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DESERT RUNNER TRANSPORTATION INC

284 E BAFFERT DR · Nogales, AZ 85621

Authorized: Property
(520) 281-9488 Tap to call
  • MC #587253
  • USDOT #1586246 USDOT Active
  • 10
    Power Units
  • 12
    Drivers
  • Carrier
    Entity Type

About this carrier

DESERT RUNNER TRANSPORTATION INC is a Nogales, AZ freight carrier that is authorized for property in the state of Arizona. This company has 10 truck(s) in their fleet and 12 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-587253 and their USDOT number is 1586246.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 11/14/2025 · last updated May 26, 2026.

Carrier Details

  • Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR Property
  • MCS-150 Filed 11/14/2025
  • MCS-150 Mileage 1,940,321 (2024)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification
  • Authorized for Hire
Carrier Operation
  • Interstate

Cargo Authorized

  • General Freight
  • Fresh Produce
  • Meat
  • Refrigerated Food
  • Beverages
  • Paper Products

Operating Territory

Map of states where this carrier has roadside inspections Arizona — 13 inspections (past 24 months) California — 9 inspections (past 24 months) California — 9 inspections (past 24 months) California — 9 inspections (past 24 months) California — 9 inspections (past 24 months) California — 9 inspections (past 24 months) New Mexico — 1 inspection (past 24 months)

Inspection activity   Inspected in 4 states over the past 24 months: AZ (13), CA (9), US (1), NM (1). Home base: Nogales, Arizona.

Safety Record

7 Severe Violations Updated 1 days ago

Crashes (24 mo)

  • 0
    Fatal
  • 0
    Injury
  • 0
    Tow
  • 0
    Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 1.45 3 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 1.08 3 Vehicle Maintenance 8.18 10 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.29 1

Inspection Summary

  • 24
    Total
  • 10
    Clean
  • 14
    With violations

24-month window ending May 15, 2026

Violations Cited 28 unique codes

Critical 8

  • 383.23A2-LCDLNLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL1× OOS×1 SW 8
  • 393.75C-OOSTire-other tread depth less than 1/32 of inch measured in 2 adjacent major tread grooves 3 separate locations 8 inches apart1× OOS×1 SW 8
  • 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth2× SW 8
  • 393.75A2-TAOBB-6Tires - Any tire with observable bumps, bulge or knots1× SW 8
  • 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 can be moved by hand along the axis of the component1× OOS×1 SW 7
  • 395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed1× OOS×1 SW 5
  • 393.23-LEULighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g., unplugged or loose pigtail)1× OOS×1 SW 2
  • 396.3(a)1BOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination1× OOS×1 SW 0

Hours of Service 4

  • 395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain1× SW 7
  • 395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner2× SW 1
  • 395.22H4-ELDBRODSHOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have a supply of blank driver's records of duty status graph-grids sufficient to record the driver's duty status and other related information for a minimum of 8 days.2× SW 1
  • 395.22G-ELDMFVHOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position.1× SW 1

Vehicle Maintenance 13

  • 393.9A-LHWSLighting - Hazard warning signal(s) inoperative1× SW 6
  • 393.9A-LFTSILighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative1× SW 6
  • 393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 19981× SW 4
  • 396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection1× SW 4
  • 393.47D2-BLTBDDrum Brake - Inadequate lining/pad thickness1× SW 4
  • 393.11A1-CSURRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, upper rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19972× SW 3
  • 396.3A1-AASGMD-L6Any of the slider-guide/hold-down brackets are missing or disengaged.1× SW 3
  • 393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured1× SW 2
  • 393.9A-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative1× SW 2
  • 392.2-SLLMFState/Local Laws - Wheel (mud) flaps missing or defective2× SW 1
  • 393.60(d)Windshield / Windows - Tinting permits less than 70% of light transmittance1× SW 1
  • 393.67C7V-FFuel - Missing/improper filler cap1× SW 1
  • 393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system.1× SW 1

Unsafe Driving 3

  • 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× SW 5
  • 392.2-SLTFCState/Local Laws - Speeding basic rule/speed too fast for conditions1× SW 5
  • 392.2CFailure to obey traffic control device1× SW 5

Locations

Physical Address
DESERT RUNNER TRANSPORTATION INC
284 E BAFFERT DR
NOGALES, AZ 85621
Mailing Address
Same as physical.

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