3EVE-933144-01
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
3700463
MC Number
MC-1294564
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
February 24, 2026
FMCSA Registration
August 12, 2021
Authority First Granted
October 29, 2021
Authority Reinstated
April 24, 2026
Annual Mileage
100,000 mi (2026)
Contact Information
Location
Ceres, CA
Email
Cargo Types
General FreightHousehold GoodsBuilding MaterialsIntermodalBeveragesPaper ProductsConstruction MaterialsGarbage/Refuse
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
18
Driver Inspections
14
Vehicle Inspections
14
Out-of-Service Violations
10
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance20
Unsafe Driving2
Hours of Service9
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate12.5% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (7.0pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate20.0% · national avg 20.7%
✓ Below national average
36.4% of 11 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
79th 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
4 of 11 inspections
Unsafe Driving
1 of 13 inspections
Hours of Service
2 of 13 inspections
Driver Fitness
2 of 13 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 13 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
CA14
NM1
OK1
Fleet & Equipment (13)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~10
of 1 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~3
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
4
Truck
4
Chassis / Incomplete
2
Dry Van
2
Semi-trailer
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJGLD10GSHM6283 | 3 | 2 |
| 2019 Peterbilt 337 | Truck · Class 6 | 2NP2HM6X1KM263383 | 2 | 1 |
| 2018 Freightliner M2 | Truck · Class 6 | 3ALACWFC6JDJP4653 | 2 | — |
| 2018 Hino Conventional Type Truck | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 6 | 5PVNJ8JV4J4S70001 | 2 | — |
| 2016 Freightliner M2 | Truck · Class 6 | 1FVACWDT3GHHG6807 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X7LJ370669 | 1 | — |
| Diao | Semi-trailer | 2DM42JA49RS211876 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C5LR439640 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C9LR440421 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 International MV607 | Truck · Class 6 | 3HAEUMML3NL184510 | 1 | — |
Show all 13 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 International LT625 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZAPR9KN052360 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EG8CN545074 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Isuzu FTR | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 6 | 54DK6S164JSG01499 | 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 (18)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 9, 2026 | NCEB009878 | CA, CA | I | — | — | — | Straight Truck |
ISUZU |
54DK6S164JSG01499 |
CA 19703G4 |
| June 3, 2026 | NCEB009861 | CA, CA | I | — | — | — | Straight Truck |
INTERNATIONAL |
3HAEUMML3NL184510 |
IN 3150332 |
| May 30, 2026 | UFWH001630 | CA, CA | III | 5 | 1 | — | Straight Truck |
PETERBILT |
2NP2HM6X1KM263383 |
CA 64718J4 |
| 391.11B2-Q | OOSDriver 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 | ||||||||
| 390.21TC-MC | Required CMV marking(s) not legible from 50 feet while stationary due to improper size/location/color | |||||||||
| 390.21TC-MC | Required CMV marking(s) not legible from 50 feet while stationary due to improper size/location/color | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLDL | State/Local Laws - Misc. driver's license violation | |||||||||
| 393.88 | Television/video display device - Improperly located | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| April 30, 2026 | NAGM011428 | GILROY IF, CA | I | — | — | — | Straight Truck |
PETERBILT |
2NP2HM6X1KM263383 |
CA 64718J4 |
| February 9, 2025 | V900172650 | 510 SOUTHWEST ROOSEVELT AVE, OK | II | 12 | 2 | MC | Truck Tractor |
INTERNATIONAL |
3HSDZAPR9KN052360 |
CA 9G99106 |
| 383.23A2-LCDLN | OOSLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 391.41A-MCPC | OOSMedical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial motor vehicle without showing proof of a valid medical certification upon request, but presents proof prior to com | Medical Certificate | ||||||||
| 393.207F-SDAS | OOSSuspension - Deflated air suspension | Suspension | ||||||||
| 393.207A-SAPPAS | OOSSuspension - Axle positioning part cracked/broken/loose/missing resulting in axle shift | Suspension | ||||||||
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.201A-FRMS | OOSFrame - Cracked/loose/sagging/broken frame member permitting shifting of body | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLTL | State/Local Laws - Misc. traffic law violation | |||||||||
| 393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LHLI | Lighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 393.205A-WRC | Wheel/Rim - Rim, spoke wheel, or adapter cracked | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 393.9B-LRLO | Lighting - Tail lamp - Any obstructed. | Lighting | ||||||||
| February 7, 2025 | UDK7003690 | CORDELIA IF, CA | I | — | — | — | Straight Truck |
FREIGHTLINER |
3ALACWFC6JDJP4653 |
CA 99821W3 |
| January 16, 2025 | NFFX000137 | GRAPEVINE IF, CA | II | 3 | 2 | AMAZON | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
3AKJGLD10GSHM6283 3H3V532C5LR439640 |
CA ZP08201 OR HV45440 |
| 395.8E-HOSPD | OOSHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | False Log | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-BHTD | OOSAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LFTSI | Lighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| December 20, 2024 | ND6D006428 | GRAPEVINE IF, CA | I | 2 | 2 | SIERRA PACIFIC DISTRIBUTION | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER DIAO |
3AKJGLD10GSHM6283 2DM42JA49RS211876 |
CA ZP08201 IN PD63307 |
| 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-TAOLTIS | OOSTires - All others, leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| December 6, 2024 | NBGO007612 | GILROY IF, CA | I | — | — | JH CALIFORNIA EXPRESS INC | Straight Truck |
HINO |
5PVNJ8JV4J4S70001 |
CA 62985A4 |
| November 29, 2024 | UG4W001838 | ANTELOPE E/B, CA | II | 11 | — | AMAZON | Straight Truck |
FREIGHTLINER |
3ALACWFC6JDJP4653 |
CA 99821W3 |
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 390.21TB1-MC | Operating a CMV without legal name or trade name displayed | |||||||||
| 390.21TB2-DOT | Operate a CMV without USDOT number displayed. Must be preceded by the letters USDOT | |||||||||
| 376.11D1 | Lease or Rental Agreement not on board leased or rented CMV | |||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | False Log | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| AMAZON | 3 | January 16, 2025 |
| SIERRA PACIFIC DISTRIBUTION | 1 | December 20, 2024 |
| MARINE LUMBER CO. | 1 | November 14, 2023 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| April 24, 2026 | REINSTATED | Common Carrier |
| March 19, 2025 | REVOKED | Common Carrier |
| July 10, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| June 20, 2024 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| March 12, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| February 15, 2024 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| November 24, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| November 3, 2023 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| June 29, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| June 23, 2023 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| April 22, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| February 14, 2025 | COMMON | On Record |
| January 3, 2022 | COMMON | On Record |
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