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MONTEZ TRUCKING INC
Pasco, WA
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Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
76.9% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 99% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. Drivers were put out of service on 50.0% of 8 driver inspections — higher than 96% of carriers with a comparable number of driver inspections (national average 5.5%). This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 911731 · MC 426818
Satisfactory
Active 11 yrs, 3 mo · first granted 2002
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-426818 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
United Financial Casualty Company
Safety
Satisfactory
76.9% OOS · 19 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
76.9% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 99% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. Drivers were put out of service on 50.0% of 8 driver inspections — higher than 96% of carriers with a comparable number of driver inspections (national average 5.5%). This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active 11 yrs, 3 mo since reinstatement on July 8, 2015; first granted March 13, 2002 (24 yrs, 7 mo ago)
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Driver out-of-service rate 50.0% — above the 5.5% national average
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 100.0% — above the 20.7% national average
- 19 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC426818
Common Carrier
Insurance on File
UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy CA7777635
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
911731
MC Number
MC-426818
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Individual
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
February 28, 2025
FMCSA Registration
October 18, 2000
Authority First Granted
March 13, 2002
Authority Reinstated
July 8, 2015
Annual Mileage
150,000 mi (2018)
Contact Information
Location
Pasco, WA
Email
Cargo Types
Metal/Sheet SteelFresh ProduceGrain/FeedDry BulkRefrigerated FoodFarm SuppliesMeat
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
19
Driver Inspections
11
Vehicle Inspections
12
Out-of-Service Violations
21
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance69
Unsafe Driving3
Hours of Service9
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate50.0% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (44.5pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate100.0% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (79.3pp higher)
76.9% of 13 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
99th 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
7 of 7 inspections
Unsafe Driving
2 of 13 inspections
Hours of Service
2 of 13 inspections
Driver Fitness
3 of 13 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 13 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
WA14
OR2
Fleet & Equipment (19)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~9
of 4 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~10
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
9
Semi-trailer
5
Flatbed
4
Dump
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2013 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJGLDR8DSBU3181 | 4 | 3 |
| Unpublishe | Semi-trailer | B20640 | 4 | 4 |
| 2015 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUGGLD5XFLGA0900 | 3 | 2 |
| 2013 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUNGLDR4DSFA4015 | 2 | 1 |
| Unpublishe | Semi-trailer | 1J9AH422X71070729 | 2 | 1 |
| 2018 Western Star 4900 | Tractor · Class 8 | 5KJNALDRXJPJR9146 | 2 | 2 |
| 2013 Construction Trailer Specialists | Dump · 39 ft | 5TU343924DS000822 | 2 | 2 |
| 2008 Fontaine Trailer Co. | Flatbed · 53 ft | 13N15340281447643 | 1 | 1 |
| 2004 Freightliner Columbia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJA6CK14DM34193 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJGLDR2CSBM4955 | 1 | 1 |
Show all 19 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unpublishe | Semi-trailer | 1J9AH422871070728 | 1 | — |
| 2006 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DB9X96D891847 | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBPP9X3ED250537 | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 Peterbilt 386 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPHP40X6ED221927 | 1 | 1 |
| 1999 Magnum Trailer & Equipment Inc. | Flatbed | 2P9ST4FZ4XA015991 | 1 | 1 |
| Unpublishe | Semi-trailer | 4B9BKDL22JH054173 | 1 | 1 |
| 2027 Reinke Manufacturing Company, Inc Reinke Manufacturing Company Inc | Flatbed · 53 ft | 4C6FC5322V1120143 | 1 | 1 |
| 2003 Western Trailer Company | Flatbed · 53 ft | 5DN1153473B000347 | 1 | 1 |
| Unpublishe | Semi-trailer | 5L6EX20D1JF007585 | 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 (19)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 29, 2026 | X843001031 | PASCO WA | II | 12 | 2 | CARRIER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UNPUBLISHE |
1XPHP40X6ED221927 B20640 |
WA D37303G WA 04325AC |
| 393.209D-STBSP | OOSSteering - Ball and socket joint has movement greater than 1/8 inch measured with hand pressure | Steering Mechanism | ||||||||
| 392.9A2-C | OOSCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | General Securement | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| 396.5B-L | Lubrication - Oil or grease leak | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.209E-SPSLA | Steering - Power steering leaking anywhere. | Steering Mechanism | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLED | State/Local Laws - Excessive dimension (width/height/length) | |||||||||
| May 28, 2026 | 0813001985 | BURBANK WA | II | 4 | 1 | RADIUS RECYCLING | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UNPUBLISHE |
1FUGGLD5XFLGA0900 B20640 |
WA D37006G WA 04325AC |
| 393.9A-LSLIWR | OOSLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on | Lighting | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLMF | State/Local Laws - Wheel (mud) flaps missing or defective | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-CSLRR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth | Tires | ||||||||
