Cardenas and Sons Trucking INC Safety Record
DOT# 2975048 · Rupert, ID 83350 · 2084319703
Excellent safety record — scored 0/100 (lower is better). This carrier has one of the best inspection records on file.
Last inspected 03/08/2026
Safety Score Breakdown · 0/100 points
Lower scores are better. How is this calculated?
According to FMCSA records, Cardenas and Sons Trucking INC (DOT# 2975048) in Rupert, Idaho has 14 inspections on record with 5 violations and a 7.1% vehicle out-of-service rate. Safety grade: A (excellent safety record). Active common authority.
Out-of-Service Rates vs. National Average
An out-of-service (OOS) violation means a vehicle or driver was found unsafe to operate during a roadside inspection and was prohibited from continuing until the issue was corrected.
Violation Categories · 5 total violations
FMCSA groups violations into Behavioral Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs). Each violation found during a roadside inspection is classified into a category that reflects the type of safety risk.
Inspection History · 14 records
FMCSA inspections range from Level 1 (full vehicle and driver examination) to Level 6 (enhanced motorcoach inspection). Level 1 is the most thorough; Levels 2 and 3 are walk-around and driver-only checks.
| Date | State | Veh OOS | Drv OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/08/2026 | NM | 0 | 0 |
| 02/10/2026 | UT | 0 | 0 |
| 12/29/2025 | TX | 0 | 0 |
| 08/21/2025 | UT | 0 | 0 |
| 08/16/2025 | UT | 0 | 0 |
| 07/29/2025 | NM | 0 | 0 |
| 02/28/2025 | UT | 0 | 0 |
| 01/27/2025 | UT | 0 | 0 |
| 07/02/2024 | UT | 0 | 0 |
| 05/20/2024 | UT | 0 | 0 |
Authority & Insurance
FMCSA operating authority permits interstate for-hire transportation. Carriers must maintain minimum insurance coverage levels to keep authority active. BIPD (bodily injury and property damage) insurance is required for all for-hire carriers.
| Type | Insurer | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| BIPD/Primary | Northland Insurance Company | $750 |
Fleet Profile
Power units include trucks, tractors, and other commercial motor vehicles registered to the carrier. Driver count reflects the total number of drivers reported on the carrier's MCS-150 filing.