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Freight Carrier/broker · Liberal, KS

NATIONAL CARRIERS INC

Name: NATIONAL CARRIERS INC
Address: 945 JOHN JACOBSON DRIVE, LIBERAL, KS, 67901, US
Telephone: (620) 626-0697

945 JOHN JACOBSON DRIVE · Liberal, KS 67901

AUTHORIZED FOR:

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MC #139495
USDOT #69310 USDOT Active

673
Power Units
586
Drivers
Carrier/broker
Entity Type

About this carrier

NATIONAL CARRIERS INC is a Liberal, KS freight carrier/broker that is authorized for: in the state of Kansas. This company has 673 truck(s) in their fleet and 586 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-139495 and their USDOT number is 69310.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 03/13/2026 · last updated Jun 25, 2026.

Carrier Details

Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
MCS-150 Filed 03/13/2026
MCS-150 Mileage 62,768,642 (2024)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification

Authorized for Hire

Carrier Operation

Interstate

Cargo Authorized

Metal Sheets, Coils, Rolls
Fresh Produce
Chemicals
Paper Products
Agricultural / Farm Supplies
Construction

Safety Record

112 Severe Violations Updated 2 days ago

Crashes (24 mo)

2
Fatal
9
Injury
28
Tow
39
Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 1.79 136 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0.13 49 Vehicle Maintenance 2.66 183 Drugs / Alcohol 0.02 2 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.03 4

Inspection Summary

1
Total
724
Clean
343
With violations

24-month window ending Jun 26, 2026

Violations Cited 173 unique codes

Critical 51

392.4A-DOSPDrugs/Other Substances - Operate a CMV while in possession.1× OOS×1 SW 10
392.4A-DOSUDrugs/Other Substances - Operate a CMV while under the influence or evidence of use within the past 24 hours.1× OOS×1 SW 10
392.2-SLLSWZState/Local Laws - Speeding work/construction zone12× SW 10
392.2-SLLCPState/Local Laws - Operate a CMV while using a cellular phone4× SW 10
392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit4× SW 10
392.82DUMTDriver - Using a hand-held mobile telephone3× SW 10
393.75A3-TAOLTISTires - All others, leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS22× OOS×21 SW 8
393.75A3-TAOLTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS11× OOS×11 SW 8
393.75(a)(3)Tire-flat and/or audible air leak5× OOS×5 SW 8
383.51A-SINDriving a CMV while CDL is suspended for a safety-related or unknown reason and in state of driver's license issuance2× OOS×2 SW 8
393.75(a)Flat tire or fabric exposed2× OOS×2 SW 8
393.75A1-TAOBETATires - All others, more than one ply is exposed in the sidewall and the area exceeds 2 square inches.1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75A1-TFBMFTires - Front, belt material/casing ply showing in tread area1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75A2-TAOBBTires - All others, bump or bulge related to tread or sidewall separation1× 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
393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth4× SW 8
393.75(c)Tire-other tread depth less than 2/32 of inch measured in a major tread groove2× SW 8
383.95LCDLRestriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction.1× SW 8
393.75(a)(1)Tire-ply or belt material exposed1× SW 8
393.75A1-TEPBMTires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area1× SW 8
393.75(a)(2)Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation1× 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 ATIS1× SW 8
393.75A4-PBMETires - Has a cut to the extent that the ply or belt material is exposed.1× SW 8
393.75(b)Tire-front tread depth less than 4/32 of inch on a major tread groove1× SW 8
393.100B-CCargo - Cargo not secured to prevent leaking/spilling/blowing/falling from CMV2× OOS×2 SW 7
393.207F-SDASSuspension - Deflated air suspension1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.9A-LSLIWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.9A-LTSILighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle.1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.9(a)Inoperative Brake Lamps1× OOS×1 SW 6
392.5A2-IPIntoxicating - No driver shall use alcohol, be under the influence of alcohol, or have any measured alcohol concentration or detected presence of alcohol, while on duty, or operating, or in physical control of a commercial motor vehicle1× OOS×1 SW 5
177.823(a)No placards/markings when required1× OOS×1 SW 5
177.823A-HMPMCNP50%HM (Placarding) - 50% or more of the required placards for a category of material (hazard class or division) are missing. CVSA Inspection Bulletin 2017-03 - Display of GHS Labels on Bulk Packages1× OOS×1 SW 5
393.45B2-BHTDAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply.6× OOS×6 SW 4
393.45B2PCBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking - Connection to Power Unit2× OOS×2 SW 4
393.45D-BAALAir Brake - Audible air leak at other than a proper connection2× OOS×2 SW 4
393.45(b)(2)Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking3× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45Brake tubing and hose adequacy1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45A-BHTBSAir Brake - Hose/tubing with a bulge/swelling when air pressure is applied1× 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
396.3A1-BALRAir Brake - Fails air loss rate test1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.75G-TFWETLTires - Front, weight carried exceeds tire load limit1× OOS×1 SW 3
396.3A1-FFuel - Dripping leak.1× OOS×1 SW 3
396.5B-HWSLHubs - Wheel seal leaking3× OOS×3 SW 2
393.205A-WRBHWheel/Rim - Cracks between stud holes/hand holes2× 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-VFCVan/OT Trailers - Floor crossmembers, at least 3 adjacent broken/detached and sagging below1× OOS×1 SW 2
396.5B-HWSLIWHubs - Wheel seal leaking - inner wheel1× OOS×1 SW 2
396.5-HLHubs - Leaking hub1× 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/combination4× OOS×4 SW 0

