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PATRICK FENTON
DBA: Fenton Trucking
Wallingford, CT
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Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
40.0% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 82% 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 580468 · MC 282212
Satisfactory
Active 31 yrs, 8 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-282212 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Central Mutual Insurance Company
Safety
Satisfactory
40.0% OOS · 11 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
40.0% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 82% 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 31 yrs, 8 mo
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 50.0% — above the 20.7% national average
- 11 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC282212
Contract Carrier
Insurance on File
CENTRAL MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy 8927387
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Surety bond / trust fund · required
Not on file
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
580468
MC Number
MC-282212
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
April 30, 2024
FMCSA Registration
November 9, 1994
Authority Granted
January 12, 1995
Annual Mileage
380,000 mi (2019)
Contact Information
Location
Wallingford, CT
Email
Cargo Types
General FreightMetal/Sheet SteelLogs/Poles/BeamsBuilding MaterialsMachinery/Large ObjectsConstruction MaterialsOther Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
11
Driver Inspections
7
Vehicle Inspections
8
Out-of-Service Violations
10
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance62
Unsafe Driving1
Hours of Service0
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate0.0% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate50.0% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (29.3pp higher)
40.0% of 10 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
82nd 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 8 inspections
Unsafe Driving
1 of 10 inspections
Hours of Service
0 of 10 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 10 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 10 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
CT6
MA2
NJ1
NY1
PA1
Fleet & Equipment (10)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~4
of 5 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~6
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Flatbed
4
Tractor
4
Semi-trailer
2
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 Kenworth W900 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWDB9X9WR770281 | 5 | — |
| 2015 Manac Trailers Usa Manac | Flatbed · 48 ft | 5MC124815F5152757 | 3 | 2 |
| Fona | Semi-trailer | 13N1482C0H152082 | 2 | — |
| 2014 Fontaine Trailer Co. | Flatbed · 48 ft | 13N1482C1E1563523 | 2 | 1 |
| 1995 Kenworth W900 | Tractor · Class 8 | 2XKWDB9X0SM658986 | 2 | 2 |
| 1995 Kenworth W900 | Tractor · Class 8 | 2XKWDB9X6SM645739 | 2 | 2 |
| 2005 Fontaine Trailer Co. | Flatbed · 53 ft | 13N1532C351529325 | 1 | — |
| 2005 Fontaine Trailer Co. | Flatbed · 53 ft | 13N1532C951529314 | 1 | 1 |
| 1997 Kenworth W900 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWDB9X6VJ732875 | 1 | — |
| Mntr | Semi-trailer | 5MG124817J3174988 | 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 (11)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 13, 2026 | 3079004449 | CT, CT | II | 9 | 1 | CARRIER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH FONTAINE TRAILER CO. |
2XKWDB9X0SM658986 13N1482C1E1563523 |
CT 51670A ME 246952 |
| 393.209D-STPAL | OOSSteering - Pitman arm loose on the output shaft | Steering Mechanism | ||||||||
| 390.19B2-BIENNIAL | Motor Carrier failed to file biennial FMCSA registration update as required | |||||||||
| 393.9A-LSML | Lighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LTSIR | Lighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSLI | Lighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative. | Lighting | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLL | State/Local Laws - | |||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LLPL | Lighting - License plate lamp inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| March 3, 2026 | 3031A00977 | VERNON, CT | III | 1 | — | TRI STATE IRON | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH MNTR |
1XKWDB9X9WR770281 5MG124817J3174988 |
CT 36092A ME 2358839 |
| 392.2-SLLS3 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 3 | ||||||||
| January 5, 2026 | DY00001270 | H-CHARLTON, MA | III | 2 | — | INFRA-METALS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH FONA |
1XKWDB9X9WR770281 13N1482C0H152082 |
CT 36092A ME 3125397 |
| 392.2-SLLS1 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 1-5 miles per hour over the speed limit | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLUCR | State/Local Laws - Failure to pay UCR fee | |||||||||
| November 13, 2025 | SPMEI01447 | GREENWICH TOWNSHIP, NJ | I | 16 | 5 | INFRA METALS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH MANAC TRAILERS USA |
2XKWDB9X0SM658986 5MC124815F5152757 |
CT 51670A ME 2548352 |
| 393.209D-STPAL | OOSSteering - Pitman arm loose on the output shaft | Steering Mechanism | ||||||||
| 393.47B-BMBCBD-SA | OOSDrum Brake - Mismatched brake chamber sizes on a steering axle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.207F-SDAS | OOSSuspension - Deflated air suspension | Suspension | ||||||||
| 393.43A-TPV | OOSAir Brake - Inoperable or missing tractor protection valve | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.209B-STWLOOS | OOSSteering - Steering wheel lash (free play) meets or exceeds OOS chart limit | Steering Mechanism | ||||||||
