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Carrier Vetting Report
Generated Oct 4, 2026
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HEYL TRUCK LINES INC
USDOT 65762 · MC133119 · EIN 42-0982149 · AUTHORIZED FOR Property
1809 N LOUISE AVE, SIOUX FALLS, SD, 57107
(800) 234-4395 · BRUCE KOELE
85
Low risk
Risk factors
22 crashes in the last 24 months
Snapshot
Operating authority
Active
Liability insurance
$1M on file
Safety rating
Satisfactory
Power units / drivers
490 / 490
Inspections / CSA pts (24mo)
840 / 2057
Crashes (24 mo)
22
Authority & insurance
Common
Active
Contract
Active
Broker
None
Travelers Indemnity Co of Connecticut — $1M BIPD · policy 9C585744 · eff 09/18/2018
Federal BMC-91X filing; actual commercial limits (per COI) may be higher.
Roadside inspection performance
Vehicle OOS rate15.7% · nat 22%
Driver OOS rate0.1% · nat 6.7%
CSA breakdown — violations by BASIC
Vehicle Maintenance1359 pts
Unsafe Driving560 pts
Other102 pts
Hours-of-Service Compliance88 pts
Driver Fitness36 pts
Controlled Substances/Alcohol14 pts
Not in SMS13 pts
Top cited violations (by CSA points)
| Code | BASIC | Count | OOS | CSA pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 393.75A3-TAOL | Vehicle Maintenance | 30 | 30 | 590 |
| 392.2-SLLTCD | Unsafe Driving | 16 | 155 | |
| 392.2-SLLLR | Unsafe Driving | 16 | 84 | |
| 392.2-SLLS2 | Unsafe Driving | 12 | 84 | |
| 393.45D-B | Vehicle Maintenance | 9 | 76 | |
| 392.16-D | Unsafe Driving | 4 | 56 | |
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Vehicle Maintenance | 5 | 52 | |
| 393.75A3-TAOLTIS | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 3 | 50 |
| 396.17C-PI | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 36 | |
| 393.207B-AALPME-OOS | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 3 | 36 |
Most inspected states
FL141
MT78
TX58
SD52
GA46
IA43
TN38
NC31
Next monthly SMS run — projection
| BASIC | Official (Sep 2026) | Projected | Est. %ile | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 0.90 | 0.88 | ≈7–14% | ▼ better |
| Hours-of-Service Compliance | 0.07 | 0.07 | ≈25–32% | steady |
| Driver Fitness | 0.00 | 0.00 | ≈0–0% | steady |
| Controlled Substances/Alcohol | 0.01 | 0.01 | ≈0–7% | steady |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 2.28 | 2.27 | ≈30–34% | steady |
Latest inspection 2026-09-20 · 7 new since the Sep 2026 run. “Projected” recomputes the SMS formula on today’s record — an estimate, not an official FMCSA figure. “Est. %ile” is a VioCodes estimate of how the carrier ranks against its peers (FMCSA marks the percentile itself “Not Public”), shown as a likely range.
Recommendations — what's driving each score
Following / lane / reckless violations are the leading contributor to Unsafe Driving · low impact
Following / lane / reckless 49% · Speeding 23% · Other 11%
• Defensive-driving refresher on following distance and lane discipline
Projected: could improve up to 6 pts in ~12 months if worked down.
Log / ELD device violations are the leading contributor to Hours-of-Service Compliance · low impact
Log / ELD device 61% · False log / RODS 35% · Hours exceeded 2%
• Make sure the ELD is registered, working, and drivers know how to log in and certify daily
Projected: could improve up to 17 pts in ~12 months if worked down.
Driver qualification / CDL / medical violations are the leading contributor to Driver Fitness · low impact
Driver qualification / CDL / medical 100% (1 OOS)
• Run a credential-expiration tracker; keep DQ files complete and the medical card on the driver
• Prioritize the out-of-service items — they carry the heaviest weight
Driver qualification / CDL / medical violations are the leading contributor to Controlled Substances/Alcohol · low impact
Driver qualification / CDL / medical 100% (1 OOS)
• Run a credential-expiration tracker; keep DQ files complete and the medical card on the driver
• Prioritize the out-of-service items — they carry the heaviest weight
Tires violations are the leading contributor to Vehicle Maintenance · low impact
Tires 53% (35 OOS) · Brakes 20% (4 OOS) · Lighting / lamps 11% (7 OOS)
• Gauge and thump every tire on the walk-around, including inner duals
• Replace before tread hits the limit; correct low pressure immediately
Projected: could improve up to 22 pts in ~12 months if worked down.
