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Freight Carrier/shipper/broker · El Paso, TX

RUSSELL TRANSPORT INC

Name: RUSSELL TRANSPORT INC
Address: 12365 PINE SPRINGS, EL PASO, TX, 79928, US
Telephone: (915) 542-1495

12365 PINE SPRINGS · El Paso, TX 79928

AUTHORIZED FOR:

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MC #262231
USDOT #515580 USDOT Active

329
Power Units
304
Drivers
Carrier/shipper/broker
Entity Type

About this carrier

RUSSELL TRANSPORT INC is a El Paso, TX freight carrier/shipper/broker that is authorized for: in the state of Texas. This company has 329 truck(s) in their fleet and 304 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-262231 and their USDOT number is 515580.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 01/14/2025 · last updated Oct 17, 2026.

Carrier Details

Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
MCS-150 Filed 01/14/2025
MCS-150 Mileage 21,670,000 (2024)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification

Authorized for Hire

Carrier Operation

Interstate

Cargo Authorized

General Freight
Motor Vehicles

Safety Record

128 Severe Violations Updated Oct 13, 2026

Crashes (24 mo)

0
Fatal
9
Injury
6
Tow
15
Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 1.94 69 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0.48 65 Vehicle Maintenance 3.67 190 Drugs / Alcohol 0.03 2 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.1 14

Inspection Summary

723
Total
434
Clean
289
With violations

24-month window ending Sep 25, 2026

Violations Cited 170 unique codes

Critical 52

390.3(e)Prohibited from performing safety sensitive functions per 382.501(a) in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse.1× OOS×1 SW 10
392.4A-POSDriver on duty and in possession of a narcotic drug / amphetamine1× OOS×1 SW 10
392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit3× SW 10
392.2-SLLSWZState/Local Laws - Speeding work/construction zone3× SW 10
393.75A3-TAOLTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS19× OOS×19 SW 8
393.75(a)(3)Tire-flat and/or audible air leak14× OOS×14 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 ATIS6× OOS×6 SW 8
393.75(a)Flat tire or fabric exposed2× OOS×2 SW 8
383.23(a)(2)Operating a CMV without a CDL1× OOS×1 SW 8
383.95A-LCDLRestriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction1× OOS×1 SW 8
391.11B5-LNCDLNVELicense - Endorsement - Operate a CMV without proper endorsement1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75B-TFTires - Front, less than 2/32 inch tread depth1× 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 ATIS3× SW 8
393.75(c)Tire-other tread depth less than 2/32 of inch measured in a major tread groove3× SW 8
393.75(a)(2)Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation2× SW 8
393.75(a)(1)Tire-ply or belt material exposed1× SW 8
395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain13× OOS×3 SW 7
393.207F-SDASSuspension - Deflated air suspension3× OOS×3 SW 7
395.8(e)False report of drivers record of duty status4× OOS×2 SW 7
395.3A3I-HOSPDITHOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time2× OOS×2 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. Time2× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207(b)Adjustable axle locking pins missing or not engaged2× OOS×1 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× OOS×1 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× OOS×1 SW 7
393.122B-CPRPaper Rolls - Improper securement of paper rolls transported with eyes vertical in a sided vehicle1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207B-AALPME-OOSMore than 25% of the locking pins are missing or not engaged1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207F-SASMDSuspension - Air spring/bag is missing or is detached at the top or bottom.1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.9TSInoperative turn signal11× OOS×4 SW 6
393.9A-LTSILighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle.4× OOS×4 SW 6
393.9A-LSLIWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on2× OOS×2 SW 6
393.9(a)Inoperative Brake Lamps1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.45B2-BHTDAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply.10× OOS×10 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.6× OOS×3 SW 4
393.45B2PCBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking - Connection to Power Unit5× OOS×2 SW 4
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-2025-0001.2× OOS×2 SW 4
393.45Brake tubing and hose adequacy2× 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 kinking2× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45(a)Air Brake tubing improperly joined or spliced1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45B2-BHHCHydraulic Hose Abraded (Chafed)1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45UVBrake Tubing and Hose Adequacy Under Vehicle1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1-BALRAir Brake - Fails air loss rate test1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.70B1IDefective latching fasteners - Fasteners on either side of the vehicle are missing or ineffective1× OOS×1 SW 3
393.75G-TAOWTires - All others, weight carried exceeds tire load limit1× OOS×1 SW 3
393.9Inoperable Required Lamp13× OOS×4 SW 2
391.41B10-MCMedical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial vehicle without corrective lenses or hearing aid as indicated on the driver's medical certificate4× OOS×4 SW 2
396.5B-HWSLHubs - Wheel seal leaking4× OOS×4 SW 2
393.205C-WRAWFLMIBWheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken.2× OOS×1 SW 2
393.205A-WRBHWheel/Rim - Cracks between stud holes/hand holes1× OOS×1 SW 2
393.205C-WRWheel/Rim - Wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken.1× 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
396.3(a)1BOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination9× OOS×9 SW 0

