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BLACK RHINO TRANSPORT LLC
Bethlehem, PA
CarrierChk vetting signal
Elevated concerns
2 flags to review · 1 high-priority, 1 caution
FMCSA status: Inactive · DOT 4493565 · MC 1776681
Inactive
No Safety Rating
Active 9 months
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
No Active Authority
MC-1776681 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
$750,000 BIPD
Safety
Not Rated
3 inspections on record
Flags · 2
Inactive Carrier Status
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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.
Vetting notes
- Not currently active with FMCSA
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- 3 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC1776681
Common Carrier
Insurance on File
BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY DIRECT INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD · $750,000 · Policy 0072348-01-CA
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
4493565
MC Number
MC-1776681
Operating Status
Inactive
Safety Rating
Not Rated
MCS-150 Filed
November 11, 2025
FMCSA Registration
November 11, 2025
Authority Granted
December 11, 2025
Annual Mileage
0 mi (0)
Contact Information
Location
Bethlehem, PA
Email
Cargo Types
General Freight
Safety & Performance
Inspections, violations and crash history
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
3
Driver Inspections
2
Vehicle Inspections
2
Total OOS Orders
3
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance2
Unsafe Driving0
Hours of Service1
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
Inspection Records (3)
| Date | State | Level | Vehicle | Viol. | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 10, 2026 | TX | Level II — Walk-Around | HINO · 5PVNJ8JT5J4S58485 | 0 | Clean |
| March 4, 2026 | MO | Level I — Full | HINO · 5PVNJ8JT5J4S58485 | 3 | 3 OOS |
| January 21, 2026 | PA | Level III — Driver Only | HINO · 5PVNJ8JT5J4S58485 | 0 | Clean |
What Inspectors Found
Roadside findings from FMCSA's rolling 24-month window, grouped the way FMCSA groups them. This is separate from the safety rating, which comes from an on-site compliance review.
Vehicle Maintenance
1 of 2 inspections
Unsafe Driving
0 of 3 inspections
Hours of Service
1 of 3 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 3 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 3 inspections
| Date | Category | Violation | Sev. | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 4, 2026 | Hours-of-Service Compliance · Incomplete/Wrong Log | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 5 | Out of service |
| March 4, 2026 | Vehicle Maintenance · Tire vs. Load | Tires - All others weight carried exceeds tire load limit | 3 | Out of service |
| March 4, 2026 | Vehicle Maintenance · Tire vs. Load | Tires - Front weight carried exceeds tire load limit | 3 | Out of service |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
MO1
PA1
TX1
Fleet & Equipment (1)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~1
of 1 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
—
seen at inspection
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2018 Hino Conventional Type Truck | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 6 | 5PVNJ8JT5J4S58485 | 3 | 1 |
A vehicle appearing here was recorded in an inspection — it is not proof the carrier still operates it today.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| December 11, 2025 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| June 11, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | Cancellation Filed |
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Data sourced from FMCSA MCMIS via Socrata. Record last updated: September 6, 2026.
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