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Freight Carrier · Encino, CA

PROFORWARD INC

Name: PROFORWARD INC
Address: 5325 NEWCASTLE AVENUE, ENCINO, CA, 91316, US
Telephone: (562) 754-0569

5325 NEWCASTLE AVENUE · Encino, CA 91316

AUTHORIZED FOR:

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MC #650275
USDOT #1678243 USDOT Active

89
Power Units
139
Drivers
Carrier
Entity Type

About this carrier

PROFORWARD INC is a Encino, CA freight carrier that is authorized for: in the state of California. This company has 89 truck(s) in their fleet and 139 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-650275 and their USDOT number is 1678243.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 07/23/2025 · last updated Aug 21, 2026.

Carrier Details

Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
MCS-150 Filed 07/23/2025
MCS-150 Mileage 12,032,015 (2024)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification

Authorized for Hire

Carrier Operation

Interstate

Cargo Authorized

General Freight
Fresh Produce
Refrigerated Food
Paper Products
Construction

Safety Record

108 Severe Violations Updated Sep 1, 2026

Crashes (24 mo)

1
Fatal
4
Injury
7
Tow
12
Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 6.37 74 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0.47 47 Vehicle Maintenance 6.8 189 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.1 4

Inspection Summary

479
Total
211
Clean
268
With violations

24-month window ending Jul 31, 2026

Violations Cited 175 unique codes

Critical 65

392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit7× SW 10
392.2-SLLSWZState/Local Laws - Speeding work/construction zone5× SW 10
392.2-SLLCPState/Local Laws - Operate a CMV while using a cellular phone1× SW 10
392.82DUMTDriver - Using a hand-held mobile telephone1× SW 10
393.75A3-TAOLTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS21× OOS×21 SW 8
393.75(a)(3)Tire-flat and/or audible air leak11× OOS×11 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 ATIS9× OOS×9 SW 8
393.75(a)Flat tire or fabric exposed3× OOS×3 SW 8
383.23(a)(2)Operating a CMV without a CDL1× OOS×1 SW 8
383.23A2-LCDLNLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL1× OOS×1 SW 8
392.2-LCDLRRestriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction.1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75A1-TAORETATires - All others, has more than one ply exposed in the tread area exceeding 2 square inches.1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75A2-TAOTLMTires - All others, 75% of the tread width is loose/missing in excess of 12 inches of circumference1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75A3-TFLTires - Front, leaking or inflation 50% or less than of the maximum inflation pressure1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75(a)(4)Tire-cut exposing ply and/or belt material1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75A3-ATISTires - All others, leaking in tread area with inflation more than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS2× SW 8
393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth2× SW 8
393.75A1-TEPBMTires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area1× SW 8
393.207A-SAPPASSuspension - Axle positioning part cracked/broken/loose/missing resulting in axle shift4× OOS×4 SW 7
395.8E-HOSPDELDTHOS (Property) - Tampering with an ELD so that the device does not accurately record and retain required data. Explain:2× OOS×2 SW 7
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 component2× OOS×2 SW 7
393.207F-SDASSuspension - Deflated air suspension2× OOS×2 SW 7
395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain4× OOS×1 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× OOS×1 SW 7
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 Time1× OOS×1 SW 7
395.3B2-HOSPDHOS (Property) - Driving after being on duty more than 70 hours in the previous 8 consecutive days. Date and Time1× 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-LSLIWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on3× OOS×3 SW 6
393.9(a)Inoperative Brake Lamps3× OOS×3 SW 6
393.9TSInoperative turn signal5× OOS×2 SW 6
393.11A1-LTSMLighting - Turn signal - Any missing on the rearmost vehicle.2× OOS×2 SW 6
393.9A-LTSILighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle.2× OOS×2 SW 6
393.11A1-LRLMWRLighting - Tail lamp - Both lamps on rearmost vehicle missing when required to be on.1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.11A1-LTNRVLighting - Turn signal - Any missing not on the rearmost vehicle.1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.209D-STPALSteering - Pitman arm loose on the output shaft1× OOS×1 SW 6
395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed7× OOS×7 SW 5
395.8(k)(2)Driver failing to retain previous 7 days records of duty status1× OOS×1 SW 5
393.45B2-BHTDAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply.4× OOS×4 SW 4
393.45A-BHTBSAir Brake - Hose/tubing with a bulge/swelling when air pressure is applied2× OOS×2 SW 4
393.45B2-B-AIRAir Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured14× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45B2UVBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle3× OOS×1 SW 4
393.48A-BIBDDrum Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle3× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45B2PCBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking - Connection to Power Unit2× OOS×1 SW 4
393.43A-TPVAir Brake - Inoperable or missing tractor protection valve1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45A-BHTIJAir Brake - Improperly joined such as a splice made by sliding the hose ends over a piece of tubing and clamping the hose to the tube1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47A-BCFSBDDrum Brake - Contaminated friction surface1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47A-BCFSBD-SADrum Brake - Contaminated friction surface on a steering axle1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47A-BCLMAD-SAAir Disc Brake - Cracked/loose/missing lining/pad on a steering axle1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47B-BMBCBD-SADrum Brake - Mismatched brake chamber sizes on a steering axle1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.51C-BAPGAir Brake - Inoperative/defective primary or secondary pressure gauge1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1DLDSYELDriveline/Driveshaft - Any yoke-mounting hardware loose (with hand pressure), broken or missing3× OOS×3 SW 3
396.3A1-FFuel - Dripping leak.1× OOS×1 SW 3
393.9Inoperable Required Lamp13× OOS×2 SW 2
393.205A-WRBHWheel/Rim - Cracks between stud holes/hand holes2× OOS×2 SW 2
396.5B-HWSLHubs - Wheel seal leaking6× OOS×1 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
393.201D-FRFrame - Accessories improperly attached1× OOS×1 SW 2
393.205(a)Wheel/rim cracked or broken1× OOS×1 SW 2
393.205A-WRDCWheel/Rim - Any disc wheel or rim crack/missing piece of more than 3 inches1× OOS×1 SW 2
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
396.5B-HWSLIWHubs - Wheel seal leaking - inner wheel1× OOS×1 SW 2
392.9A2-CCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured2× OOS×2 SW 1
391.41(a)Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency. History of either failing to produce a medical certificate or having an expired medical certificate.1× OOS×1 SW 1
393.65(c)Improper securement of fuel tank1× 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/combination9× OOS×9 SW 0