Hours of Service 30

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 minutes6× 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 Time5× 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 Time4× SW 7
395.8E1-HOSPVIDHOS (Passenger) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain1× SW 7
395.8(e)(1)PCHOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS1× SW 7
395.8E-HOSPCDOOSHOS (Property) - Co-driver produces a false record of duty status with an apparent attempt to conceal hours. Explain1× SW 7
395.20BELDNVHOS (ELD) - The ELD display screen is not viewable by an authorized official without entering the CMV3× SW 5
395.32B-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failed to review any unassigned driving time when prompted by the ELD3× SW 5
395.32BDriver failed to assume or decline unassigned driving time1× SW 5
395.34A1-ELDDFNHOS (ELD) - Driver failed to note the malfunction of the ELD and provide written notice of the malfunction to the motor carrier within 24 hours1× SW 5
395.8F01Drivers record of duty status not current1× SW 5
395.8(f)(1)Driver’s record of duty status not current1× SW 5
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 carrier3× SW 3
395.24(d)ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically2× SW 3
395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner11× SW 1
395.30B1-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information.7× 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.5× SW 1
395.24C2IIDriver failed to manually add the trailer number4× SW 1
395.22H1Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual2× SW 1
395.22H2Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet2× SW 1
395.22H4Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids2× SW 1
395.24C2IIIDriver failed to manually add shipping document number2× SW 1
395.26(b)Motor carrier failed to ensure that the ELD automatically recorded the required data elements.2× SW 1
395.3A3HOSPRNPDriving beyond 11 hour driving limit in a 14-hour period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation2× 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
395.22H3Driver failed to maintain instruction sheet for ELD malfunction reporting requirements1× SW 1
395.30B1Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD1× SW 1
395.3A2HOSPRNPDriving beyond 14 hour duty period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation1× SW 1
395.3A2-PROPNDriving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation1× SW 1

Unsafe Driving 17

392.2-SLLS3State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit5× SW 7
392.16Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV3× SW 7
392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV3× SW 7
392.16B-CPASSCo-Driver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a property-carrying CMV.2× 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
392.2CFailure to obey traffic control device13× SW 5
392.2-SLLTCDState/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other12× SW 5
392.2-INATDriver- Inattentive or Distracted Driving2× SW 5
392.2LCImproper lane change1× SW 5
392.2-SLLFCState/Local Laws - Following too closely1× SW 5
392.2-SLLILCState/Local Laws - Improper lane change1× SW 5
392.2-SLLITState/Local Laws - Improper turns1× SW 5
392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit7× SW 4
392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation8× SW 3
392.22A-DDriver - Failed to activate hazard warning signal flashers5× SW 1
392.2-SLLUPState/Local Laws - Unlawfully parking /leaving vehicle on roadway1× SW 1

