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Freight Carrier · Calexico, CA

VALA TRANSPORT

Name: VALA TRANSPORT
Address: 537 BLAIR AVE APT 1, CALEXICO, CA, 92231, US
Telephone: (686) 229-0828

537 BLAIR AVE APT 1 · Calexico, CA 92231

Authorized: Property

(686) 229-0828 Tap to call

MC #566440
USDOT #1511668 USDOT Active

8
Power Units
6
Drivers
Carrier
Entity Type

About this carrier

VALA TRANSPORT is a Calexico, CA freight carrier that is authorized for property in the state of California. This company has 8 truck(s) in their fleet and 6 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-566440 and their USDOT number is 1511668.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 05/08/2026 · last updated May 25, 2026.

Carrier Details

Legal Name JESUS VALADEZ
Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR Property
MCS-150 Filed 05/08/2026
MCS-150 Mileage 140,421 (2025)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification

Authorized for Hire

Carrier Operation

Interstate

Cargo Authorized

Machinery, Large Objects
Fresh Produce
Refrigerated Food

Operating Territory

Map of states where this carrier has roadside inspections

Inspection activity Inspected in 3 states over the past 24 months: US (90), CA (41), AZ (21). Home base: Calexico, California.

Safety Record

79 Severe Violations Updated 1 days ago

Crashes (24 mo)

0
Fatal
0
Injury
0
Tow
0
Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 0.14 1 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0.44 20 Vehicle Maintenance 17.1 124 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 1.59 37

Inspection Summary

152
Total
23
Clean
129
With violations

24-month window ending May 15, 2026

Violations Cited 134 unique codes

Critical 38

393.75A3-TAOLTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS20× OOS×20 SW 8
383.23A2-LCDLNLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL6× OOS×6 SW 8
393.75A1-TBSPTires - All others - Has damaged plies evident in the sidewall up to 2 square inches1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75A3-TAOLTISTires - All others, leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth20× SW 8
393.75A1-TEPBMTires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area2× SW 8
393.75A4-PBMETires - Has a cut to the extent that the ply or belt material is exposed.1× SW 8
393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32Tires - Less than 1/32 inch tread depth at 3 locations/2 adjacent tread grooves1× 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 component6× OOS×4 SW 7
393.207A-SAPPCBLMSuspension - Axle positioning part cracked/broken/loose/missing.3× OOS×1 SW 7
395.3A2-PROPDriving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle)1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.100(b)Leaking/spilling/blowing/falling cargo1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207A-SAPPASSuspension - Axle positioning part cracked/broken/loose/missing resulting in axle shift1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207A-STCBSuspension - Suspension connecting rod or tracking component assembly (including spring leaves used as a suspension connecting rod) or any part used for attaching the same to the vehicle frame or axle is cracked, loose, broken or missing1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207B-AALPME-OOSMore than 25% of the locking pins are missing or not engaged1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.9A-LTSILighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle.3× OOS×3 SW 6
393.209D-STBSPSteering - Ball and socket joint has movement greater than 1/8 inch measured with hand pressure1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.209D-STPALSteering - Pitman arm loose on the output shaft1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.9A-LSLIWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.45D-BAALAir Brake - Audible air leak at other than a proper connection2× OOS×2 SW 4
396.3A1-BALRAir Brake - Fails air loss rate test2× OOS×2 SW 4
393.43A-TPVAir Brake - Inoperable or missing tractor protection valve1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45Brake tubing and hose adequacy1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45B2-BHTDAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply.1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47A-BCFSBD-SADrum Brake - Contaminated friction surface on a steering axle1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47A-BCLMBD-SADrum Brake - Cracked/loose/missing lining/pad on a steering axle1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47A-BDCBrake - Drum has any external crack, or has any crack that opens upon brake application1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47D1-BRMMCAD-SAAir Disc Brake - Rotor (disc) metal to metal contact on a steering axle1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.51C-BAPGAir Brake - Inoperative/defective primary or secondary pressure gauge1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1-DLDSUJBCBDriveline/Driveshaft - Any missing, broken or loose universal joint bearing cap bolt, bearing strap or retainer bolt2× OOS×2 SW 3
396.3A1-DLDSUJMDriveline/Driveshaft - Any independent vertical movement between opposing yoke ends greater than 1/8 inch, with hand pressure only.1× OOS×1 SW 3
396.3A1-FFuel - Dripping leak.1× OOS×1 SW 3
393.201A-FRBFCFrame - Cracked siderail bottom flange at least 1 inch long3× OOS×3 SW 2
396.5B-HWSLHubs - Wheel seal leaking5× OOS×2 SW 2
391.41B10-MCMedical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial vehicle without corrective lenses or hearing aid as indicated on the driver's medical certificate1× OOS×1 SW 2
393.201A-FRWCFrame - Cracked siderail web at least 1-1/2 inches directed toward the bottom flange1× OOS×1 SW 2
392.9A2-CCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured1× OOS×1 SW 1
396.3(a)1BOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination6× OOS×6 SW 0

