TRANSMEN FREIGHT SERVICES LLC
Risk factors
Low riskVioCodes scoreA weighted read of the public FMCSA signals below — authority, insurance, out-of-service, crashes, roadside OOS rates, and carrier connections. A starting point for vetting, not a guarantee.
Roadside inspection performance
Out-of-service rate vs national average. Lower is better.
CSA performance breakdown
FMCSA · Sep 2026118 inspections · 36 violations (5 OOS) · 17% of inspections had an OOS finding.
Violations by BASIC
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Top cited codes
score = count × severity weight
- 1395.32B-ELDDFRHours-of-Service Compliance
HOS (ELD) - Driver failed to review any unassigned driving time when prompted by the ELD
15
3× · sev 5
- 2396.3A1-ALBVVehicle Maintenance
Air Brake - Any leak from a brake valve
12
3× · sev 4
- 3393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32Vehicle Maintenance
Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth
8
1× · sev 8
- 4393.207A-SAPPCBLMVehicle Maintenance
Suspension - Axle positioning part cracked/broken/loose/missing.
7
1× · sev 7
- 5393.207F-SLASVehicle Maintenance
Suspension - Leaking 3 PSI in 5 minutes
7
1× · sev 7
- 6396.5B-LVehicle Maintenance
Lubrication - Oil or grease leak
6
2× · sev 3
- 7396.17C-PIVehicle Maintenance
Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection
4
1× · sev 4
- 8393.55E-BVehicle Maintenance
Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 1998
4
1× · sev 4
- 9396.3A1BVehicle Maintenance
Brakes (general) Explain:
4
1× · sev 4
- 10392.2-SLLSR
State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation
1
1×
Most inspected in · top 7 states
- US11
- TX8
- CA6
- NM2
- IL1
- IN1
- NV1
Latest FMCSA SMS snapshot. Codes link to the lookup — severity weighting, contest angles, and the DataQs Drafter for each. Click a BASIC to filter the codes.
Safety trends & next-run projection
Where each BASIC sits today, how it ranks against peers, and where it’s heading at the next monthly SMS run.
FMCSA keeps the Crash Indicator percentile private, and its measure needs a power-unit history public data doesn’t expose — so it can’t be estimated yet. VioCodes now records power units monthly, so a calibrated Crash estimate should light up over time. These are the public crash facts (all state-reportable crashes count, regardless of fault).
“Projected” estimates the next monthly SMS run from inspections on record now. FMCSA marks the BASIC percentile itself “Not Public,” so the percentile shown is a VioCodes estimate of how the carrier ranks against its peers, presented as a likely range (shaded on the gauge) and calibrated against real carriers. Crash Indicator has no public estimate — FMCSA keeps its measures fully private. Estimates, not official FMCSA figures. Not affiliated with FMCSA.
Recommendations
What’s driving each score, what to do about it, and where it could go.
A high share of violations are occurring in Imperial County, CA
Medium impact46 of 102 violations in the last 12 months (45%) came from inspections in Imperial County, CA. That can mean tougher enforcement there or simply more of your miles run through it — either way it's worth a look.
- Review the inspections from Imperial County, CA to spot recurring issues
- Brief drivers running that lane; consider rerouting around the toughest enforcement corridors where practical
Following / lane / reckless violations are the leading contributor to Unsafe Driving
Low impactEstimated Unsafe Driving percentile of 8% is under the 65% line. In decent shape, but here's what's driving it.
- 392.2-SLLTCDState/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other1× · 52%
- 392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit1× · 41%
- Defensive-driving refresher on following distance and lane discipline
Log / ELD device violations are the leading contributor to Hours-of-Service Compliance
Low impactEstimated Hours-of-Service Compliance percentile of 55% is under the 65% line. In decent shape, but here's what's driving it.
- 395.32B-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failed to review any unassigned driving time when prompted by the ELD3× · 63%
- 395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner3× · 6%
- 395.30B1-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information.2× · 3%
- 395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed1× · 29%
- Make sure the ELD is registered, working, and drivers know how to log in and certify daily
- Prioritize the out-of-service items — they carry the heaviest weight
Controlled Substances/Alcohol needs attention
Low impactEstimated Controlled Substances/Alcohol percentile of 0% is under the 80% line. In decent shape, but here's what's driving it.
