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STEEL CITY SHEDS LLC
Warren, OH
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Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
60.0% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 95% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. Drivers were put out of service on 21.4% of 14 driver inspections — higher than 91% 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 registration · no operating authority · DOT 4201277
Active
No Safety Rating
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
No Active Authority
Common carrier
Insurance
Not Found
No coverage amount on file
Safety
Not Rated
60.0% OOS · 27 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
60.0% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 95% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. Drivers were put out of service on 21.4% of 14 driver inspections — higher than 91% 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
- Active FMCSA registration, but no active for-hire operating authority on record
- Registered with FMCSA as a private carrier — not registered to haul other companies' freight for hire
- No active insurance filing found on record
- Driver out-of-service rate 21.4% — above the 5.5% national average
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 58.3% — above the 20.7% national average
- 27 FMCSA inspections on record
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
4201277
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Private (property)
MCS-150 Filed
September 18, 2025
FMCSA Registration
February 27, 2024
Annual Mileage
25,000 mi (2025)
Contact Information
Address
1280 Salt Springs Rd, Warren, OH 44481-8624
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Rachel Dotson
Cargo Types
Other Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
27
Driver Inspections
18
Vehicle Inspections
16
Out-of-Service Violations
26
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance58
Unsafe Driving4
Hours of Service2
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate21.4% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (15.9pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate58.3% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (37.6pp higher)
60.0% of 20 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
95th 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
12 of 12 inspections
Unsafe Driving
3 of 22 inspections
Hours of Service
1 of 22 inspections
Driver Fitness
5 of 22 inspections
Controlled Substances
1 of 22 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 14, 2025 | OH | — | 1 | Yes | 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
OH14
PA9
MI3
Fleet & Equipment (17)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~9
of 4 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~8
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Pickup
4
Semi-trailer
3
Tractor
3
Utility Trailer
2
Flatbed
1
Full Trailer
1
Not Applicable
1
Truck
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Pine Hill/bauxlite | Utility Trailer · 34 ft | 1P9BU3428RG402126 | 9 | 4 |
| 2018 International LT625 | Tractor · Class 7 | 3HCDYAPN0JL331489 | 6 | 2 |
| 2017 International LA687 | Tractor · Class 7 | 3HSDGAPN6HN575833 | 5 | 2 |
| 2016 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJGED60GDHJ6633 | 4 | 4 |
| Pines Trai | Semi-trailer | 1P9BG3427RG402030 | 3 | 2 |
| Unpublishe | Semi-trailer | 1C9GS3322GL627700 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 Ford F-350 | Pickup · Class 3 | 1FT8W3DMXPED48269 | 2 | 2 |
| Unpublishe | Semi-trailer | 1P9BG3227CG402751 | 2 | 2 |
| 2021 Pine Hill/bauxlite | Utility Trailer · 30 ft | 1P9BU3021MG402158 | 2 | 2 |
| 2018 Ford F-250 | Pickup · Class 2 | 1FT7W2BT5JEC76064 | 1 | 1 |
Show all 17 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Ford F-350 | Pickup · Class 3 | 1FT8W3DM8SEC59681 | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 Chevrolet Silverado | Pickup · Class 3 | 1GCJK33D96F179921 | 1 | — |
| 2022 International CV515 | Truck · Class 5 | 1HTKSSWK4NH436059 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 Advanced Trailer Manufacturing | Flatbed · 30 ft | 1SPGF3025MH000051 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 Freightliner Cascadia | Not Applicable · Class 8 | 3AKBGEDV1FSGB5506 | 1 | — |
| Not yet decoded | Full Trailer | 7NRGG3220RF400562 | 1 | — |
| Trlr | — | 99999999999999999 | 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 (27)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 7, 2026 | 0700001617 | WELLINGTON OH | III | 3 | — | STEEL CITY SHEDS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER PINE HILL/BAUXLITE |
3AKBGEDV1FSGB5506 1P9BU3428RG402126 |
OH U978891 ME 00000 |
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLTL | State/Local Laws - Misc. traffic law violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLTR | State/Local Laws - Truck restriction | |||||||||
| May 15, 2026 | M715000221 | SHARON PA | I | 10 | 2 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER PINE HILL/BAUXLITE |
3AKJGED60GDHJ6633 1P9BU3428RG402126 |
OH PNW9403 IL 876799ST |
| 393.43D-B | OOSBrake - Missing or inoperable breakaway braking system on a trailer(s) or converter dolly | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.43DBMA | OOSBrake - Breakaway not attached to the towing vehicle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.7A-D | Driver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLL | State/Local Laws - | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLL | State/Local Laws - | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLL | State/Local Laws - | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLED | State/Local Laws - Excessive dimension (width/height/length) | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| May 12, 2026 | M775000036 | IRWIN PA | I | 9 | 1 | STEEL CITY SHEDS | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL UNPUBLISHE |
3HCDYAPN0JL331489 1P9BG3227CG402751 |
OH PNM1089 OH TUC3648 |
