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FRANCISCO CERDA GARZA
DBA: Cerda Trucking
Pharr, TX
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Authority, insurance, safety rating and crash records checked
FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 915797 · MC 464541
No Safety Rating
Active 2 yrs, 2 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-464541 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Highlander Specialty Insurance Company
Safety
Not Rated
6 inspections on record
✓ No risk flags found on authority or insurance records
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 2 yrs, 2 mo
- Previously ordered out of service on November 17, 2025 (90 day failure to pay fine) — no longer active
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- 6 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC464541
Common Carrier
Insurance on File
HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy DD02-RAL020310-02
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
915797
MC Number
MC-464541
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
June 24, 2025
FMCSA Registration
November 13, 2000
Authority Reinstated
July 8, 2024
Annual Mileage
35,000 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Address
2613 S Fabian H St, Pharr, TX 78577
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Francisco Cerda
Cargo Types
General FreightHousehold GoodsBuilding MaterialsFresh ProduceRefrigerated FoodBeveragesPaper ProductsConstruction MaterialsMeatOther Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
6
Driver Inspections
1
Vehicle Inspections
6
Out-of-Service Violations
10
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance37
Unsafe Driving1
Hours of Service5
OOS Rates vs. National Average
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
4 of 4 inspections
Unsafe Driving
0 of 4 inspections
Hours of Service
1 of 4 inspections
Driver Fitness
1 of 4 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 4 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
TX4
GA1
NM1
Fleet & Equipment (6)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~2
of 2 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~4
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Dry Van
4
Tractor
2
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X0GJ124701 | 2 | 2 |
| 2016 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X1GJ485693 | 2 | 2 |
| 2007 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 6 ft | 1GRAA06237B706880 | 1 | 1 |
| 2010 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GRAA0625AW703401 | 1 | 1 |
| 2006 Wabash Wabash National Corporation | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532W36L961619 | 1 | 1 |
| 2011 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2538BM124917 | 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 (6)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 1, 2026 | V262397694 | US281 SB FALFURRIAS SCALE, TX | II | 10 | 1 | N/A | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1XKYDP9X0GJ124701 1GRAA0625AW703401 |
TX R841127 TX 254B180 |
| 383.23A2 | OOSOperating a CMV without a CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 393.19 | Inoperative/Defective Hazard Warning Lamp | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.55C1 | Truck Tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 not equipped with an antilock brake system | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.78 | Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.95A | No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| May 17, 2026 | V262342950 | US77 RIVIERA SCALE, TX | II | 4 | 2 | RIO FRESH INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XKYDP9X0GJ124701 1UYVS2538BM124917 |
TX R841127 TX 209C473 |
| 392.9A2-C | OOSCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | General Securement | ||||||||
| 393.45B2PC | OOSBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking - Connection to Power Unit | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.30 | Improper battery installation | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 393.95A | No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| April 23, 2025 | V251841200 | US77 RIVIERA SCALE, TX | I | 18 | 2 | RIO FRESH INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1XKYDP9X1GJ485693 1GRAA06237B706880 |
TX R693226 TX 125B009 |
| 393.47A | OOSInadequate brakes for safe stopping - Brake Lining condition | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.3A1BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 393.11TL | Truck-Tractor lower rear mud flaps retroreflective sheeting / reflex reflective material requirements for vehicles manufactured after July 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.13D3 | Upper rear retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflective material as required for vehicles manufactured before December 1993 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.30 | Improper battery installation | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 393.45DLUV | Brake Connections with Leaks Under Vehicle | 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 | CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.75A1 | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.78 | Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | Lighting | ||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 396.5B | Oil and/or grease leak | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| February 18, 2025 | 1847P1DHM5 | TEXICO PORT OF ENTRY, NM | II | 8 | 3 | BURGER MAKER INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH WABASH |
1XKYDP9X1GJ485693 1JJV532W36L961619 |
TX R693226 TX 153B336 |
| 393.43A | OOSNo/improper tractor protection valve | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.83G | OOSExhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment | Exhaust Discharge | ||||||||
| 393.47A | OOSInadequate brakes for safe stopping - Brake Lining condition | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.2IRP | IRP Apportioned Tag or Registration Violation | |||||||||
| 395.8E | False report of drivers record of duty status | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.30B1 | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.26B | Motor carrier failed to ensure that the ELD automatically recorded the required data elements. | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 393.55E | No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator Lamp for trailer manufactured after 03/01/1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| March 1, 2024 | V241343435 | LAT:29 19'42.65"N L, TX | II | 3 | 1 | XX | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XKYDP9X0GJ124701 1UYVS253X3U094319 |
TX R711919 TX 082C722 |
| 395.8A-NON-ELD | OOSNo record of duty status when one is required (ELD Not Required) | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 396.3A1 | Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| February 28, 2024 | 1449000064 | DECATUR GA | II | 2 | 1 | T&W TIRE LLC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1XKYDP9X1GJ485693 1GRAA06237B706880 |
TX R693226 TX 125B009 |
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLLR | State/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation | Misc Violations | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| RIO FRESH INC | 2 | May 17, 2026 |
| BURGER MAKER INC | 1 | February 18, 2025 |
| T&W TIRE LLC | 1 | February 28, 2024 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| January 27, 2026 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| January 24, 2025 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| July 8, 2024 | REINSTATED | Common Carrier |
| June 26, 2024 | REINSTATED | Common Carrier |
| June 21, 2023 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| June 21, 2022 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| June 22, 2021 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| May 26, 2020 | REINSTATED | Common Carrier |
| April 1, 2020 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| July 9, 2007 | REINSTATED | Common Carrier |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| January 27, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| May 24, 2024 | COMMON | On Record |
| April 22, 2020 | COMMON | On Record |
| June 6, 2007 | COMMON | On Record |
| May 8, 2006 | COMMON | On Record |
| March 30, 2005 | COMMON | On Record |
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