| March 17, 2026 | 2049000867 | KENNEWICK WA | I | 18 | 5 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER FONTAINE TRAILER CO. |
1FUGGLD5XFLGA0900 13N15340281447643 |
WA D37006G WA 75797AL |
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 396.5B-HWSL | OOSHubs - Wheel seal leaking | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| 393.47A-BCFSBD-SA | OOSDrum Brake - Contaminated friction surface on a steering axle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 383.23A2-LCDLN | OOSLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 391.41APC | OOSMedical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency | Medical Certificate | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLML | State/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane | Dangerous Driving | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LHWS | Lighting - Hazard warning signal(s) inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.60C | Windshield - Damaged or Discolored | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LRLI | Lighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.45D-B | Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LCL | Lighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIRP | State/Local Laws - IRP apportioned tag or registration violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLS3 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 3 | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-CSLRR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LFTSI | Lighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| March 13, 2026 | 0813001798 | KENNEWICK WA | III | 8 | 1 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER MAGNUM TRAILER & EQUIPMENT INC. |
1FUJGLDR8DSBU3181 2P9ST4FZ4XA015991 |
WA D36946G WA 24012AJ |
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| March 3, 2026 | 0813001763 | BURBANK WA | II | 3 | 1 | CARRIER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
WESTERN STAR REINKE MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC |
5KJNALDRXJPJR9146 4C6FC5322V1120143 |
WA D02726K WA 1622VM |
| 393.128B-CLWV | OOSLight Weight Vehicles - Improper securement of automobiles, light trucks, and vans | Improper Load Securement | ||||||||
| 392.16-D | Driver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV | Seat Belt | ||||||||
| 393.207F-SLAS | Suspension - Leaking 3 PSI in 5 minutes | Suspension | ||||||||
| February 25, 2026 | 2109007983 | BURBANK WA | I | 9 | 1 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UNPUBLISHE |
1FUJGLDR8DSBU3181 B20640 |
WA D36946G WA 04325AC |
| 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 | ||||||||
| 393.60C | Windshield - Damaged or Discolored | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 396.5B-L | Lubrication - Oil or grease leak | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth | Tires | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| February 17, 2026 | 0813001724 | PASCO WA | II | 2 | 1 | SCHNITZER STEEL | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
WESTERN STAR CONSTRUCTION TRAILER SPECIALISTS |
5KJNALDRXJPJR9146 5TU343924DS000822 |
WA D02726K WA 03048AD |
| 393.9A-LSLIWR | OOSLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on | 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 | ||||||||
| February 10, 2026 | AW43850147 | COLD SPRINGS OR | III | 2 | 1 | RADIAS RECYCLING | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT TRIM |
1XPBPP9X3ED250537 B20640 |
WA C35186R WA D4325AC |
| 383.51A-SOUT | OOSDriving a CMV while CDL is suspended for safety-related or unknown reason and outside the state of driver's license issuance | License-related: Medium | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| January 16, 2026 | 0813001634 | PASCO WA | II | 7 | 1 | SUPREME TRUCK AND AUTO PARTS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER WESTERN TRAILER COMPANY |
1FUJGLDR8DSBU3181 5DN1153473B000347 |
WA D36946G WA 05499AE |
| 393.100B-C | OOSCargo - Cargo not secured to prevent leaking/spilling/blowing/falling from CMV | Improper Load Securement | ||||||||
| 393.45D-B | Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.55D1-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 and each single unit CMV on or after 1998. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.207F-SLAS | Suspension - Leaking 3 PSI in 5 minutes | Suspension | ||||||||
| 393.55E-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.60C | Windshield - Damaged or Discolored | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| August 13, 2025 | 2149000588 | MOSES LAKE WA | III | 1 | — | CARRIER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UNPUBLISHE |
1FUGGLD5XFLGA0900 5L6EX20D1JF007585 |
WA D37006G OR HV28206 |
| 392.2-SLL | State/Local Laws - | |||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| RADIUS RECYCLING | 1 | May 28, 2026 |
| SCHNITZER STEEL | 1 | February 17, 2026 |
| RADIAS RECYCLING | 1 | February 10, 2026 |
| SUPREME TRUCK AND AUTO PARTS | 1 | January 16, 2026 |
| TWIN CITY METALS | 1 | May 14, 2025 |
| CHARTER BROKERAGE | 1 | December 19, 2023 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| June 19, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| May 29, 2018 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| June 7, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| May 31, 2016 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| July 8, 2015 | REINSTATED | Common Carrier |
| June 30, 2015 | REVOKED | Common Carrier |
| May 31, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| May 13, 2013 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| June 7, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| May 14, 2012 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| December 24, 2020 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| May 28, 2015 | COMMON | On Record |
| May 10, 2004 | COMMON | On Record |
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