Freight Carrier/broker · Cleveland, OH
THE KAPLAN TRUCKING COMPANY
8777 ROCKSIDE ROAD · Cleveland, OH 44125
Authorized: Property
(216) 341-3322
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- MC #2304
- USDOT #120670 USDOT Active
- 867Power Units
- 867Drivers
- Carrier/brokerEntity Type
About this carrier
THE KAPLAN TRUCKING COMPANY is a Cleveland, OH freight carrier/broker that is authorized for property in the state of Ohio. This company has 867 truck(s) in their fleet and 867 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-2304 and their USDOT number is 120670.
Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 04/14/2026 · last updated May 6, 2026.Carrier Details
- Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR Property
- MCS-150 Filed 04/14/2026
- MCS-150 Mileage 49,955,294 (2025)
Authority & Operations
Operation Classification
- Authorized for Hire
Carrier Operation
- Interstate
Cargo Authorized
- General Freight
- Metal Sheets, Coils, Rolls
- Logs, Poles, Beams, Lumber
- Building Materials
- Machinery, Large Objects
- Intermodal Containers
- Oilfield Equipment
- Construction
Operating Territory
Home base Based in Cleveland, Ohio. No roadside inspections on record in the past 24 months to map operating states.
Safety Record
Out of Service Rates (24 mo)
TypeThis carrierNational avg
Vehicle
25.2%
23.4%
Driver
1.2%
6.7%
Hazmat
—
4.4%
Crashes (24 mo)
-
2Fatal
- 20Injury
- 45Tow
- 67Total
Behavior Categories (BASICs)
CategoryMeasureViolations
Unsafe Driving
1.27
141
Crash Indicator
Not Public
—
Hours of Service
0.18
54
Vehicle Maintenance
5.32
254
Drugs / Alcohol
0
0
Hazmat
Not Public
—
Driver Fitness
0.04
4
Inspection Summary
- 899Total
- 500Clean
- 399With violations
24-month window ending May 15, 2026
Violations Cited 222 unique codes
Critical 72
- 392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit
- 392.2-SLLSWZState/Local Laws - Speeding work/construction zone
- 392.82DUMTDriver - Using a hand-held mobile telephone
- 393.75A3-TAOLTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS
- 393.75(a)(3)Tire-flat and/or audible air leak
- 393.75(a)Flat tire or fabric exposed
- 393.75(a)(4)Tire-cut exposing ply and/or belt material
- 383.23(a)(2)Operating a CMV without a CDL
- 383.51A-LCDLRSWDLicense (CDL) - A person required to have a CLP or CDL who is disqualified must not drive a CMV
- 383.95A-LCDLRestriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction
- 393.75A3-TAOLTISTires - All others, leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS
- 393.75A3-TFLTires - Front, leaking or inflation 50% or less than of the maximum inflation pressure
- 396.3A1-TAOCVTires - All others, in contact with a part of the vehicle
- 396.3(a)(1)Tire in contact with another part of the vehicle
- 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth
- 393.75(c)Tire-other tread depth less than 2/32 of inch measured in a major tread groove
- 393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32Tires - Less than 1/32 inch tread depth at 3 locations/2 adjacent tread grooves
- 393.100B-CCargo - Cargo not secured to prevent leaking/spilling/blowing/falling from CMV
- 393.120D-CDLMetal Coils - Improper securement of coils transported with eyes lengthwise in/on a vehicle with anchor points
- 393.207F-SDASSuspension - Deflated air suspension
- 395.8(e)False report of drivers record of duty status
- 393.207(f)Air suspension pressure loss
- 393.207A-SAPPASSuspension - Axle positioning part cracked/broken/loose/missing resulting in axle shift
- 393.9A-LSLIWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on
- 393.9A-LTSILighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle.
- 393.9TSInoperative turn signal
- 393.209D-STPALSteering - Pitman arm loose on the output shaft
- 393.11A1-LPLMWRLighting - Projecting load - Any Lamp on projecting load missing when required to be on.