| 392.15 | OOSDriver Prohibited from Performing Safety Sensitive Functions per 382.501(a) in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse | Alcohol Jumping OOS | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEQP | State/Local Laws - Violation of state and local law - Equipment violation. | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEQP | State/Local Laws - Violation of state and local law - Equipment violation. | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEQP | State/Local Laws - Violation of state and local law - Equipment violation. | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEQP | State/Local Laws - Violation of state and local law - Equipment violation. | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEQP | State/Local Laws - Violation of state and local law - Equipment violation. | |||||||||
| 393.45D-B | Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEQP | State/Local Laws - Violation of state and local law - Equipment violation. | |||||||||
| May 12, 2026 | C316613225 | LAWRENCE TOWNSHIP PA | I | 10 | 2 | STEEL CITY SHEDS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER PINE HILL/BAUXLITE |
3AKJGED60GDHJ6633 1P9BU3428RG402126 |
OH PNW9403 IL 876799ST |
| 393.43DBMA | OOSBrake - Breakaway not attached to the towing vehicle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSLIWR | OOSLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on | Lighting | ||||||||
| 390.21TB1-MC | Operating a CMV without legal name or trade name displayed | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLED | State/Local Laws - Excessive dimension (width/height/length) | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLL | State/Local Laws - | |||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLUCR | State/Local Laws - Failure to pay UCR fee | |||||||||
| 393.9A-LTSIR | Lighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit | Lighting | ||||||||
| 396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| April 14, 2026 | D122610435 | CRANBERRY TWP PA | II | 14 | 2 | STEEL CITY SHEDS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FORD PINE-HILL |
1FT8W3DM8SEC59681 1P9BG3227CG402751 |
OH PLQ7232 OH TUC3648 |
| 391.41APC | OOSMedical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency | Medical Certificate | ||||||||
| 383.23A2-LCDLN | OOSLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLTL | State/Local Laws - Misc. traffic law violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLTL | State/Local Laws - Misc. traffic law violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIRP | State/Local Laws - IRP apportioned tag or registration violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLL | State/Local Laws - | |||||||||
| 392.16-D | Driver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV | Seat Belt | ||||||||
| 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 | |||||||||
| 393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| February 26, 2026 | 1808000979 | EAST SPARTA OH | III | 1 | — | STEEL CITY SHEDS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL PINE HILL/BAUXLITE |
3HCDYAPN0JL331489 1P9BU3428RG402126 |
OH PNM1089 IL 876799ST |
| 392.2-SLLTL | State/Local Laws - Misc. traffic law violation | |||||||||
| February 13, 2026 | 3231001079 | ZANESVILLE OH | II | 5 | 2 | CARRIER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL PINES TRAI |
3HSDGAPN6HN575833 1P9BG3427RG402030 |
OH PXD7784 ME 5461572 |
| 396.3A1-BALR | OOSAir Brake - Fails air loss rate test | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45D-BAAL | OOSAir Brake - Audible air leak at other than a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.60C | Windshield - Damaged or Discolored | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIRP | State/Local Laws - IRP apportioned tag or registration violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLTL | State/Local Laws - Misc. traffic law violation | |||||||||
| January 23, 2026 | B109602376 | I70 E, MM 24.8, PA | II | 2 | — | STEEL CITY SHEDS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL PINE |
3HSDGAPN6HN575833 1P9BG3427RG402030 |
OH PXD7784 ME 5461572 |
| 392.2-SLLED | State/Local Laws - Excessive dimension (width/height/length) | |||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| January 12, 2026 | E908601256 | SR 79 SB LONE PINE WEIGH STATI, PA | I | 11 | 3 | STEEL CITY | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER PINE HILL/BAUXLITE |
3AKJGED60GDHJ6633 1P9BU3428RG402126 |
OH PNW9403 IL 876799ST |
| 391.41APC | OOSMedical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency | Medical Certificate | ||||||||
| 393.43DBMA | OOSBrake - Breakaway not attached to the towing vehicle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.43D-B | OOSBrake - Missing or inoperable breakaway braking system on a trailer(s) or converter dolly | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLED | State/Local Laws - Excessive dimension (width/height/length) | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIRP | State/Local Laws - IRP apportioned tag or registration violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSIV | State/Local Laws - State insurance violation | |||||||||
| 392.2SLSCR | State/Local Laws - CMV safety chains | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth | Tires | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLUCR | State/Local Laws - Failure to pay UCR fee | |||||||||
| December 10, 2025 | 3298001374 | JEFFERSON OH | II | 4 | 3 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL PINES TRAI |
3HSDGAPN6HN575833 1P9BG3427RG402030 |
OH PXD7784 ME 5461572 |
| 393.43DBMA | OOSBrake - Breakaway not attached to the towing vehicle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.9A2-C | OOSCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | General Securement | ||||||||
| 396.3A1-BALR | OOSAir Brake - Fails air loss rate test | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| CARRER | 1 | September 29, 2025 |
| STEEL SHEDS | 1 | August 21, 2025 |
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