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TERMINAL STORAGE COMPANY INC
Fayetteville, NC
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 479541 · MC 251813
Satisfactory
Active 34 yrs, 3 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-251813 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Vanliner Insurance Company
Safety
Satisfactory
22.2% OOS · 23 inspections on record
✓ No risk flags found on authority or insurance records
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 34 yrs, 3 mo
- Insurance on file: $1,000,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 20.0% — below the 20.7% national average
- 23 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC251813
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $750,000 required
Insurance on File
Vanliner Insurance Company
BI&PD · $1,000,000 · Policy MGA 3085500-03
The Hanover Insurance Company
Cargo · $5,000 · Policy RHK D357907
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$1,000,000
Cargo · required
On file
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
479541
MC Number
MC-251813
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
March 3, 2026
FMCSA Registration
April 15, 1992
Authority Granted
June 10, 1992
Annual Mileage
175,141 mi (2026)
Contact Information
Address
537 S Eastern Blvd, Fayetteville, NC 28301
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Thomas Kiser Jr
Officer 2
Heather M Turlington
Cargo Types
Household Goods
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
23
Driver Inspections
10
Vehicle Inspections
19
Out-of-Service Violations
9
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance38
Unsafe Driving1
Hours of Service15
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate0.0% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate20.0% · national avg 20.7%
✓ Below national average
22.2% of 18 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
56th 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
8 of 15 inspections
Unsafe Driving
1 of 18 inspections
Hours of Service
5 of 18 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 18 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 18 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
NC9
NM5
CA4
AL1
MS1
MT1
and 1 more state
Fleet & Equipment (23)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~12
of 12 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~11
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Dry Van
11
Tractor
10
Not Applicable
2
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJGLBG0CSBV6183 | 4 | — |
| 2007 Kentucky Electronics Trailer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1KKVE53267L223692 | 4 | — |
| 2006 Freightliner Columbia | Tractor · Class 7 | 1FUBA5CG96LW40557 | 3 | — |
| 2006 Kentucky Electronics Trailer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1KKVE53216L220763 | 3 | 1 |
| 2019 Kentucky Electronics Trailer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1KKVE5327KL242499 | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 Kentucky Furniture Trailer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1KKVF532XML247776 | 2 | 1 |
| 2013 Kenworth T7 Series | Not Applicable · Class 8 | 1XKFDP9X9DJ349153 | 2 | 2 |
| 2019 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH0KN902769 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH5KN214069 | 2 | 1 |
| 2028 Kentucky City Delivery Trailer | Dry Van · 34 ft | 1KKVC3411WL112157 | 1 | — |
Show all 23 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2004 Kentucky Electronics Trailer | Dry Van · 51 ft | 1KKVE512X4L212614 | 1 | — |
| 2008 Kentucky Electronics Trailer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1KKVE53208L226153 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Kentucky Electronics Trailer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1KKVE5326NL252123 | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 Kentucky Electronics Trailer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1KKVE53276L220766 | 1 | 1 |
| 2007 Kentucky Electronics Trailer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1KKVE53287L223743 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHHDR7MSMK3793 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Freightliner Cascadia | Not Applicable · Class 8 | 3AKJHHDV8LSLF5740 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHLDR4RSUY4867 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C5JR187708 | 1 | — |
| 2020 International LT625 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZAPR9LN294339 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NB9EH0NN300283 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH2KN902885 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH3KN213924 | 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 (23)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 18, 2026 | NEAK003218 | CA, CA | I | 17 | 2 | TERMINAL STORAGE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH KENTUCKY |
1XKFDP9X9DJ349153 1KKVF532XML247776 |
NC TD5734 NC DC17388 |
| 393.45D-BHTBS | OOSAir Brake - Hose/tubing with a bulge/swelling when air pressure is applied | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45D-BHTBS | OOSAir Brake - Hose/tubing with a bulge/swelling when air pressure is applied | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-BHTD | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.24D-ELDPT | HOS (ELD) - On request by an authorized safety official, a driver must produce and transfer from an ELD the driver's hours of service records in accordance with t | Fail to transfer ELD records | ||||||||
| 395.22H2-ELDNISDT | HOS (ELD) Driver failing to have instruction sheet describing the data transfer mechanisms supported by the ELD and step-by-step instructions for the driver to pr | EOBR Related | ||||||||
