HaulerCheck · https://haulercheck.com/carrier/3002183-howard-sheppard-bulk-llc/ · Checked 2026-10-19 08:46 UTC · Census and inspections Oct 18, 2026 · Authority and insurance: FMCSA Motus · Oct 18, 2026
HOWARD SHEPPARD BULK LLC
Review before booking · 1 signal
How risk signals workFacts from the FMCSA record that call for a closer look. They are not a finding of wrongdoing.
- Phone number shared with 7 other companiesNormal for dispatch services and related companies, but confirm who you are talking to.
No cargo cover filed with FMCSA
Green means the FMCSA record shows it. It does not confirm who you are talking to, or that a policy covers your specific load.
What to verify next
- Confirm authority and insurance on the official Motus record ↗. Safety record: SAFER ↗.
- Call back on the number on file, (478) 552-5127, not a number from an email or load board.
- Check that the MC number you were given is MC24679.
- Ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
Insurance on file
Liability (BI&PD) pays for injury and damage to other people and property; it does not cover the freight. Cargo insurance covers the freight. FMCSA only requires cargo filings from household goods carriers and freight forwarders, so most carriers file none: ask for a cargo certificate that fits your load. No cargo cover filed with FMCSA.
| Type | Docket | Layer | Insurer | Coverage | Effective | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surety Bond | MC24679 | — | Hudson Insurance Company Policy HMB200145 · BMC-82 | $1,000,000 | Jun 1, 2021 | Active |
Source: FMCSA Motus · Oct 18, 2026. Identical filings repeated in the FMCSA data are shown once; a filing listed under two dockets is one policy, not extra coverage. Coverage is the maximum amount filed with FMCSA, not the full policy.
Confirm current filings: Motus record ↗ and ask the insurer for a certificate naming you as holder.
Roadside inspections Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026
37 of 307 · Georgia avg 22.6%
0 of 345 · Georgia avg 7.2%
10 most recent inspections
| Date | State | Level | Violations | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2026 | GA | 1 | 0 | No |
| Oct 7, 2026 | US | 1 | 0 | No |
| Oct 6, 2026 | US | 1 | 0 | No |
| Oct 5, 2026 | NC | 1 | 0 | No |
| Oct 5, 2026 | GA | 1 | 0 | No |
| Oct 2, 2026 | NC | 1 | 0 | No |
| Sep 29, 2026 | SC | 1 | 1 | No |
| Sep 29, 2026 | GA | 2 | 0 | No |
| Sep 29, 2026 | GA | 2 | 0 | No |
| Sep 28, 2026 | GA | 1 | 1 | No |
How these rates are calculated
Period: Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026. Vehicle rate = vehicle inspections with a vehicle out-of-service order ÷ vehicle inspections (levels 1, 2, 5 and 6). Driver rate uses levels 1, 2, 3 and 6. The Georgia average covers 65,409 vehicle and 121,643 driver inspections of all Georgia-based carriers in this period. It mixes every type of operation, so compare with care; rates based on a handful of inspections say little. FMCSA's own SMS measures are weighted differently: SMS profile ↗ · SAFER snapshot ↗
Violations in FMCSA's SMS last 24 months
148 violations counted in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS), 42 of them serious enough to put the driver or vehicle out of service.
Why is this different from the 180 violations above?
The inspections section's number counts every violation written on the inspection reports in our Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026 window. The SMS count comes from FMCSA's own monthly SMS snapshot, which uses its own 24-month window and only the violations it scores. Both are FMCSA figures; they measure different things.
| Category (FMCSA BASIC) | Violations | Out of service | Share | Georgia share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 110 | 40 | 74.3% | 59.3% |
| Hazardous Materials Compliance | 17 | 2 | 11.5% | 0.4% |
| Unsafe Driving | 11 | 0 | 7.4% | 18.6% |
| Hours-of-Service Compliance | 10 | 0 | 6.8% | 15.6% |
10 most frequent violations
| Violation | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|
| Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39345B2BAIR | 10 | 0 |
| Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39345DB | 10 | 0 |
| Lighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on Lighting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939ALSLIWR | 8 | 8 |
| Tires - All others leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS Tires · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39375A3TAOLTIS | 7 | 7 |
| Lighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle. Lighting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939ALTSI | 5 | 5 |
| HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner Other Log/Form & Manner · Hours-of-Service Compliance · code 39524 | 4 | 0 |
| State/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation Misc Violations · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLLR | 4 | 0 |
| Lighting - Hazard warning signal(s) inoperative Lighting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939ALHWS | 4 | 0 |
| Lighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative. Lighting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939ALSLI | 4 | 0 |
| Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth Tires · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39375CTAOTDLT232 | 4 | 0 |
Source: FMCSA SMS violation file, inspections in the last 24 months, published Oct 18, 2026. "Share" is this company's mix of violations; the Georgia column is the mix across all Georgia-based carriers, so you can see which kinds of problems stand out. A high count partly reflects fleet size and how often trucks are inspected.