| 395.8D2-HOSF | HOS (Form) - Record of duty status form failed to include total miles driven for each 24 hour period. Date: | |||||||||
| 395.8D2-HOSF | HOS (Form) - Record of duty status form failed to include total miles driven for each 24 hour period. Date: | |||||||||
| 395.8D2-HOSF | HOS (Form) - Record of duty status form failed to include total miles driven for each 24 hour period. Date: | |||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 393.11B-CSSRR | Conspicuity Systems - Trailers, side retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 1993 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LLPL | Lighting - License plate lamp inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-LBL | Lighting - Backup lamp missing | Lighting | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| 393.48A-BIBD | Drum Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| September 16, 2025 | 3072000739 | WESTBROOK, CT | II | 11 | — | N/A | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH FONTAINE TRAILER CO. |
1XKWDB9X9WR770281 13N1532C351529325 |
CT 36092A CT V59937 |
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-LBL | Lighting - Backup lamp missing | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LFTSI | Lighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSML | Lighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.55E-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LLPL | Lighting - License plate lamp inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| July 28, 2025 | XL00085090 | SCHOENERSVILLE RD AT US 22 EB, PA | I | 4 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH MANAC TRAILERS USA |
1XKWDB9X6VJ732875 5MC124815F5152757 |
CT 22280A ME 2548352 |
| 392.2FT | State or International Fuel Tax (IFTA) Violation | |||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.45D | Brake connections with leaks or constrictions | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.3A1B | Brakes (general) Explain: | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| July 15, 2025 | BV00007726 | H-HAVERHILL, MA | II | 3 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH FONA |
1XKWDB9X9WR770281 13N1482C0H152082 |
CT 36092A ME 3125397 |
| 393.9A-LCL | Lighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| May 15, 2025 | 3076003316 | GREENWICH SCALE, CT | I | 14 | 2 | NONE | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH FONTAINE TRAILER CO. |
2XKWDB9X6SM645739 13N1532C951529314 |
CT 38545A ME 5125242 |
| 393.48A-BIBD | OOSDrum Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.3A1-BOS | OOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLL | State/Local Laws - | |||||||||
| 393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LPL | Lighting - Parking lamp(s) inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-LBL | Lighting - Backup lamp missing | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLL | State/Local Laws - | |||||||||
| 393.9A-LSLI | Lighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative. | Lighting | ||||||||
| May 1, 2025 | 1094000304 | GREENWICH SCALE, CT | II | 13 | 2 | NA | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH MANAC TRAILERS USA |
2XKWDB9X6SM645739 5MC124815F5152757 |
CT 38545A ME 2548352 |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSLIWR | OOSLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on | Lighting | ||||||||
| 392.8-D | Driver - Failed to inspect /use emergency equipment | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.78 | Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LTSIR | Lighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSLI | Lighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative. | Lighting | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEQP | State/Local Laws - Violation of state and local law - Equipment violation. | |||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSML | Lighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LLPL | Lighting - License plate lamp inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEQP | State/Local Laws - Violation of state and local law - Equipment violation. | |||||||||
| December 2, 2024 | 3017001757 | MIDDLETOWN SCALE, CT | I | 5 | — | INFRA-METALS CO. | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH FONTAINE TRAILER CO. |
1XKWDB9X9WR770281 13N1482C1E1563523 |
CT 36092A ME 2469520 |
| 392.2-SLLEQP | State/Local Laws - Violation of state and local law - Equipment violation. | |||||||||
| 390.21TB2-DOT | Operate a CMV without USDOT number displayed. Must be preceded by the letters USDOT | |||||||||
| 393.45B2-BHTD | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.5B-L | Lubrication - Oil or grease leak | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| INFRA METALS | 3 | January 5, 2026 |
| TRI STATE IRON | 1 | March 3, 2026 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2022 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| April 14, 2022 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| November 30, 2016 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| January 6, 2014 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| June 10, 2011 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| December 6, 2010 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| September 22, 2010 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| December 3, 2009 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| December 3, 2008 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| December 3, 2007 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| December 3, 2024 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
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