Unsafe Driving 17

392.2-SLLS3State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit8× SW 7
392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV5× SW 7
392.16ADDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV.1× SW 7
392.16B-DPASSDriver - Failed to require passenger(s) (not a co-driver) to use seat belt while operating a property-carrying CMV.1× SW 7
392.2-SLLTCDState/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other9× SW 5
392.2CFailure to obey traffic control device5× SW 5
392.2-SLLMLState/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane4× SW 5
392.2-INATDriver- Inattentive or Distracted Driving2× SW 5
392.2-SLLILCState/Local Laws - Improper lane change2× SW 5
392.2-MLFailure to Maintain Lane1× SW 5
392.71A-DDriver - Using or equipping a CMV with a radar detector1× SW 5
392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit13× SW 4
392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation7× SW 3
392.2LVLane Restriction violation1× SW 3
392.22A-DDriver - Failed to activate hazard warning signal flashers4× SW 1
392.60A-DDriver - Unauthorized passenger(s) on-board a CMV2× SW 1
392.2-SLLUPState/Local Laws - Unlawfully parking /leaving vehicle on roadway1× SW 1

Hours of Service 13

392.2-HOSHOS (Local Law) - State/local hour of service violation.1× SW 7
395.8(e)False report of drivers record of duty status1× SW 7
395.8E-HOSPDOOSHOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain:1× SW 7
395.24(d)ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically3× SW 3
395.24D-ELDPTHOS (ELD) - On request by an authorized safety official, a driver must produce and transfer from an ELD the driver's hours of service records in accordance with the instruction sheet provided by the motor carrier2× SW 3
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.13× SW 1
395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner7× SW 1
395.8(a)HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner4× 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.3× 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
395.24C2IIIDriver failed to manually add shipping document number1× SW 1