Vehicle Maintenance 82

393.207F-SLASSuspension - Leaking 3 PSI in 5 minutes5× SW 7
393.102C2-CCargo - Sided Vehicle - Insufficient load securement so that it cannot shift or tip to the extent that the vehicle's stability or maneuverability is adversely affected1× SW 7
393.207B-AALPMEAny of the locking pins are missing or not engaged.1× SW 7
393.9A-LRLILighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative12× SW 6
393.209E-SPSLASteering - Power steering leaking anywhere.11× SW 6
393.9A-LHLILighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative10× SW 6
393.9A-LTSIRLighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit10× SW 6
393.9A-LSLILighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative.8× SW 6
393.11A1-LCHLLighting - Lamps improper color, height, location.6× SW 6
393.9A-LBLLighting - Backup lamp inoperative6× SW 6
393.9A-LHWSLighting - Hazard warning signal(s) inoperative5× SW 6
393.11A1-LTNRVLighting - Turn signal - Any missing not on the rearmost vehicle.2× SW 6
393.25E-LLighting - Lamps (other than headlamps), not steady burning as required2× SW 6
393.9A-HLLHLighting - Headlamp(s) fail to operate on low and high beam2× SW 6
393.9A-LFTSILighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative2× SW 6
393.11A1-LHLMLighting - Headlamp(s) - Any missing1× SW 6
393.19Inoperative/Defective Hazard Warning Lamp1× SW 6
393.209E-SPSRLFSteering - Power steering reservoir low fluid1× SW 6
393.25A-LLighting - Lamps (other than headlamps), not securely mounted1× SW 6
393.9HInoperable head lamps1× SW 6
393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 199882× SW 4
393.55D2-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 2001 for towed vehicle.25× SW 4
396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection23× SW 4
396.3A1-ALBVAir Brake - Any leak from a brake valve19× SW 4
393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection17× SW 4
396.3A1-BALACBrake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber13× SW 4
393.43E-BBSTBrake - Bleedback system is defective on trailer9× SW 4
393.45B2-B-AIRAir Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured9× SW 4
393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt9× SW 4
393.55C1-BAir Brake - Truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997, not equipped with an ABS system. System does not function or indicates a fault.9× SW 4
393.55D1-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 and each single unit CMV on or after 1998.9× SW 4
393.53B-BAir Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear8× SW 4
393.55C2-BAir Brake - CMV other than truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 not equipped with an antilock brake system. System does not function or indicates a fault.8× SW 4
396.9D2-FTFFailing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report6× SW 4
393.43B-BATVBrake - Air, towing vehicle unable to actuate trailer parking/emergency brakes manually5× SW 4
393.45B2-BAir brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured5× SW 4
393.55(c)(1)Truck Tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 not equipped with an antilock brake system5× SW 4
393.55D3-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction, trailers manufactured after March 1, 2001 unable to transmit ABS malfunction signal to towing vehicle.5× SW 4
393.48A-BIBDDrum Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle3× SW 4
396.3A1-OALOther - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system.3× SW 4
393.47A-BCLMBDDrum Brake - Cracked/loose/missing lining/pad2× SW 4
393.48A-BMBCBDDrum Brake - Missing/broken component(s)2× SW 4
396.3A1-ALATRAir Brake - Any leak from an air tank reservoir.2× SW 4
393.45(b)(2)Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking1× SW 4
393.45(d)Brake connections with leaks or constrictions1× SW 4
393.47A-BCFSBDDrum Brake - Contaminated friction surface1× SW 4
393.47D2-BLTBDDrum Brake - Inadequate lining/pad thickness1× SW 4
393.53BMANAir Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 is not equipped with automatic air brake adjusters1× SW 4