- 393.209(d)Steering system components worn, welded, or missing
- 393.9B-LRLIWRLighting - Tail lamp - Both lamps on rearmost vehicle inoperative when required to be on
- 393.9(a)Inoperative Brake Lamps
- 395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed
- 395.8K2-HOSRCHOS (Manner) - Driver failed to retain a copy of each record of duty status for the previous 7 consecutive days which shall be in his/her possession and available for inspection while on duty
- 395.8A-NON-ELDNo record of duty status when one is required (ELD Not Required)
- 395.8(k)(2)Driver failing to retain previous 7 days records of duty status
- 395.8K2-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have in possession RODS for the previous seven consecutive days and available for inspection while on duty
- 393.45B2-BHTDAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply.
- 393.45D-BAALAir Brake - Audible air leak at other than a proper connection
- 396.3A1-BALRAir Brake - Fails air loss rate test
- 393.51C-BLPWAir Brake - Low pressure warning device missing/inoperative
- 393.45B2-B-AIRAir Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured
- 393.45B2UVBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle
- 393.45Brake tubing and hose adequacy
- 393.45(d)Brake connections with leaks or constrictions
- 393.45B2PCBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking - Connection to Power Unit
- 393.43No/improper breakaway or emergency braking
- 393.45UVBrake Tubing and Hose Adequacy Under Vehicle
- 393.47(b)Mis-matched brake chambers on same axle
- 393.47D1-BLTBD-SADrum Brake - Inadequate lining/pad thickness on a steering axle
- 393.51No or defective brake warning device or pressure gauge
- 393.51C-BAPGAir Brake - Inoperative/defective primary or secondary pressure gauge
- 396.3A1-BACPAir Brake - Air compressor cracked/broken/loose pulley
- 396.3A1BLBrake system pressure loss
- 393.110B3-CCargo - Insufficient tiedowns (w/o headerboard/blocking) for article(s) of cargo longer than 10 feet
- 393.75G-TAOWTires - All others, weight carried exceeds tire load limit
- 393.106D-CCargo - Insufficient aggregate working load limit for cargo transported
- 393.110B2I-CCargo - Insufficient tiedowns (w/o headerboard/blocking) for article(s) of cargo 5 feet or less and more than 1,100 lbs
- 393.106C1-CCargo - Cargo not immobilized or secured against rolling
- 393.110(b)Insufficient tiedowns to prevent forward movement for load not blocked by headerboard, bulkhead, or other cargo
- 393.110B2II-CCargo - Insufficient tiedowns (w/o headerboard/blocking) for article(s) of cargo longer than 5 feet and no more than 10 feet
- 393.70B1I-CDFWFMI-MT20Coupling - More than 20% of the fifth wheel fasteners on either side missing/ineffective
- 393.70B1I-CDMFWCoupling - Movement of the fifth wheel mounting components
- 396.3A1-DLDSUJBCBDriveline/Driveshaft - Any missing, broken or loose universal joint bearing cap bolt, bearing strap or retainer bolt
- 393.9Inoperable Required Lamp
- 396.5B-HWSLHubs - Wheel seal leaking
- 393.201A-VBFVan/OT Trailers - Broken floor with protruding freight and sagging crossmembers
- 393.205A-WRBHWheel/Rim - Cracks between two holes
- 393.205(c)Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing
- 396.5-HLHubs - Leaking hub
- 392.9A2-CCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured
- 392.9Driver may not operate a CMV without proper load securement
- 396.3(a)1BOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination
Unsafe Driving 26
- 392.2-SLLS3State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit
- 392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV
- 392.16ADDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV.