Vehicle Maintenance 71

393.207F-SLASSuspension - Leaking 3 PSI in 5 minutes2× SW 7
393.9A-LRLILighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative5× SW 6
393.9A-LSLILighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative.5× SW 6
393.9A-LHLILighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative4× SW 6
393.9A-LTSIRLighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit4× SW 6
393.9HInoperable head lamps4× 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
393.9B-LRLOLighting - Tail lamp - Any obstructed.2× SW 6
393.9TInoperable tail lamp2× SW 6
393.11A1-LHLMLighting - Headlamp(s) - Any missing1× SW 6
393.209E-SPSLASteering - Power steering leaking anywhere.1× SW 6
393.25A-LLighting - Lamps (other than headlamps), not securely mounted1× SW 6
393.25(b)Lamps are not visible as required1× SW 6
393.25(f)Stop lamp violations1× SW 6
393.9B-LHWSLighting - Hazard warning signal(s) obscured1× SW 6
393.9B-LSLOLighting - Stop lamps - Any obscured1× SW 6
393.9B-LTSONRLighting - Turn signal - Any obscured not on the rearmost vehicle.1× SW 6
396.3A1-STLNSteering - Loose nuts on tie rods/pitman arm/drag link/steering arm/tie rod1× SW 6
393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt25× SW 4
393.45B2-B-AIRAir Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured15× 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 wear11× SW 4
393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 19989× SW 4
393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection7× SW 4
393.45B2UVBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle5× SW 4
393.55(e)No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator Lamp for trailer manufactured after 03/01/19984× SW 4
393.55D2-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 2001 for towed vehicle.3× SW 4
396.17(c)Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection3× SW 4
396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection3× SW 4
396.3A1-ALBVAir Brake - Any leak from a brake valve3× SW 4
393.45DLUVBrake Connections with Leaks Under Vehicle2× SW 4
393.48(a)Inoperative/defective brakes2× 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
393.45(d)Brake connections with leaks or constrictions1× SW 4
393.45DLPCBrake Connections with Leaks - Connection to Power Unit1× SW 4
393.47A-BCFSBDDrum Brake - Contaminated friction surface1× SW 4
393.47A-BCLMBDDrum Brake - Cracked/loose/missing lining/pad1× 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
393.55C2-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.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
396.3A1-BALACBrake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber1× SW 4
396.3A1-OALOther - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system.1× SW 4
393.11A1-CSLRRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19973× SW 3
393.30-BBattery - Not protected3× SW 3
396.5B-LLubrication - Oil or grease leak3× SW 3
393.11No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required2× SW 3
393.11TLTruck-Tractor lower rear mud flaps retroreflective sheeting / reflex reflective material requirements for vehicles manufactured after July 19972× SW 3
393.71(k)Lower saddle-mount - Missing Fasteners, loose, cracked, or excessive movement1× SW 3
396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories12× SW 2
393.95(a)No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher11× SW 2
393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured8× SW 2
393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper3× SW 2
393.205(c)Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing2× SW 2
393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.2× SW 2
392.2SLSNCState/Local Laws - CMV snow chains required1× SW 2
393.201(a)Frame cracked / loose / sagging / broken1× SW 2
393.201A-FRCLSFrame - Cracked/loose/sagging/broken frame or chassis1× SW 2
393.95(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).1× SW 2
393.9A-LCLLighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative1× SW 2
393.9A-LSMLLighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative1× SW 2
396.5B-HLIWHubs - Oil and/or Grease Leaking from hub - inner wheel1× SW 2
396.5B-HWSLIWHubs - Wheel seal leaking - inner wheel1× SW 2
393.60(c)Windshield - Damaged or Discolored2× SW 1
393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system.2× SW 1
393.100C-CCargo - Cargo not secured against shifting1× SW 1
393.60EWSWindshield - Obstructed1× SW 1
393.67C7V-FFuel - Missing/improper filler cap1× SW 1
393.78Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers1× SW 1
393.83(g)Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment1× SW 1

Locations

Physical Address

RUSSELL TRANSPORT INC
12365 PINE SPRINGS
EL PASO, TX 79928

Mailing Address

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RUSSELL TRANSPORT INC

About this carrier

Carrier Details

Authority & Operations

Cargo Authorized

Operating Territory

Crashes (24 mo)

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

Inspection Summary

Violations Cited 170 unique codes

Critical 52

Hours of Service 30

Unsafe Driving 17

Vehicle Maintenance 71

Locations

Location on Map

Related Companies

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Same phone number 1

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