393.55A-BHydraulic Brake - ABS defective on truck/bus manufactured on or after March 1, 19991× SW 4
396.5B-LLubrication - Oil or grease leak12× SW 3
393.11B-CSLRRConspicuity Systems - Trailers, lower rear retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 19933× SW 3
393.11B-CSRIGRRConspicuity Systems - Trailers, rear impact guard retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 19933× SW 3
393.11B-CSURRConspicuity Systems - Trailers, upper rear retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 19933× SW 3
393.11A1-CSURRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, upper rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19972× SW 3
393.30-BBattery - Not protected2× SW 3
393.11No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required1× SW 3
393.11A1-CSLRRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19971× SW 3
393.28-WSWiring Systems - Copper wire exposed1× SW 3
393.201A-FRCLSFrame - Cracked/loose/sagging/broken frame or chassis12× SW 2
393.9A-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp inoperative8× SW 2
393.9A-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative7× SW 2
393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured5× SW 2
393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper5× SW 2
393.9A-LCLLighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative5× SW 2
393.9A-LSMLLighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative3× SW 2
393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.2× SW 2
393.95A3Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no visual indicator2× SW 2
393.11A1-LCLLighting - Clearance lamp(s) missing1× SW 2
393.11A1-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) missing1× SW 2
393.11A1-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp missing1× SW 2
393.201A-VFCVan/OT Trailers - Floor crossmembers, at least 3 adjacent broken/detached and sagging below1× SW 2
393.205A-WRCWheel/Rim - Rim, spoke wheel, or adapter cracked1× SW 2
393.9Inoperable Required Lamp1× SW 2
393.95A4-EENAEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible1× SW 2
393.95K-EEEmergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices, inadequate flag size1× SW 2
393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system.38× SW 1
393.78Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers14× SW 1
393.83(g)Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment7× SW 1
393.60(c)Windshield - Damaged or Discolored3× SW 1
393.60(d)Windshield / Windows - Tinting permits less than 70% of light transmittance2× SW 1
393.60EWindshield - Obstructed1× SW 1
393.83(h)Exhaust - Not securely fastened to the vehicle1× SW 1

Hours of Service 11

395.3A2-HOSPDHOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time3× SW 7
395.3A1-HOSPDHOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time1× SW 7
395.8(e)False report of drivers record of duty status1× SW 7
395.8(e)(1)PCHOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS1× SW 7
395.32B-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failed to review any unassigned driving time when prompted by the ELD8× SW 5
395.30B2-ELDDFC24HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to certify the record immediately after the final required entry has been made or corrected for the 24 hour period.8× SW 1
395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner7× SW 1
395.30B1-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information.2× SW 1
395.22GPortable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver1× SW 1
395.22H4Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids1× 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.1× SW 1

Driver Fitness 2

391.11B2-ZBorder Zone - Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001.26× SW 4
391.11B2-QDriver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. Driver failed the Interview.7× SW 4

Unsafe Driving 1

392.2-SLLUPState/Local Laws - Unlawfully parking /leaving vehicle on roadway1× SW 1

Locations

Physical Address

VALA TRANSPORT
537 BLAIR AVE APT 1
CALEXICO, CA 92231

Mailing Address

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