- 392.16Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV
- 392.2-SLLTCDState/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other
- 392.2LCImproper lane change
- 392.2-SLLMLState/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane
- 392.2CFailure to obey traffic control device
- 392.2-DMOVEDriver - Move over/slow law - Failure to yield right of way to authorized emergency vehicles
- 392.2-INATDriver- Inattentive or Distracted Driving
- 392.2-SLLFCState/Local Laws - Following too closely
- 392.2-SLLFYState/Local Laws - Failed to yield right of way
- 392.2-SLLILCState/Local Laws - Improper lane change
- 392.71A-DDriver - Using or equipping a CMV with a radar detector
- 392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit
- 392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation
- 392.2LVLane Restriction violation
- 392.22A-DDriver - Failed to activate hazard warning signal flashers
- 392.2-SLLFCState/Local Laws - Following too closely
- 392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit
- 392.16Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV
- 392.2-SLLCPState/Local Laws - Operate a CMV while using a cellular phone
- 392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit
- 392.2-SLLTCDState/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other
- 392.2-SLLUPState/Local Laws - Unlawfully parking /leaving vehicle on roadway
- 392.60A-DDriver - Unauthorized passenger(s) on-board a CMV
Hours of Service 25
- 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 Time
- 395.3A1-HOSPDHOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time
- 395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain
- 395.3A2-PROPDriving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle)
- 395.3A3-PROPDriving beyond 11 hour driving limit. (Property Carrying Vehicle)
- 395.8(e)(1)PCHOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS
- 395.8F01Drivers record of duty status not current
- 395.8F1-HOSMHOS (Manner) - Driver's record of duty status not current to the time shown for last change of duty status. Date and Time:
- 395.24(d)ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically
- 395.8(a)HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner
- 395.30B1-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information.
- 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.
- 395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner
- 395.24C2IIIDriver failed to manually add shipping document number
- 395.30B1Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD
- 395.22GPortable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver
- 395.8Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner)
- 395.22H1-ELDNUMHOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - No user's manual for the driver describing how to operate the ELD. (May be electronic)
- 395.22H2-ELDNISDTHOS (ELD) Driver failing to have instruction sheet describing the data transfer mechanisms supported by the ELD and step-by-step instructions for the driver to produce and transfer the driver's hours of service records to an authorized safety official
- 395.22H3-ELDMFHOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have an instruction sheet for the driver describing ELD malfunction reporting requirements and recordkeeping procedures during ELD malfunctions
- 395.22H4Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids
- 395.24C2IIDriver failed to manually add the trailer number
- 395.24C2II-ELDTNHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify CMV trailer number.
- 395.3A2HOSPRNPDriving beyond 14 hour duty period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation
- 395.3A3HOSPRNPDriving beyond 11 hour driving limit in a 14-hour period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation
Vehicle Maintenance 98
- 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 affected
- 393.207F-SLASSuspension - Leaking 3 PSI in 5 minutes
- 393.9A-LHLILighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative
- 393.9A-LBLLighting - Backup lamp inoperative
- 393.9A-LFTSILighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative
- 393.9A-LSLILighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative.
- 393.9A-HLLHLighting - Headlamp(s) fail to operate on low and high beam
- 393.9A-LHWSLighting - Hazard warning signal(s) inoperative
- 393.9A-LRLILighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative
- 393.9A-LTSIRLighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit
- 393.9HInoperable head lamps
- 393.11A1-LBLLighting - Backup lamp missing
- 393.11A1-LLighting - Lamps improper color.
- 393.11A1-LCHLLighting - Lamps improper color, height, location.
- 393.11A1-LFTSMLighting - Front - Turn signal - missing.
- 393.19Inoperative/Defective Hazard Warning Lamp
- 393.209(e)Power steering violations
- 393.25A-LLighting - Lamps (other than headlamps), not securely mounted
- 393.9TInoperable tail lamp
- 393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt
- 393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 1998
- 393.53B-BAir Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear
- 393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection
- 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.
- 396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection
- 396.3A1-BALACBrake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber
- 393.53(b)CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear
- 393.45(b)(2)Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking
- 393.48A-BIBDDrum Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle
- 393.47A-BCFSBDDrum Brake - Contaminated friction surface
- 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.
- 393.55(e)No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator Lamp for trailer manufactured after 03/01/1998
- 396.3A1-OALOther - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system.