Unsafe Driving 24

392.2-SLLS3State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit6× SW 7
392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV4× SW 7
392.16ADDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV.2× 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, other16× SW 5
392.2CFailure to obey traffic control device5× SW 5
392.2-SLLFYState/Local Laws - Failed to yield right of way3× SW 5
392.2-SLLMLState/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane3× SW 5
392.2-INATDriver- Inattentive or Distracted Driving2× SW 5
392.2-SLLFCState/Local Laws - Following too closely2× SW 5
392.2-DMOVEDriver - Move over/slow law - Failure to yield right of way to authorized emergency vehicles1× SW 5
392.2LCImproper lane change1× SW 5
392.2-SLLILCState/Local Laws - Improper lane change1× SW 5
392.2-SLMLState/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane.1× 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 limit28× SW 4
392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation21× SW 3
392.2LVLane Restriction violation1× SW 3
392.22A-DDriver - Failed to activate hazard warning signal flashers12× SW 1
392.2-SLLUPState/Local Laws - Unlawfully parking /leaving vehicle on roadway6× SW 1
392.22(a)Failing to use hazard warning flashers2× SW 1
392.2PKUnlawfully parking and/or leaving vehicle in the roadway1× SW 1
392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit1× SW 1
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 1
392.82DUMTDriver - Using a hand-held mobile telephone1× SW 1

Hours of Service 22

395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain3× SW 7
395.3(a)(3)(ii)Driving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty, off duty, or sleeper period of at least 30 minutes2× SW 7
395.8(e)(1)PCHOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS2× SW 7
395.3A2-HOSPDITHOS (Property) - Driver driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time1× SW 7
395.8(e)False report of drivers record of duty status1× SW 7
395.8E1PC-OOSHOS - False record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Driver improperly used Personal Conveyance1× SW 7
395.32B-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failed to review any unassigned driving time when prompted by the ELD1× SW 5
395.24(d)ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically2× 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 carrier1× SW 3
395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner15× SW 1
395.30B1-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information.8× SW 1
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.4× SW 1
395.3A2HOSPRNPDriving beyond 14 hour duty period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation4× 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
395.24C2IIIDriver failed to manually add shipping document number2× SW 1
395.8(a)HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner2× SW 1
395.22H1-ELDNUMHOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - No user's manual for the driver describing how to operate the ELD. (May be electronic)1× SW 1
395.24C1IIIDriver failed to add file comment per safety officers request1× SW 1
395.24C2II-ELDTNHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify CMV trailer number.1× SW 1
395.24C2III-ELDSDNHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify shipping document number.1× SW 1
395.30B1Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD1× SW 1
395.3A3HOSPRNPDriving beyond 11 hour driving limit in a 14-hour period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation1× SW 1

