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CLOUSE TRUCKING INC
Carlisle, PA
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 5706 · MC 174778
Satisfactory
Active 41 yrs, 2 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-174778 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Sentry Select Insurance Company
Safety
Satisfactory
3.8% OOS · 72 inspections on record
✓ No risk flags found on authority or insurance records
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 41 yrs, 2 mo
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 4.8% — below the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 0.0% — below the 5.5% national average
- 72 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC174778
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $750,000 required
Insurance on File
Sentry Select Insurance Company
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy A0133117001
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
5706
MC Number
MC-174778
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
October 13, 2026
FMCSA Registration
June 1, 1974
Authority Granted
September 3, 1985
Annual Mileage
1,338,107 mi (2026)
Contact Information
Address
2075 Ritner Hwy, Carlisle, PA 17015-9303
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Heather Clouse
Officer 2
J Edward Clouse
Cargo Types
Other Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
72
Driver Inspections
66
Vehicle Inspections
63
Out-of-Service Violations
5
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance34
Unsafe Driving4
Hours of Service0
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate0.0% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate4.8% · national avg 20.7%
✓ Below national average
3.8% of 26 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
9th 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
6 of 25 inspections
Unsafe Driving
0 of 30 inspections
Hours of Service
0 of 30 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 30 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 30 inspections
Crash History (7)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
7
Crashes
0
Fatalities
3
Injuries
7
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| April 10, 2026 | PA | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| March 28, 2026 | PA | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Dark - Not Lighted · Dry |
| January 13, 2026 | MD | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Dark - Not Lighted · Dry |
| April 2, 2025 | PA | — | 1 | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Dawn · Dry |
| February 5, 2025 | MD | — | 1 | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| January 11, 2025 | MD | — | 1 | Yes | Snow · Dark - Lighted · Snow |
| November 25, 2024 | PA | — | — | 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
MD45
PA9
WV1
Fleet & Equipment (43)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~21
of 46 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~22
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
21
Semi-trailer
17
Tank
5
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1996 International 9400 | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSFHAMR8TC087491 | 5 | — |
| Unknown | Semi-trailer | 2TLXL42362B000319 | 5 | — |
| 2007 Freightliner Columbia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJA6CK77LY11359 | 4 | 1 |
| 2002 Mack CH | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AA18Y72W146249 | 4 | — |
| Walker Sta | Semi-trailer | 5WSAA45281N034513 | 4 | — |
| Bren | Semi-trailer | 10BAB72Z6VM0M1302 | 3 | 1 |
| Brenner Ta | Semi-trailer | 10BAB72Z9WM0M1781 | 3 | — |
| 2007 Freightliner Columbia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJA6CK17LY41845 | 3 | — |
| 2001 Mack CH | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AA18Y11W138341 | 3 | — |
| 2002 Mack CH | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AA18Y32W146250 | 3 | — |
Show all 43 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 Mack CH | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AA18YX3W149695 | 3 | — |
| 1999 Walker Stainless Equipment Co | Tank · 45 ft | 1W9P45213XN001777 | 3 | — |
| Walker Tra | Semi-trailer | 5WSAA45208N039702 | 3 | — |
| Walker Sta | Semi-trailer | 5WSAA47282N035062 | 3 | — |
| Bren | Semi-trailer | 10BAB72Z22F0B3587 | 2 | — |
| Bren | Semi-trailer | 10BAB72Z2VM0M1037 | 2 | — |
| 2007 Freightliner Columbia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJA6CK47LY11349 | 2 | — |
| 2001 Mack CH | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AA18YX1W138340 | 2 | — |
| 2003 Mack CX (Vision) | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AE06Y73W014126 | 2 | — |
| 2001 Mack CX (Vision) | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AE07Y91W009330 | 2 | — |
| 2025 Walker Stainless Equipment Co | Tank · 44 ft | 1W9P44216SN001873 | 2 | — |
| 1999 Walker Stainless Equipment Co | Tank · 45 ft | 1W9P45213XN001780 | 2 | — |
| 1999 International F-9370 | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSFBAMR1XC093284 | 2 | — |
| Bar-b | Semi-trailer | 4BUDGE1BXPB934025 | 2 | — |
| Bren | Semi-trailer | 10BAB72Z8VM0M1303 | 1 | — |
| 2007 Freightliner Columbia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJA6CK37LY11343 | 1 | — |
| 1999 Mack CH | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AA13Y2XW106000 | 1 | — |
| 2000 Mack CH | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AA13Y3YW122160 | 1 | — |
| 2000 Mack CH | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AA18Y1YW126667 | 1 | — |