- 393.45B2-BAir brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured
- 393.45PCBrake Tubing and Hose Adequacy - Connections to Power Unit
- 393.55(c)(1)Truck Tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 not equipped with an antilock brake system
- 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.
- 393.55D2-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 2001 for towed vehicle.
- 393.55(d)(3)No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator for towed vehicles on vehicles manufactured after February 2001
- 396.17(c)Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection
- 396.3A1BBrakes (general) Explain:
- 396.9D2-FTFFailing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report
- 393.40A-BBrake - Inadequate braking system
- 393.43D-BIPBSBrake - Inoperative or missing trailer Spring Brake
- 393.43E-BBSTBrake - Bleedback system is defective on trailer
- 393.45C-BSGAir Brake - Missing or inadequate Nonmetallic tubing spring guard
- 393.45DLPCBrake Connections with Leaks - Connection to Power Unit
- 393.45DLUVBrake Connections with Leaks Under Vehicle
- 393.47(a)Inadequate brakes for safe stopping - Brake Lining condition
- 393.47D2-BLTBDDrum Brake - Inadequate lining/pad thickness
- 393.47D2-BRMMCADAir Disc Brake - Rotor (disc) metal to metal contact
- 393.48A-BIADAir Disc Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle
- 393.48A-BMBCBDDrum Brake - Missing/broken component(s)
- 393.55(c)(2)CMV other than truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 not equipped with an antilock brake system.
- 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)
- 393.55D3-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction, trailers manufactured after March 1, 2001 unable to transmit ABS malfunction signal to towing vehicle.
- 396.9(d)(2)Failure to correct defects noted on previous inspection report
- 396.5B-LLubrication - Oil or grease leak
- 393.11A1-CSLRRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997
- 393.11No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required
- 396.5(b)Oil and/or grease leak
- 393.104F3-CCargo - Loose or unfastened tiedown
- 393.11TLTruck-Tractor lower rear mud flaps retroreflective sheeting / reflex reflective material requirements for vehicles manufactured after July 1997
- 393.106B-CCargo - Not immobilized or secured
- 393.11A1-CSURRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, upper rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997
- 393.11A1-LRRLighting - Reflex reflector(s) missing or improper
- 393.75(f)(2)Tire underinflated
- 393.81Horn inoperative
- 393.81-HHorn - Inoperative or defective
- 393.9A-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative
- 393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper
- 393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured
- 393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.
- 393.203C-CBPCab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened
- 393.95(a)No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher
- 393.9A-LCLLighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative
- 393.9A-LSMLLighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative
- 396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories
- 392.8-DDriver - Failed to inspect /use emergency equipment
- 393.203A-CBPCab and Body Parts - Door missing/broken
- 393.9A-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp inoperative
- 393.203(c)Hood not securely fastened
- 393.205C-WRAWFLMIBWheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken.
- 393.95A4-EENAEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible
- 393.9B-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) obscured
- 396.5B-HWSLIWHubs - Wheel seal leaking - inner wheel
- 393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system.
- 393.78Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers
- 393.60(d)Windshield / Windows - Tinting permits less than 70% of light transmittance
- 393.60(c)Windshield - Damaged or Discolored
- 392.2-SLLMFState/Local Laws - Wheel (mud) flaps missing or defective
- 393.104(b)Damaged securement system/tiedowns
- 393.104B-CCargo - Damaged securement devices/tiedowns
- 392.9(a)(1)Failing to secure cargo as specified in 49 CFR 393.100 through 393.142
- 392.9A-DFSLDriver - Failing to properly secure load
- 393.67C7V-FFuel - Missing/improper filler cap
- 393.83(e)Exhaust - System discharging from a truck or truck-tractor at a location other than at the rear of the cab
- 393.83(g)Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment
Driver Fitness 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.
Locations
Physical Address
THE KAPLAN TRUCKING COMPANY8777 ROCKSIDE ROAD
CLEVELAND, OH 44125
Mailing Address
Same as physical.