HaulerCheck · https://haulercheck.com/carrier/85027-hd-sonic-drilling-inc/ · Checked 2026-10-19 08:19 UTC · Census and inspections Oct 18, 2026 · Authority and insurance: FMCSA Motus · Oct 18, 2026
HD SONIC DRILLING INC
Review before booking · 2 signals
How risk signals workFacts from the FMCSA record that call for a closer look. They are not a finding of wrongdoing.
- Conditional FMCSA safety ratingRated Feb 21, 1989. FMCSA found safety controls that needed correcting.
- Vehicle out-of-service rate well above the state average40.0% vs Ohio average 21.7%.
- Registration (MCS-150) last updated 2 years agoFleet size and contact details on the registration may be out of date.
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, (330) 426-9507, not a number from an email or load board.
- Check that the MC number you were given is MC81059748.
- 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liability (BI&PD) | MC81059748 | — | Arch Insurance Company Policy ZACAT9274805 · BMC-91X | $1,000,000 | Jun 1, 2026 | 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
2 of 5 · Ohio avg 21.7%
1 of 6 · Ohio avg 5.2%
6 most recent inspections
| Date | State | Level | Violations | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 13, 2026 | PA | 1 | 4 | Yes |
| Dec 3, 2025 | PA | 1 | 4 | Yes |
| Aug 13, 2025 | WV | 1 | 3 | Yes |
| Jun 24, 2025 | PA | 3 | 0 | No |
| Nov 19, 2024 | TN | 1 | 0 | No |
| Nov 1, 2024 | AL | 1 | 3 | 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 Ohio average covers 110,435 vehicle and 182,117 driver inspections of all Ohio-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
13 violations counted in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS), 4 of them serious enough to put the driver or vehicle out of service.
Why is this different from the 14 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 | Ohio share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 8 | 3 | 61.5% | 63.0% |
| Driver Fitness | 2 | 1 | 15.4% | 4.1% |
| Unsafe Driving | 2 | 0 | 15.4% | 18.5% |
| Hours-of-Service Compliance | 1 | 0 | 7.7% | 13.4% |
10 most frequent violations
| Violation | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|
| License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL License-related: High · Driver Fitness · code 38323A2LCDLN | 1 | 1 |
| Brake - Missing or inoperable breakaway braking system on a trailer(s) or converter dolly Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39343DB | 1 | 1 |
| Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured General Securement · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3929A2C | 1 | 1 |
| Tires - All others has more than one ply exposed in the tread area exceeding 2 square inches. Tires · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39375A1TAORETA | 1 | 1 |
| Operating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate - no previous history Medical Certificate · Driver Fitness · code 39141A1NPH | 1 | 0 |
| HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain False Log · Hours-of-Service Compliance · code 3958EHOSPD | 1 | 0 |
| State/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation Misc Violations · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLLR | 1 | 0 |
| Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV Seat Belt · Unsafe Driving · code 39216 | 1 | 0 |
| Lighting - License plate lamp inoperative Clearance Identification Lamps/Other · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939ALLPL | 1 | 0 |
| Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection Inspection Reports · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39617C | 1 | 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 Ohio column is the mix across all Ohio-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
No reportable crashes in this period.
Company details FMCSA census · Oct 18, 2026
| USDOT number | 85027 |
|---|---|
| MC / docket | MC81059748 |
| Legal name | HD SONIC DRILLING INC |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Power units | 14 |
| Drivers | 8 |
| Annual mileage | 102,796 (2023) |
| Hazmat | Yes |
| Safety rating | Conditional (Feb 21, 1989) |
| USDOT number added | Jun 1, 1974 · 52 years ago |
| Last MCS-150 update | May 9, 2024 |
Cargo carried
General FreightDrive/Tow AwayMachinery, Large ObjectsOilfield EquipmentWater Well
Questions about HD SONIC DRILLING INC
What does HD SONIC DRILLING INC's operating authority allow?
MC81059748: Motor carrier (may haul regulated property for hire).
Which information about HD SONIC DRILLING INC is old or missing?
The MCS-150 was last updated May 9, 2024, so fleet size and contact details may be out of date.
What should I verify before booking HD SONIC DRILLING INC?
Confirm the authority and insurance on the Motus record for USDOT 85027. Call the company back on the phone number on file, (330) 426-9507, not a number from an email or load board message. Check that the MC number the dispatcher gave you matches MC81059748, and ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
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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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