Vehicle Maintenance 80

393.207A-SAPPCBLMSuspension - Axle positioning part cracked/broken/loose/missing.1× SW 7
393.207(f)Air suspension pressure loss1× SW 7
393.9A-LFTSILighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative13× SW 6
393.9A-LHLILighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative6× SW 6
393.11A1-LCHLLighting - Lamps improper color, height, location.5× SW 6
393.9A-LRLILighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative5× SW 6
393.9A-HLLHLighting - Headlamp(s) fail to operate on low and high beam4× SW 6
393.9HInoperable head lamps3× SW 6
393.11A1-LFTSMLighting - Front - Turn signal - missing.2× SW 6
393.9A-LTSIRLighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit2× SW 6
393.11A1-LLighting - Lamps improper color.1× SW 6
393.11A1-LHLMLighting - Headlamp(s) - Any missing1× SW 6
393.19Inoperative/Defective Hazard Warning Lamp1× SW 6
393.209E-SPSLASteering - Power steering leaking anywhere.1× SW 6
393.9A-LSLILighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative.1× SW 6
393.9TInoperable tail lamp1× SW 6
393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt27× SW 4
393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 199814× 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 wear12× SW 4
393.53(b)CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear8× SW 4
393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection7× 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.4× 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.4× SW 4
396.3A1-BALACBrake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber4× SW 4
393.45B2-BAir brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured3× SW 4
393.45DLPCBrake Connections with Leaks - Connection to Power Unit2× SW 4
393.47D2-BLTBDDrum Brake - Inadequate lining/pad thickness2× SW 4
393.55(e)No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator Lamp for trailer manufactured after 03/01/19982× SW 4
392.7A-DDriver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories1× SW 4
393.41-BNPB-SPRBrake - Inoperative or missing power unit spring brake1× SW 4
393.45(b)(2)Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking1× SW 4
393.47A-BCLMADAir Disc Brake - Cracked/loose/missing lining/pad.1× SW 4
393.48(a)Inoperative/defective brakes1× SW 4
393.48A-BLMACBDDrum Brake - Loose chamber/spider/camshaft support bracket1× SW 4
393.48A-BMBCBDDrum Brake - Missing/broken component(s)1× SW 4
393.55D2-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 2001 for towed vehicle.1× SW 4
396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection1× SW 4
396.3A1-ALBVAir Brake - Any leak from a brake valve1× SW 4
396.3A1BBrakes (general) Explain:1× SW 4
396.3(a)(1)Brake - Leak from air chamber1× SW 4
396.3A1-OALOther - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system.1× SW 4
396.9D2-FTFFailing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report1× SW 4
393.11A1-CSLRRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19975× SW 3
393.11A1-CSURRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, upper rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19975× SW 3
396.5B-LLubrication - Oil or grease leak4× SW 3
393.11No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required3× SW 3
393.11TLTruck-Tractor lower rear mud flaps retroreflective sheeting / reflex reflective material requirements for vehicles manufactured after July 19972× SW 3
393.11TUTruck-Tractor upper body corner requirements for retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflective material for vehicles manufactured after July 19972× SW 3
393.11B-CSURRConspicuity Systems - Trailers, upper rear retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 19931× SW 3
393.81Horn inoperative1× SW 3
393.81-HHorn - Inoperative or defective1× SW 3
396.3A1-AASGMD-L6Any of the slider-guide/hold-down brackets are missing or disengaged.1× SW 3
396.7Unsafe operations forbidden1× SW 3
393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured8× SW 2
393.9A-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative6× SW 2
396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories5× SW 2
393.95(a)No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher4× SW 2
393.95A4-EENAEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible or filled4× SW 2
393.9A-LCLLighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative4× SW 2
393.9A-LSMLLighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative3× SW 2
392.8-DDriver - Failed to inspect /use emergency equipment2× SW 2
393.203E-CBPCab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding2× SW 2
393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.2× SW 2
393.9A-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp inoperative2× SW 2
393.203(c)Hood not securely fastened1× SW 2
393.203C-CBPCab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened1× SW 2
393.205A-WRCWheel/Rim - Rim, spoke wheel, or adapter cracked1× SW 2
393.205(c)Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing1× SW 2
393.205C-WRAWFLMIBWheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken.1× SW 2
393.88Television/video display device - Improperly located1× SW 2
393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper1× SW 2
392.2-SLLMFState/Local Laws - Wheel (mud) flaps missing or defective4× SW 1
393.60(c)Windshield - Damaged or Discolored4× SW 1
393.67C7V-FFuel - Missing/improper filler cap4× SW 1
393.78Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers4× SW 1
393.60(d)Windshield / Windows - Tinting permits less than 70% of light transmittance3× SW 1
393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system.3× SW 1
393.60EWindshield - Obstructed1× SW 1
393.67C11-FFuel - No visible fill warning marking1× SW 1
393.67(c)(7)Fuel tank fill pipe cap missing1× SW 1

Locations

Physical Address

PROFORWARD INC
5325 NEWCASTLE AVENUE
ENCINO, CA 91316

Mailing Address

PROFORWARD INC
1600 N KANSAS ST
EL PASO, TX 79902

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About this carrier

Carrier Details

Authority & Operations

Cargo Authorized

Operating Territory

Crashes (24 mo)

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

Inspection Summary

Violations Cited 175 unique codes

Critical 65

Unsafe Driving 17

Hours of Service 13

Vehicle Maintenance 80

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Location on Map

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