| 395.22G-ELDMFV | HOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position. | EOBR Related | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.45D-B | Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.5B-L | Lubrication - Oil or grease leak | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 393.28-WS | Wiring Systems - Copper wire exposed | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.78A-WS | Washers - Inoperative washing system. | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 395.24C2II-ELDTN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify CMV trailer number. | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.24C2III-ELDSDN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify shipping document number. | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.24C2I-ELDUN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify CMV power unit number. | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| August 13, 2026 | 4004Q6977S | NM, NM | II | 2 | 1 | VANDENBURG | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER KENTUCKY |
3AKJHHDV8LSLF5740 1KKVE5326NL252123 |
NC TD5793 NC DA54535 |
| 395.8E1PC-OOS | OOSHOS - False record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Driver improperly used Personal Conveyance | False Log | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| August 7, 2026 | 0006903175 | ROCKY MOUNT NC | II | 2 | 1 | JOINT PERS PROP SHIPPING | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH KENTUCKY |
1XKFDP9X9DJ349153 1KKVE53216L220763 |
NC TD5734 NC AB89887 |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| July 17, 2026 | 6483Q5IFPQ | NM, NM | III | — | — | AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL MOVING CORPORATION | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER KENTUCKY |
1FUJGLBG0CSBV6183 1KKVE53267L223692 |
NC NE9564 NC AB55398 |
| July 16, 2026 | 6129Q5HDBG | NM, NM | II | 3 | — | JOINT PERS PROP SHIPPING OFFICE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER KENTUCKY |
1FUJGLBG0CSBV6183 1KKVE53267L223692 |
NC NE9564 NC AB55398 |
| 396.3A1-OAL | Other - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.55E-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| June 3, 2026 | 2113002606 | HEFLIN AL | I | 14 | — | ELIJAH PEREZUS ARMY | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER KENTUCKY |
1FUJGLBG0CSBV6183 1KKVE53267L223692 |
NC NE9564 NC AB55398 |
| 393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting - Lamps improper color, height, location. | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-CSURR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, upper rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.55E-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 395.22G-ELDMFV | HOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position. | EOBR Related | ||||||||
| 395.22H1-ELDNUM | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - No user's manual for the driver describing how to operate the ELD. (May be electronic) | EOBR Related | ||||||||
| 392.8-D | Driver - Failed to inspect /use emergency equipment | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 395.22H2-ELDNISDT | HOS (ELD) Driver failing to have instruction sheet describing the data transfer mechanisms supported by the ELD and step-by-step instructions for the driver to pr | EOBR Related | ||||||||
| 395.22H3-ELDMF | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have an instruction sheet for the driver describing ELD malfunction reporting requirements and recordkeeping proce | EOBR Related | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| February 7, 2026 | 0006845415 | REST AREA, NC | III | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
3AKJHLDR4RSUY4867 3H3V532C5JR187708 |
OK 3JY493 OK BB3120 |
| December 30, 2025 | 0006834032 | CAMDEN REST AREA, NC | I | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER KENTUCKY |
3AKJHHDR7MSMK3793 1KKVE53208L226153 |
IN 2956922 NC AB89889 |
| 393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | Lighting | ||||||||
| August 13, 2025 | 0006786888 | ASHEVILLE WEIGH STATION, I-40,, NC | III | — | — | MULTIPLE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER KENTUCKY |
1FUJGLBG0CSBV6183 1KKVE53267L223692 |
NC NE9564 NC AB55398 |
| May 21, 2025 | 0006759031 | NC 87 NEAR NC 27, NC | II | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER KENTUCKY |
1FUBA5CG96LW40557 1KKVC3411WL112157 |
NC MH3794 NC AK81841 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| VANDENBURG | 1 | August 13, 2026 |
| JOINT PERS PROP SHIPPING | 1 | August 7, 2026 |
| AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL MOVING CORPORATION | 1 | July 17, 2026 |
| JOINT PERS PROP SHIPPING OFFICE | 1 | July 16, 2026 |
| ELIJAH PEREZUS ARMY | 1 | June 3, 2026 |
| NIKOLA MILICH | 1 | January 21, 2025 |
| DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE | 1 | November 5, 2024 |
| JPPSO SOUTH EAST | 1 | August 18, 2024 |
| COVAN WORLD WIDE MOVING INC | 1 | June 11, 2024 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| June 9, 2026 | Active Administrative status adjustment | Motor Carrier of Household Goods |
| June 8, 2021 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| September 5, 2017 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| June 23, 2009 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common Carrier |
| June 18, 2009 | Active Discontinued Revocation | Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) |
| December 12, 2005 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract Carrier |
| February 22, 2001 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common Carrier |
| September 28, 1995 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract Carrier |
| June 10, 1992 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| February 1, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| September 1, 2017 | Cargo | On file |
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