Generated from the public inspection record. Percentiles/projections are VioCodes estimates, not official FMCSA figures.
90-day safety improvement plan
Last 90 days: 112 inspections, 50 violations, 11 OOS, 77 clean · holding steady.
1. Vehicle Maintenance24 viol · 8 OOS · 48%
393.75A3-TAOL ×6, 393.45D-B ×2, 396.17C-PI ×2
✓ Gauge/thump every tire on the walk-around, including inner duals
✓ Replace before tread hits the limit and correct low pressure immediately
≈ 71 clean inspections would cut this BASIC ~25% (to 1.71).
2. Other14 viol · 2 OOS · 28%
392.2-SLLEWA1 ×2, 392.2-SLLIRP ×2, 392.2-SLLTL ×2
✓ Look under the truck for shifted axles and broken/leaking suspension parts
✓ Include suspension in scheduled maintenance
3. Unsafe Driving8 viol · 16%
392.2-SLLTCD ×3, 392.2-SLLIT, 392.2-SLLS2
✓ Walk the lights every pre-trip and carry spare bulbs/fuses
✓ Clean lenses and check the trailer plug for corrosion
≈ 170 clean inspections would cut this BASIC ~25% (to 0.675).
Repeat offenders: 393.75A3-TAOL ×6, 392.2-SLLTCD ×3, 393.45D-B ×2, 396.17C-PI ×2, 392.2-SLLEWA1 ×2, 392.2-SLLIRP ×2, 392.2-SLLTL ×2
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Crash record — 22 in 24 months
| Date | Location | Fatal | Inj | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/08/2026 | MARIANNA, FL | ✓ | ||
| 04/02/2026 | FORT WORTH, TX | ✓ | ||
| 03/06/2026 | RURAL, SD | ✓ | ||
| 01/04/2026 | ORMOND BEACH, FL | ✓ | ||
| 12/09/2025 | Not Reported, GA | 1 | ✓ | |
| 11/12/2025 | COUNCIL BLUFFS, IA | ✓ | ||
| 09/26/2025 | WEST PALM BEACH, FL | ✓ | ||
| 09/12/2025 | DETROIT, MI | 1 | ✓ | |
| 08/19/2025 | KENT, OH | ✓ | ||
| 07/02/2025 | LOGAN, NJ | 1 | ✓ |
Equipment — 109 vehicles seen in inspections
55 trailer54 truck
Company profile
Officer
BRUCE KOELE
Annual mileage
58.1M mi (2025)
CDL drivers
470
Registered since
1974-06-01
Operation
Interstate
Connections — 10 carriers
Shares identifiers with 10 carriers (9 via shared VINs).
| Carrier | USDOT | Link | Strength |
|---|---|---|---|
| STAR TRUK LTD | 156829 | address | medium |
Activity history (recent)
07/09/2026 — MCS-150 update filed
58.1M mi reported (2025)
09/18/2018 — Insurance filed — Travelers Indemnity Co of Connecticut
Liability (BIPD) — BMC-91X · policy 9C585744
09/18/2018 — Insurance replaced — THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY CO. OF CONNECTICUT
BIPD/Primary · policy HE8409C585744TCT14
04/21/2016 — Insurance cancelled — THE PHOENIX INSURANCE CO
CARGO · policy QT-660-4115X156-PHX-11
03/01/2014 — Insurance replaced — DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy D200A01038
03/01/2013 — Insurance replaced — DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy D200A00942
03/01/2012 — Insurance replaced — DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy D200A00847
03/01/2011 — Insurance replaced — HANOVER INSURANCE CO.
CARGO · policy RHX5030733
03/01/2011 — Insurance replaced — DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy D200A00757
03/01/2010 — Insurance replaced — DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy D200A00663
03/26/2009 — Insurance cancelled — HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY
CARGO · policy 83 MS RF7964
03/01/2009 — Insurance replaced — DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy D200A00563
03/01/2009 — Insurance replaced — HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY
CARGO · policy 83 MS RF7964
02/27/2009 — COMMON — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
DISCONTINUED REVOCATION (03/09/2009)
03/01/2008 — Insurance replaced — DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy D200A00449
03/01/2007 — Insurance replaced — DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy D200A00320
03/01/2006 — Insurance replaced — DISCOVER PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy D200P00012
03/01/2003 — Insurance cancelled — FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy 8-23 MXC 80391139
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