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TEXAS NATIONAL TRANSPORT INC
Houston, TX
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Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
33.3% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 87% 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 492544 · MC 255732
Satisfactory
Active 34 yrs
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-255732 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Great West Casualty Co
Safety
Satisfactory
33.3% OOS · 46 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
33.3% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 87% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 34 yrs
- Insurance on file: $1,000,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 33.3% — above the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 0.0% — below the 5.5% national average
- 46 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC255732
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $750,000 required
Insurance on File
Great West Casualty Co
BI&PD · $1,000,000 · Policy MCP91154A
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$1,000,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
492544
MC Number
MC-255732
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
April 23, 2026
FMCSA Registration
July 29, 1992
Authority Granted
October 6, 1992
Annual Mileage
2,120,000 mi (2025)
Contact Information
Address
8000 Market Street Suite 220, Houston, TX 77029
Phone
Email
Website
Owner / Officer
Randy Kliesing
Officer 2
Mark Vanston
Cargo Types
Intermodal
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
46
Driver Inspections
13
Vehicle Inspections
46
Out-of-Service Violations
18
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance73
Unsafe Driving0
Hours of Service0
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate0.0% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate33.3% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (12.6pp higher)
33.3% of 30 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
87th percentile among carriers with 25–99 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
20 of 32 inspections
Unsafe Driving
0 of 32 inspections
Hours of Service
0 of 32 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 32 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 32 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
TX41
Fleet & Equipment (34)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~10
of 12 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~24
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Container Chassis
13
Tractor
10
Dry Van
5
Intermodal Chassis
5
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 International 9400i | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSCNAER6YC070822 | 8 | 2 |
| 2019 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHPDV9KSKF9690 | 6 | — |
| 2009 International LF627 | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSCUAPR89C102493 | 5 | 3 |
| 2001 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9RHX1N260537 | 5 | 5 |
| 2018 Cimc Vehicles Group Co | Container Chassis · 41 ft | LJRC41268J1009428 | 4 | 2 |
| Frht | Tractor | 1FUYSDZB41LG22444 | 3 | — |
| 2011 International LF627 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1HSCUSJR0BJ326007 | 3 | 2 |
| 2007 Kenworth T2 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKTDU9X77J168462 | 3 | — |
| 2013 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD49X8DD193774 | 3 | 2 |
| 2000 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Container Chassis · 41 ft | 3H3C412S9YT120113 | 3 | 3 |
Show all 34 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2000 Kenworth T2000 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKTDB9X9YJ844481 | 2 | 1 |
| Prat | Intermodal Chassis | 7SPCC412XRN009441 | 2 | 1 |
| 2018 Cimc Vehicles Group Co | Container Chassis · 41 ft | LJRC41260J1009438 | 2 | 1 |
| 2018 Cimc Vehicles Group Co | Container Chassis · 41 ft | LJRC41262J1009425 | 2 | — |
| 2019 Cimc Vehicles Group Co | Container Chassis · 41 ft | LJRC41264K1000968 | 2 | 1 |
| Cimc | Intermodal Chassis | LJRC41267KT023505 | 2 | — |
| Chkg | — | 1C9CK4021BA681003 | 1 | 1 |
| Chkg | Intermodal Chassis | 1C9CK402XBA681002 | 1 | — |
| 2006 Freightliner Columbia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJA6CK36DW07635 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 Wabash Vans Dry Van Duraplate | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532D5FL889109 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Gg Trailers | Container Chassis · 40 ft | 3EYN240M7PF000393 | 1 | 1 |
| 2000 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Container Chassis · 41 ft | 3H3C412S2YT120051 | 1 | 1 |
| 2000 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Container Chassis · 41 ft | 3H3C412S2YT120096 | 1 | 1 |
| 2000 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Container Chassis · 41 ft | 3H3C412SXYT120055 | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C3GT464738 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C4GT464845 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532K0RS266960 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Cimc | Container Chassis · 23 ft | 57VBA2326P2000582 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VC5328RT416801 | 1 | — |
