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Freight Carrier/broker/iep · Camden, NJ

CALIFORNIA CARTAGE EXPRESS

Name: CALIFORNIA CARTAGE EXPRESS
Address: 2 COOPER STREET, CAMDEN, NJ, 08102, US
Telephone: (877) 634-3777

2 COOPER STREET · Camden, NJ 08102

AUTHORIZED FOR:

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MC #41929
USDOT #3035784 USDOT Active

166
Power Units
166
Drivers
Carrier/broker/iep
Entity Type

About this carrier

CALIFORNIA CARTAGE EXPRESS is a Camden, NJ freight carrier/broker/iep that is authorized for: in the state of New Jersey. This company has 166 truck(s) in their fleet and 166 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-41929 and their USDOT number is 3035784.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 02/13/2026 · last updated Jun 24, 2026.

Carrier Details

Legal Name CAL CARTAGE TRANSPORTATION EXPRESS LLC
Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
MCS-150 Filed 02/13/2026
MCS-150 Mileage 16,309,103 (2025)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification

Authorized for Hire

Carrier Operation

Interstate

Cargo Authorized

General Freight
Intermodal Containers
Beverages
Paper Products

Safety Record

41 Severe Violations Updated 4 days ago

Out of Service Rates (24 mo)

TypeThis carrierNational avg Vehicle 25.8% 23.4% Driver 0.8% 6.7% Hazmat — 4.4%

Crashes (24 mo)

0
Fatal
9
Injury
5
Tow
14
Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 1.34 22 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0.24 12 Vehicle Maintenance 5.79 146 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.1 3

Inspection Summary

321
Total
155
Clean
166
With violations

24-month window ending Jun 26, 2026

Violations Cited 138 unique codes

Critical 40

392.82DUMTDriver - Using a hand-held mobile telephone3× SW 10
392.2-SLLCPState/Local Laws - Operate a CMV while using a cellular phone2× SW 10
392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit2× SW 10
393.75A3-TAOLTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS12× OOS×12 SW 8
393.75(a)(3)Tire-flat and/or audible air leak2× OOS×2 SW 8
383.23(a)(2)Operating a CMV without a CDL1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75(a)Flat tire or fabric exposed1× OOS×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(b)Tire-front tread depth less than 4/32 of inch on a major tread groove1× SW 8
395.8(e)False report of drivers record of duty status1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207(a)Axle positioning parts defective/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.12× OOS×12 SW 6
393.9A-LSLIWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on11× OOS×11 SW 6
393.9TSInoperative turn signal8× OOS×5 SW 6
393.9(a)Inoperative Brake Lamps4× OOS×3 SW 6
393.11A1-LSLMWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both missing when required to be on.2× OOS×2 SW 6
393.45B2-BHTDAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply.5× OOS×5 SW 4
393.45B2UVBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle7× OOS×2 SW 4
393.47(a)Inadequate brakes for safe stopping - Brake Lining condition3× OOS×1 SW 4
391.11B2SDriver 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 Highway Traffic Sign Assessment1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45B2-B-VACBrake - Vacuum hose(s) or line(s) restricted/abraded/chafed through outer cover-to-cord ply crimped/cracked/broken1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45D-BAALAir Brake - Audible air leak at other than a proper connection1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45D-SGNCNBBrakes - Service brakes on trailer inoperative due to no trailer connection or air shut off1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47B-BMBCBD-SADrum Brake - Mismatched brake chamber sizes on a steering axle1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47D1-BLTBD-SADrum Brake - Inadequate lining/pad thickness on a steering axle1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1-BALRAir Brake - Fails air loss rate test1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1BLBrake system pressure loss1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1-DLDSEFDriveline/Driveshaft - Any loose, broken or missing end fitting fastener1× OOS×1 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
393.23PTAll required lamps on towed vehicle inoperative due to no electrical connection4× OOS×4 SW 2
393.23-LEULighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g., unplugged or loose pigtail)3× OOS×3 SW 2
393.9Inoperable Required Lamp14× OOS×1 SW 2
391.11B4-CLHAMedical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial vehicle without corrective lenses or hearing aid as indicated on the driver's medical certificate1× OOS×1 SW 2
396.5B-HWSLHubs - Wheel seal leaking1× OOS×1 SW 2
396.5-HLHubs - Leaking hub1× OOS×1 SW 2
393.126B-CIMIntermodal Containers - Improper securement of intermodal containers transported on container chassis vehicle(s)2× OOS×2 SW 1
393.126Failure to ensure intermodal container securement1× 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/combination7× OOS×7 SW 0

Unsafe Driving 8

392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV4× SW 7
392.16Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV2× 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, other3× SW 5
392.2CFailure to obey traffic control device1× SW 5
392.2-INATDriver- Inattentive or Distracted Driving1× SW 5
392.2-SLLMLState/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane1× SW 5
392.71(a)Using or equipping a CMV with radar detector1× SW 5
392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation2× SW 3

Hours of Service 9

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
395.3AIIDriving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty, off duty or sleeper berth period of at least 30 consecutive minutes1× SW 7
395.8(e)(1)PCHOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS1× SW 7
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 Manner5× SW 1
395.22GPortable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver2× SW 1
395.3A2-PROPNDriving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation2× SW 1
395.3A3-PROPNDriving beyond 11 hour driving limit in a 14 hour period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation1× SW 1
395.8(a)HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner1× SW 1