| 1999 Mack CH | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AA18Y5XW095793 | 1 | — |
| 2003 Mack CH | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AA18Y83W150392 | 1 | — |
| 2004 Mack CH | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AA18Y84N157527 | 1 | — |
| 1992 Mack CH | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M2AA13Y0NW015901 | 1 | — |
| 1999 Walker Stainless Equipment Co | Tank · 45 ft | 1W9P45211XN001776 | 1 | — |
| 1999 Walker Stainless Equipment Co | Tank · 45 ft | 1W9P4521XXN001775 | 1 | — |
| Walker | Semi-trailer | 1W9P82121H1028322 | 1 | — |
| 2001 International 9400i | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSCNAMR81C017031 | 1 | — |
| Unknown | Semi-trailer | 4BUFFF1C9SB955404 | 1 | — |
| Walk | Semi-trailer | 559239241N034227 | 1 | — |
| Walr | Semi-trailer | 5WSAA45251N034260 | 1 | — |
| Walker | Semi-trailer | 5WSAA45285N037627 | 1 | — |
| Walker Tra | Semi-trailer | 5WSAA45291N034228 | 1 | — |
| Walk | Semi-trailer | 5WSAA472X2N035063 | 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 (72)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 26, 2026 | XL00110207 | MOUNT HOLLY SPRINGS BORO PA | III | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER WALKER |
1FUJA6CK77LY11359 1W9P82121H1028322 |
PA AH37601 PA PT382C5 |
| March 30, 2026 | H406608916 | SUSQUEHANNA TOWNSHIP PA | II | 12 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER WALKER |
1FUJA6CK37LY11343 5WSAA45285N037627 |
PA AH16747 PA PT029K6 |
| 393.75A3-TAOLTIS | OOSTires - All others, leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.83G-ELDC | OOSExhaust System - Any exhaust system leaking at a point forward of or directly below the driver/sleeper compartment and the vehicle has a condition that permits en | Exhaust Discharge | ||||||||
| 396.3A1-F | OOSFuel - Dripping leak. | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 393.207A-STCB | OOSSuspension - Suspension connecting rod or tracking component assembly (including spring leaves used as a suspension connecting rod) or any part used for attaching | Suspension | ||||||||
| 393.201A-FRMS | OOSFrame - Cracked/loose/sagging/broken frame member permitting shifting of body | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 393.75A3-TFL | OOSTires - Front, leaking or inflation 50% or less than of the maximum inflation pressure | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.80A | Rear-Vision Mirrors - Missing or defective | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 393.203E-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 393.60C | Windshield - Damaged or Discolored | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.205A-WRC | Wheel/Rim - Rim, spoke wheel, or adapter cracked | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| December 9, 2025 | C140000296 | MOUNT HOLLY SPRINGS PA | III | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL UNKNOWN |
2HSFHAMR8TC087491 2TLXL42362B000319 |
PA AH53339 PA PT3152J |
| December 9, 2025 | C140000295 | MOUNT HOLLY SPRINGS PA | III | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
MACK WALKER TRA |
1M1AA18Y83W150392 5WSAA45291N034228 |
PA AH10170 PA PT614R7 |
| November 6, 2025 | C140000253 | MOUNT HOLLY SPRINGS PA | III | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
MACK WALKER STAINLESS EQUIPMENT CO |
1M1AA18Y1YW126667 1W9P45211XN001776 |
PA AG56459 PA PT7850B |
| September 16, 2025 | C140000168 | MOUNT HOLLY SPRINGS PA | III | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
MACK UNKNOWN |
1M1AA13Y2XW106000 4BUFFF1C9SB955404 |
PA AH35733 PA PT746R9 |
| September 9, 2025 | 0317C00013 | FREDERICK MD | I | — | — | SAME AS CARRIER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
MACK WALKER STA |
1M1AA18Y72W146249 5WSAA45281N034513 |
PA AH37602 PA PT614R3 |
| September 4, 2025 | 0327C00357 | FREDERICK MD | I | 1 | — | SAME AS CARRIER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
MACK WALKER STA |
1M1AA18YX3W149695 5WSAA47282N035062 |
PA AF22659 PA XNT4239 |
| 396.5B-L | Lubrication - Oil or grease leak | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| August 19, 2025 | 0327C00266 | FREDERICK MD | I | — | — | N/A | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL OTHER |
2HSFHAMR8TC087491 2TLXL42362B000319 |
PA AH53339 PA PT3152J |
| August 19, 2025 | 0327C00264 | FREDERICK MD | I | 2 | — | SAME AS CARRIER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL TREMCAR |
2HSFHAMR8TC087491 2TLXL42362B000319 |
PA AH53339 PA PT3152J |
| 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 | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| SAMS AS CARRIER | 1 | January 3, 2024 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| August 20, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| August 16, 2024 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| July 2, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| June 8, 2015 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| July 8, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| July 5, 2011 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| July 19, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| July 14, 2006 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| November 30, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| November 9, 2005 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| August 15, 2024 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
BOC-3 Process Agent
AllAmerican Agents of Process
945 S Marion Rd, Sioux Falls, SD, 57106
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