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THE STERLING FAMILY TRANSPORTATION LLC
Port St Lucie, FL
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 3798178 · MC 1366026
No Safety Rating
Active 3 yrs, 10 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-1366026 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Benchmark Specialty Insurance Company
Safety
Not Rated
18.8% OOS · 18 inspections on record
✓ No risk flags found on authority or insurance records
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 3 yrs, 10 mo
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- Driver out-of-service rate 9.1% — above the 5.5% national average
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 33.3% — above the 20.7% national average
- 18 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC1366026
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $750,000 required
Insurance on File
Benchmark Specialty Insurance Company
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy FLBSIC-1611-01926
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
3798178
MC Number
MC-1366026
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
October 19, 2026
FMCSA Registration
January 12, 2022
Authority Granted
December 28, 2022
Annual Mileage
150 mi (2026)
Contact Information
Address
1001 Sw Dalton Ave, Port St Lucie, FL 34953
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Roland Sterling
Cargo Types
General FreightRefrigerated FoodMeat
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
18
Driver Inspections
13
Vehicle Inspections
7
Out-of-Service Violations
5
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance29
Unsafe Driving9
Hours of Service3
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate9.1% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (3.6pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate33.3% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (12.6pp higher)
18.8% of 16 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
47th 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
3 of 6 inspections
Unsafe Driving
9 of 16 inspections
Hours of Service
3 of 16 inspections
Driver Fitness
1 of 16 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 16 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
GA4
SC2
AR1
CT1
IL1
IN1
and 7 more states
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 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJGLDR5HLHF2076 | 6 | 1 |
| 2007 Wabash Wabash National Corporation | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532W67L035409 | 6 | 1 |
| 2017 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJGLDR8HLHF2394 | 5 | 1 |
| 2009 Wabash Wabash National Corporation | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532W29L094234 | 5 | 1 |
| 2019 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHHDR4KSKC4242 | 3 | — |
| 2025 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GR1P0627ST720900 | 2 | — |
| 2021 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHHDR2MSMF4493 | 2 | — |
| 2013 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C1DT222333 | 2 | — |
| 1989 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 6 ft | 1GRAP0629KT151273 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJGLDR5JSJH6609 | 1 | 1 |
Show all 11 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2008 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C28T061061 | 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 (18)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 9, 2026 | CV42906461 | LONDON KY | III | 1 | — | EVANS DELIVERY COMPANY INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
3AKJHHDR2MSMF4493 1GR1P0627ST720900 |
FL DF43DL TN 541156T |
| 392.2-SLL | State/Local Laws - | |||||||||
| September 2, 2026 | 0364001589 | ANDERSON SC | III | 3 | — | MEDLINE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER WABASH |
1FUJGLDR8HLHF2394 1JJV532W29L094234 |
FL XE309J FL QA96RI |
| 392.2-SLLED | State/Local Laws - Excessive dimension (width/height/length) | |||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| July 23, 2026 | 9109003085 | LAFAYETTE IN | III | 2 | 1 | CLN WORLDWIDE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER WABASH |
1FUJGLDR5HLHF2076 1JJV532W67L035409 |
FL DG56AZ FL QB43AK |
| 383.23A2-LCDLN | OOSLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLS3 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 3 | ||||||||
| May 27, 2026 | SPB3091091 | NORTH HUDSON NY | I | 21 | 2 | UHAUL MOVING AND STORAGE OF WEST PALM BEACH | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER WABASH |
1FUJGLDR8HLHF2394 1JJV532W29L094234 |
FL XE309J FL QA96RI |
| 396.3A1-BALR | OOSAir Brake - Fails air loss rate test | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| 395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 393.55C2-B | Air Brake - CMV other than truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 not equipped with an antilock brake system. System does not function or indicates | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.205C-WRAWFLMIB | Wheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 393.209E-SPSLA | Steering - Power steering leaking anywhere. | Steering Mechanism | ||||||||
| 396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.95A4-EENA | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible or filled | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIFTA | State/Local Laws - State tax/International Fuel Tax (IFTA) violation | |||||||||
| 393.100C-C | Cargo - Cargo not secured against shifting | General Securement | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| 393.47E | 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 | ||||||||
| 393.53B-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 | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| February 20, 2026 | 1464000729 | MCDONOUGH GA | III | 1 | — | LANDSCAPE FORMS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER WABASH |
1FUJGLDR5HLHF2076 1JJV532W67L035409 |
FL DG56A2 FL QB43KJ |
| 392.2-SLLFC | State/Local Laws - Following too closely | Dangerous Driving | ||||||||
| November 25, 2025 | 3079004011 | GREENWICH, CT | III | 1 | — | AMERICARE ROYAL EAST | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
3AKJHHDR2MSMF4493 1GR1P0627ST720900 |
FL DF43DL TN 541156T |
| 392.2-SLLLR | State/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation | Misc Violations | ||||||||
| October 14, 2025 | 1454000675 | WOODBINE GA | III | 1 | — | PRIDE MOBILITY PRODUCTS CORP | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
3AKJHHDR2MSMF4493 1GR1P0627ST720900 |
FL DF43DL TN 541156T |
| 392.2-SLLLR | State/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation | Misc Violations | ||||||||
| September 26, 2025 | 5005020134 | I-57, IL | II | — | — | SMUCKERS SALES AND DISTRIBUTION | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER WABASH |
1FUJGLDR5HLHF2076 1JJV532W67L035409 |
FL DG56AZ FL QB43KJ |
| September 3, 2025 | 0217009371 | DARLINGTON SC | III | — | — | KC GLOBAL | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER WABASH |
1FUJGLDR5HLHF2076 1JJV532W67L035409 |
FL DG56AZ FL QB43KJ |
| July 2, 2025 | BARTT04979 | M24@TURRILL, MI | II | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
3AKJHHDR4KSKC4242 3H3V532C1DT222333 |
FL XE220H FL QB25KA |
| 392.2-SLLML | State/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| EVANS DELIVERY COMPANY INC | 1 | October 9, 2026 |
| MEDLINE | 1 | September 2, 2026 |
| CLN WORLDWIDE | 1 | July 23, 2026 |
| UHAUL MOVING AND STORAGE OF WEST PALM BEACH | 1 | May 27, 2026 |
| LANDSCAPE FORMS | 1 | February 20, 2026 |
| AMERICARE ROYAL EAST | 1 | November 25, 2025 |
| PRIDE MOBILITY PRODUCTS CORP | 1 | October 14, 2025 |
| SMUCKERS SALES AND DISTRIBUTION | 1 | September 26, 2025 |
| KC GLOBAL | 1 | September 3, 2025 |
| MERCURY PAPER | 1 | June 17, 2025 |
| YMCA | 1 | May 13, 2025 |
| WELCH FOODS, INC. | 1 | March 20, 2025 |
2 more shippers named at fewer inspections.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| November 28, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| November 3, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| November 27, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| November 4, 2024 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| November 30, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| November 2, 2023 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| December 28, 2022 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
| December 28, 2022 | Active GRANTED | Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| November 29, 2025 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
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