Vehicle Maintenance 81

393.207A-SAPPCBLMSuspension - Axle positioning part cracked/broken/loose/missing.1× SW 7
393.207F-SLASSuspension - Leaking 3 PSI in 5 minutes1× SW 7
393.9A-LSLILighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative.7× SW 6
393.19Inoperative/Defective Hazard Warning Lamp5× SW 6
393.9HInoperable head lamps5× SW 6
393.9A-LFTSILighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative4× SW 6
393.9A-LHLILighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative3× SW 6
393.9A-LRLILighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative3× SW 6
393.9A-HLLHLighting - Headlamp(s) fail to operate on low and high beam2× SW 6
393.9A-LHWSLighting - Hazard warning signal(s) inoperative2× SW 6
393.9A-LTSIRLighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit2× SW 6
393.11A1-LBLLighting - Backup lamp missing1× SW 6
393.11A1-LFTSMLighting - Front - Turn signal - missing.1× SW 6
393.209(e)Power steering violations1× SW 6
393.209E-SPSLASteering - Power steering leaking anywhere.1× SW 6
393.24(a)Non-compliance with headlamp requirements1× SW 6
393.9A-LBLLighting - Backup lamp inoperative1× SW 6
393.9TInoperable tail lamp1× SW 6
393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt13× SW 4
393.45B2-B-AIRAir Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured10× SW 4
393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection9× SW 4
393.45DLPCBrake Connections with Leaks - Connection to Power Unit8× SW 4
393.45B2-BAir brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured7× SW 4
393.53(b)CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear6× SW 4
393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 19986× 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 wear5× SW 4
393.55(d)(1)CMV not equipped with ABS malfunction circuit or signal (Truck-Tractor mfg on/after 3/1/1997; Straight Truck mfg on/after 3/1/1998)4× SW 4
393.55(e)No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator Lamp for trailer manufactured after 03/01/19984× SW 4
393.48(a)Inoperative/defective brakes3× SW 4
393.55(c)(1)Truck Tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 not equipped with an antilock brake system3× SW 4
393.45B2PCBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking - Connection to Power Unit2× SW 4
393.48A-BIADAir Disc Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle2× SW 4
393.55(d)(2)CMV manufactured on/after 3/1/2001 not equipped with ABS malfunction circuit / lamp from towed vehicle in cab2× SW 4
396.17(c)Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection2× SW 4
396.3A1BBrakes (general) Explain:2× SW 4
393.45C-BSGAir Brake - Missing or inadequate Nonmetallic tubing spring guard1× SW 4
393.45PCBrake Tubing and Hose Adequacy - Connections to Power Unit1× SW 4
393.47A-BCLMBDDrum Brake - Cracked/loose/missing lining/pad1× SW 4
393.47A-LJNBrakes - Loose/Missing Jam Nut1× SW 4
393.48A-BIBDDrum Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle1× SW 4
393.50(c)No means to ensure operable check valve1× SW 4
393.53BMANAir Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 is not equipped with automatic air brake adjusters1× 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-BALACBrake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber1× SW 4
396.9D2-FTFFailing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report1× SW 4
393.11No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required5× SW 3
393.11TLTruck-Tractor lower rear mud flaps retroreflective sheeting / reflex reflective material requirements for vehicles manufactured after July 19975× SW 3
396.5B-LLubrication - Oil or grease leak4× SW 3
393.11A1-CSLRRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19973× SW 3
396.5(b)Oil and/or grease leak3× SW 3
393.11TUTruck-Tractor upper body corner requirements for retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflective material for vehicles manufactured after July 19972× SW 3
393.11A1-CSURRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, upper rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19971× SW 3
393.11TTTruck-Tractor with No retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflective material on vehicle manufactured after July 19971× SW 3
393.201D-FRFrame - Accessories improperly attached8× SW 2
393.201(d)Frame accessories improperly attached6× SW 2
393.9A-LSMLLighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative6× SW 2
393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured5× SW 2
393.9A-LCLLighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative4× SW 2
393.9A-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative3× SW 2
393.95(a)No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher2× SW 2
393.95K-EEEmergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices, inadequate flag size2× SW 2
392.22(b)Failure to place or improper placement of warning devices on the road surface1× SW 2
393.11A1-LSMLLighting - Side marker lamp(s) missing1× SW 2
393.201(a)Frame cracked / loose / sagging / broken1× SW 2
393.203(c)Hood not securely fastened1× SW 2
393.203C-CBPCab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened1× 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
393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.1× SW 2
393.95A3Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no visual indicator1× 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
396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories1× SW 2
393.60(c)Windshield - Damaged or Discolored5× SW 1
393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system.3× SW 1
392.2WCWheel (Mud) Flaps missing or defective2× SW 1
393.60(d)Windshield / Windows - Tinting permits less than 70% of light transmittance2× SW 1
393.78Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers2× SW 1
393.83(g)Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment1× SW 1

Locations

Physical Address

CALIFORNIA CARTAGE EXPRESS
2 COOPER STREET
CAMDEN, NJ 08102

Mailing Address

CAL CARTAGE TRANSPORTATION EXPRESS LLC
PO 96001
CAMDEN, NJ 08101

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CALIFORNIA CARTAGE EXPRESS

About this carrier

Carrier Details

Authority & Operations

Cargo Authorized

Operating Territory

Out of Service Rates (24 mo)

Crashes (24 mo)

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

Inspection Summary

Violations Cited 138 unique codes

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Unsafe Driving 8

Hours of Service 9

Vehicle Maintenance 81

Locations

Location on Map

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Same phone number 9

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