- Review recent inspections with violations in this BASIC and take remedial action with drivers/equipment
Brakes violations are the leading contributor to Vehicle Maintenance
Low impactEstimated Vehicle Maintenance percentile of 64% is under the 80% line. In decent shape, but here's what's driving it.
- 396.3A1-ALBVAir Brake - Any leak from a brake valve6× · 6%
- 393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 19985× · 6%
- 393.45B2UVBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle4× · 5%
- 393.9A-LSLILighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative.2× · 4%
- 393.9A-LBLLighting - Backup lamp inoperative2× · 3%
- 393.9TSInoperative turn signal1× · 2%
- 396.5B-LLubrication - Oil or grease leak5× · 4%
- 396.3A1-FFuel - Dripping leak.1× · 2%
- 396.3A1-DLDSUJMDriveline/Driveshaft - Any independent vertical movement between opposing yoke ends greater than 1/8 inch, with hand pressure only.1× · 1%
- 393.207F-SLASSuspension - Leaking 3 PSI in 5 minutes2× · 4%
- 393.207A-SAPPCBLMSuspension - Axle positioning part cracked/broken/loose/missing.1× · 3%
- 393.207A-STBWSuspension - Suspension connecting rod or tracking component assembly missing the rubber bushing or the rubber bushing is worn to the extent that the component ca1× · 1%
- Check brake adjustment and listen for air leaks every pre-trip; put brakes on the PM schedule
- Fix air-loss and warning-light faults before dispatch — don’t “drive it in”
- Prioritize the out-of-service items — they carry the heaviest weight
Recommendations are generated from the carrier’s public FMCSA roadside-inspection record. Percentiles and projections are VioCodes estimates, not official FMCSA figures. Informational, not legal advice.
90-day safety improvement plan
What this carrier has struggled with most in the last 90 days — where to focus now.
- 396.3A1-ALBV×3Air Brake - Any leak from a brake valve
- 396.5B-L×2Lubrication - Oil or grease leak
- 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth
- Check brake adjustment and listen for air leaks every pre-trip
- Fix air-loss and warning-light faults before dispatch; put brakes on the PM schedule
- 395.32B-ELDDFR×3HOS (ELD) - Driver failed to review any unassigned driving time when prompted by the ELD
- 395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed · OOS
- Log in and annotate the ELD correctly every day; fix edits promptly
- Plan trips around available hours — never falsify a log
- 393.95BEmergency Equipment - A power unit requiring fuses - missing a spare fuse for a required part or accessory (e.g., lamps required by 393.11, ABS lights or low air
- 393.47EBrake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt
- 392.2-SLLSRState/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation
- Walk the lights every pre-trip and carry spare bulbs/fuses
- Clean lenses and check the trailer plug for corrosion
Based on roadside inspections in the last 90 days, ranked by what recurs most. Informational, not legal advice.
Inspection & crash map
live · FMCSA MCMISEvery inspection and crash on record — hover a point for the summary, click for full detail (codes, severity, CSA points).
CSA points = violation severity weight × FMCSA time weight (3× in the last 6 months, 2× at 6–12, 1× at 12–24). Points are spread within each state — FMCSA records the inspection state, not an exact location. Source: FMCSA MCMIS.
Equipment
VINs via NHTSA52 distinct vehicles seen in this carrier’s roadside inspections.
+ 22 more.
Equipment is inferred from VINs recorded on roadside inspections (FMCSA MCMIS), decoded via the NHTSA vPIC API — it reflects vehicles inspected, not a current fleet roster.
Company profile
FMCSA censusAUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
- Interstate · 100+ mi16 drivers
- Interstate · <100 mi9 drivers
- Intrastate · <100 mi5 drivers
- Company officer
- EDUARDO MENDOZA
- Operation
- Interstate
- D-U-N-S
- 41131504
- Registered since
- 1997-09-10
- Last MCS-150 update
- 2026-06-15
- Census status
- Active
Fleet: 39 trucks · 37 owned tractors · 42 owned trailers.