Vehicle Maintenance 75

393.207(b)Adjustable axle locking pins missing or not engaged1× SW 7
393.207B-AALPMEAny of the locking pins are missing or not engaged.1× SW 7
393.9A-LBLLighting - Backup lamp inoperative8× SW 6
393.11A1-LBLLighting - Backup lamp missing4× SW 6
393.9A-LFTSILighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative4× SW 6
393.9A-HLLHLighting - Headlamp(s) fail to operate on low and high beam3× SW 6
393.9HInoperable head lamps3× SW 6
393.9TInoperable tail lamp3× SW 6
393.9TSInoperative turn signal3× SW 6
393.9A-LHLILighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative2× SW 6
393.11A1-LCHLLighting - Lamps improper color, height, location.1× SW 6
393.11A1-LFTSMLighting - Front - Turn signal - missing.1× SW 6
393.11A1-LHLMLighting - Headlamp(s) - Any missing1× SW 6
393.25(f)Stop lamp violations1× SW 6
393.9A-LTSIRLighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit1× SW 6
393.45B2-B-AIRAir Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured11× SW 4
396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection9× SW 4
393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt7× SW 4
393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection6× 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 wear4× SW 4
393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 19984× SW 4
393.53(b)CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear3× SW 4
393.55(c)(2)CMV other than truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 not equipped with an antilock brake system.3× SW 4
392.7A-DDriver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories2× SW 4
393.45B2-BAir brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured2× SW 4
393.45DLUVBrake Connections with Leaks Under Vehicle2× SW 4
393.48A-BIBDDrum Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle2× 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.2× 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 1998.2× SW 4
393.45B2-B-VACBrake - Vacuum hose(s) or line(s) restricted/abraded/chafed through outer cover-to-cord ply crimped/cracked/broken1× SW 4
393.45B2UVBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle1× SW 4
393.45(d)Brake connections with leaks or constrictions1× 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
393.55D3-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction, trailers manufactured after March 1, 2001 unable to transmit ABS malfunction signal to towing vehicle.1× SW 4
396.17(c)Operating a CMV without proof 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
396.3A1-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, 19974× SW 3
393.11A1-CSURRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, upper rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19974× SW 3
393.106B-CCargo - Not immobilized or secured1× SW 3
393.11LRNo Lower rear retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflective materials as required for vehicles manufactured after December 19931× SW 3
393.11TUTruck-Tractor upper body corner requirements for retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflective material for vehicles manufactured after July 19971× SW 3
396.5(b)Oil and/or grease leak1× SW 3
396.5B-LLubrication - Oil or grease leak1× SW 3
393.9Inoperable Required Lamp5× SW 2
393.205C-WRAWFLMIBWheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken.4× SW 2
393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured4× SW 2
393.9A-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative3× SW 2
393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.2× SW 2
393.95(b)Emergency 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 warning light).2× SW 2
393.9A-LCLLighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative2× SW 2
393.11A1-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) missing1× SW 2
393.201(a)Frame cracked / loose / sagging / broken1× SW 2
393.201A-FRCLSFrame - Cracked/loose/sagging/broken frame or chassis1× SW 2
393.203(a)Cab door missing/broken1× SW 2
393.203C-CBPCab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened1× SW 2
393.95A4-EENAEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible or filled1× SW 2
393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper1× SW 2
393.9A-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp inoperative1× SW 2
393.9A-LSMLLighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative1× SW 2
396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories1× SW 2
393.60(d)Windshield / Windows - Tinting permits less than 70% of light transmittance12× SW 1
393.60(c)Windshield - Damaged or Discolored5× SW 1
393.78Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers5× SW 1
392.2-SLLMFState/Local Laws - Wheel (mud) flaps missing or defective3× SW 1
393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system.2× SW 1
393.3-SVExternal sun visor obstructs the drivers view1× SW 1
393.60EWindshield - Obstructed1× SW 1
393.60EWSWindshield - Obstructed1× SW 1
393.67C7V-FFuel - Missing/improper filler cap1× SW 1
393.79Defroster/Defogger - Inoperative or defective1× SW 1
393.83(g)Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment1× SW 1

Hazardous Materials 1

172.504A-HMPSHM (Placarding) - Bulk package/freight container/unit load device/transport vehicle not placarded as required.1× SW 5

Locations

Physical Address

NATIONAL CARRIERS INC
945 JOHN JACOBSON DRIVE
LIBERAL, KS 67901

Mailing Address

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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 173 unique codes

Critical 51

Unsafe Driving 24

Hours of Service 22

Vehicle Maintenance 75

Hazardous Materials 1

Locations

Location on Map

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