Crashes Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026
10 most recent crashes
| Date | Location | Fatalities | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 30, 2026 | Rural, LA | 0 | 0 |
| Apr 16, 2026 | Rural Autauga, AL | 0 | 0 |
| Mar 18, 2026 | Rural Montgomery, AL | 0 | 0 |
| Dec 2, 2025 | Blackshear, GA | 0 | 1 |
| Aug 7, 2025 | Macon, GA | 0 | 0 |
| Jul 28, 2025 | Not Reported, GA | 0 | 0 |
| Jul 18, 2025 | Moncks Corner, SC | 0 | 0 |
| Jul 16, 2025 | Charleston, SC | 0 | 1 |
| Jun 9, 2025 | Cheraw, SC | 0 | 1 |
| Mar 19, 2025 | Savannah, GA | 0 | 0 |
Reportable crashes do not imply the carrier was at fault.
Company details FMCSA census · Oct 18, 2026
| USDOT number | 3002183 |
|---|---|
| MC / docket | MC24679 |
| Legal name | HOWARD SHEPPARD BULK LLC |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Power units | 155 |
| Drivers | 155 |
| Annual mileage | 11,674,041 (2025) |
| Hazmat | Yes |
| Safety rating | Satisfactory (Aug 2, 2023) |
| USDOT number added | Apr 28, 2017 · 9 years ago |
| Last MCS-150 update | May 11, 2026 |
Cargo carried
General FreightHousehold GoodsMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsLiquids/GasesIntermodal ContainersOilfield EquipmentGrain, Feed, HayMeatChemicalsCommodities Dry BulkRefrigerated FoodPaper ProductsUtilitiesAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstructionOtherOther
Questions about HOWARD SHEPPARD BULK LLC
What does HOWARD SHEPPARD BULK LLC's operating authority allow?
MC24679: Motor carrier (may haul regulated property for hire).
Which information about HOWARD SHEPPARD BULK LLC is old or missing?
Nothing notable: authority and insurance come from current Motus data and there is enough inspection history to compare.
What should I verify before booking HOWARD SHEPPARD BULK LLC?
Confirm the authority and insurance on the Motus record for USDOT 3002183. Call the company back on the phone number on file, (478) 552-5127, not a number from an email or load board message. Check that the MC number the dispatcher gave you matches MC24679, and ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
Other companies using (478) 552-5127
A shared number is common for related companies, dispatch services and family businesses. It is not proof of fraud, but it is worth knowing which company you are dealing with.
7 companies
| Company | Location | USDOT | Docket | Trucks | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOWARD SHEPPARD CONTAINER SERVICES LLC Carrier |
Sandersville, GA | 3001601 | MC24388 | 175 | Active Current · Motus |
| HOWARD SHEPPARD LLC Carrier |
Sandersville, GA | 92818 | MC133920 | 125 | Active Current · Motus |
| HSI LOGISTICS LLC Carrier |
Sandersville, GA | 2157644 | MC749969 | 40 | Active Current · Motus |
| HSC LOGISTICS LLC Carrier |
Sandersville, GA | 3538695 | MC1180674 | 30 | Active Current · Motus |
| HSI JAX LLC Carrier |
Sandersville, GA | 2794217 | MC934323 | 20 | Active Current · Motus |
| HSI BROKERAGE LLC Broker |
Sandersville, GA | 2340636 | MC797649 | — | Active Last known · May 14, 2026 |
| HOWARD SHEPPARD PROJECT GROUP LLC Carrier |
Sandersville, GA | 3698864 | MC1293403 | 0 | Inactive Last known · May 14, 2026 |
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Company details from the FMCSA Company Census File (Oct 18, 2026). Inspections and crashes from FMCSA MCMIS files. About our data · Report an error on this page (how corrections work).
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