| Prat | Intermodal Chassis | 7SPCC4121RN009439 | 1 | — |
| Prat | Intermodal Chassis | 7SPCC412XRN009438 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Cimc Vehicles Group Co | Container Chassis · 41 ft | LJRC41264J1009426 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Cimc Vehicles Group Co | Container Chassis · 41 ft | LJRC41268J1009445 | 1 | — |
| 2017 Cimc Vehicles Group Co | Container Chassis · 41 ft | LJRC41371H1037850 | 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 (46)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 15, 2026 | 7JSE9DGX5A | TX, TX | II | 3 | — | TMC HOUSTON BOL0365523 | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
— CIMC VEHICLES GROUP CO |
3AKJGND68GDGX1005 LJRC41260J1009438 |
TX 1M72475 TN U859098 |
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 392.2WG | State/Local Laws - Excessive Weight Violations | |||||||||
| September 30, 2026 | 7JDC9DNGD2 | TX, TX | II | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
FREIGHTLINER — |
3AKJHPDV9KSKF9690 1C9CK402XBA681002 |
TX 1M41554 TX Y56829 |
| August 27, 2026 | 7IF89DFP8A | TX, TX | I | 4 | — | FMS LOGISTICS | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
FREIGHTLINER — |
3AKJHPDV9KSKF9690 LJRC41267KT023505 |
TX 1M41554 TN 054407T |
| 396.3A1-ALBV | Air Brake - Any leak from a brake valve | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45D-B | Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.2WG | State/Local Laws - Excessive Weight Violations | |||||||||
| 392.2WG | State/Local Laws - Excessive Weight Violations | |||||||||
| July 28, 2026 | 7HL89DNOQG | SH-0225 IN HARRIS CO. (686-700, TX | II | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
INTERNATIONAL CIMC VEHICLES GROUP CO |
2HSCNAER6YC070822 LJRC41268J1009428 |
TX 1L41604 TN U859088 |
| July 2, 2026 | 7GVC9DCTLO | SH-0146 IN HARRIS CO. (482-500, TX | II | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
FREIGHTLINER CIMC |
3AKJHPDV9KSKF9690 LJRC41267KT023505 |
TX 1M41554 TN 054407T |
| 393.205C | Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| May 22, 2026 | 7FQA9DNNAM | SH-0225 IN HARRIS CO. (686-700, TX | I | 1 | 1 | — | Truck Tractor Trailer |
INTERNATIONAL PRAT |
2HSCUAPR89C102493 7SPCC412XRN009441 |
TX 1M19038 TN 466251T |
| 393.9TS | OOSInoperative turn signal | Lighting | ||||||||
| April 29, 2026 | 7F3C9DUIBL | 500 W BARBOURS CUT, TX | II | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
PETERBILT PRAT |
1XPBD49X8DD193774 7SPCC412XRN009438 |
TX 1M72473 TN 466248T |
| April 28, 2026 | 7F2A9DNOM4 | SH-0225 IN HARRIS CO. (686-700, TX | II | 3 | 1 | BARBOURS CUT TERMINAL | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
VOLVO TRUCK HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
4V4NC9RHX1N260537 3H3C412S9YT120113 |
TX 1M73033 TX 105B090 |
| 393.209D | OOSSteering system components worn, welded, or missing | Steering Mechanism | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 396.5B | Oil and/or grease leak | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| April 6, 2026 | 7EGD9DNOL0 | SH-0225 IN HARRIS CO. (686-700, TX | II | 4 | — | BAYPORT TERMINAL | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
INTERNATIONAL CIMC VEHICLES GROUP CO |
2HSCNAER6YC070822 LJRC41262J1009425 |
TX 1L41604 TN U859085 |
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.201D | Frame accessories improperly attached | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 393.45B2UV | Brake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.5B | Oil and/or grease leak | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| March 31, 2026 | V262294747 | TX288 NB ANGLETON SCALE, TX | I | 1 | — | NONNE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH VANGUARD NATIONAL TRAILER CORPORATION (VNTC) |
1XKTDU9X77J168462 5V8VC5328RT416801 |
TX 1N87371 ME 5305237 |
| 393.78 | Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| BAYPORT TERMINAL | 14 | April 6, 2026 |
| BARBOURS CUT TERMINAL | 5 | April 28, 2026 |
| TMC HOUSTON BOL0365523 | 1 | October 15, 2026 |
| FMS LOGISTICS | 1 | August 27, 2026 |
| NONNE | 1 | March 31, 2026 |
| BARBOURS CUT TERMIANL | 1 | March 5, 2026 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| November 1, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| October 5, 2017 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| October 10, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| September 13, 2012 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| October 11, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| September 19, 2011 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| October 9, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| September 14, 2009 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| October 9, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| September 15, 2008 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| November 1, 2022 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
BOC-3 Process Agent
Process Agent Service Company, Inc.
945 S Marion Rd, Sioux Falls, SD, 57105
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