Source: FMCSA Company Census File (data.transportation.gov). Fleet and driver counts are self-reported on the carrier’s most recent MCS-150 filing.
Connections
carrier graphThis carrier shares VINs, phone numbers or officers with 26 other carriers — review the connections below as part of your vetting.
Shared VINs come from FMCSA roadside-inspection records — a vehicle inspected under more than one carrier, often a fleet transfer or trailer interchange. Other links come from the FMCSA census. Shared identifiers are common and often legitimate — treat these as leads to investigate, not proof of wrongdoing.
Activity history
38 events- 06/15/2026MCS-150 update filed
2.0M mi reported (2026)
- 11/08/2016Insurance filed — Sentry Select Insurance Company
Liability (BIPD) — BMC-91X · policy CT775788004
- 11/08/2016Insurance replaced — SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary · policy CT775788-8006-061
- 04/25/2011Insurance cancelled — SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY
CARGO · policy CT775788-8006-061
- 11/08/2006Insurance replaced — HOME STATE COUNTY MUTUAL INS. CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy WI 67 28 51
- 11/08/2006Insurance cancelled — CLARENDON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY
CARGO · policy DCT000006404
- 10/12/2006COMMON — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
DISCONTINUED REVOCATION (10/27/2006)
- 09/28/2006Insurance replaced — OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C.
BIPD/Primary · policy WI 67 28 51
- 11/08/2005Insurance cancelled — CLARENDON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY
CARGO · policy DCT000003861
- 10/12/2005COMMON — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
DISCONTINUED REVOCATION (11/01/2005)
- 12/31/2004Insurance cancelled — CLARENDON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary · policy DCT000003861
- 12/27/2004Insurance name changed — OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C.
BIPD/Primary · policy WI 67 28 51
- 12/27/2004Insurance name changed — CLARENDON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY
CARGO · policy DCT000003861
- 12/06/2004COMMON — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
DISCONTINUED REVOCATION (12/16/2004)
- 11/30/2004Insurance replaced — CLARENDON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary · policy DCT000003861
- 11/22/2004COMMON — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
DISCONTINUED REVOCATION (12/07/2004)
- 11/08/2004Insurance replaced — OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C.
BIPD/Primary · policy WI 67 28 51
- 11/08/2004Insurance replaced — CLARENDON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY
CARGO · policy DCT000003861
- 11/08/2004Insurance cancelled — UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON
CARGO · policy MTC10387
- 10/12/2004COMMON — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
DISCONTINUED REVOCATION (11/12/2004)
- 11/08/2003Insurance replaced — NORTHFIELD INSURANCE COMPANY
CARGO · policy TN341230
- 11/08/2003Insurance replaced — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary · policy TN341229
- 11/08/2001Insurance cancelled — OLD AMERICAN COUNTY MUTUAL FIRE INS COMPANY
BIPD/Primary · policy GA 044 62 31-LSR-00
- 11/08/2000Insurance cancelled — OLD AMERICAN COUNTY MUTUAL FIRE INS COMPANY
CARGO · policy GA0446231-LSR
- 12/02/1999COMMON — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
DISCONTINUED REVOCATION (12/06/1999)
- 11/08/1999Insurance cancelled — GAINSCO COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy GBA114468
- 11/03/1999Insurance cancelled — UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON
CARGO · policy ST99707610724
- 06/16/1999MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER — REINSTATED
- 05/06/1999Insurance cancelled — GAINSCO COUNTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy GBA114468
- 02/17/1999COMMON — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
DISCONTINUED REVOCATION (03/26/1999)
Merged from FMCSA authority, insurance, out-of-service, and census records.
Operations
Classification
- AUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
Area served
- Interstate
FMCSA safety rating
- Rating
- Not rated
- Type
- Non-ratable review
- Rated
- —
- Last review
- 2021-08-27
MCS-150 registration
- Form date
- 2026-06-15
- Reported mileage
- 1,956,800 mi (2026)
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