HaulerCheck · https://haulercheck.com/carrier/92818-howard-sheppard-llc/ · Checked 2026-10-19 18:43 UTC · Census and inspections Oct 19, 2026 · Authority and insurance: FMCSA Motus · Oct 19, 2026
HOWARD SHEPPARD LLC
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.
- Phone number shared with 7 other companiesNormal for dispatch services and related companies, but confirm who you are talking to.
- Vehicle out-of-service rate well above the state average50.0% vs Georgia average 22.6%.
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 MC133920.
- 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) | MC133920 | — | Hudson Insurance Company Policy HMB200145 · BMC-82 | $1,000,000 | Jun 1, 2021 | Active |
| Liability (BI&PD) | MC133920 | — | Hudson Insurance Company Policy HMB200145 · BMC-82 | $75,000 | Jun 1, 2023 | Active |
Source: FMCSA Motus · Oct 19, 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 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026
3 of 6 · Georgia avg 22.6%
0 of 22 · Georgia avg 7.2%
10 most recent inspections
| Date | State | Level | Violations | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 18, 2026 | GA | 3 | 1 | No |
| Jun 18, 2026 | GA | 3 | 1 | No |
| May 4, 2026 | GA | 3 | 0 | No |
| Apr 27, 2026 | GA | 3 | 1 | No |
| Apr 8, 2026 | GA | 2 | 3 | No |
| Apr 2, 2026 | GA | 3 | 0 | No |
| Dec 11, 2025 | GA | 2 | 3 | Yes |
| Dec 4, 2025 | SC | 3 | 0 | No |
| Oct 8, 2025 | GA | 3 | 1 | No |
| Oct 8, 2025 | GA | 3 | 1 | No |
How these rates are calculated
Period: Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 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 65,448 vehicle and 121,709 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
20 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 26 violations above?
The inspections section's number counts every violation written on the inspection reports in our Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 10 | 0 | 50.0% | 18.6% |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 10 | 4 | 50.0% | 59.3% |
10 most frequent violations
| Violation | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|
| State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit Speeding 2 · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLS2 | 3 | 0 |
| Cargo - Cargo not secured to prevent leaking/spilling/blowing/falling from CMV Improper Load Securement · Vehicle Maintenance · code 393100BC | 2 | 2 |
| State/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g. safety official signal sign light lane marking other Dangerous Driving · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLTCD | 2 | 0 |
| State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit Speeding 4 · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLS4 | 2 | 0 |
| Lighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on Lighting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939ALSLIWR | 1 | 1 |
| Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS Tires · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39375A3TAOL | 1 | 1 |
| State/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation Misc Violations · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLLR | 1 | 0 |
| Driver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV. Seat Belt · Unsafe Driving · code 39216AD | 1 | 0 |
| State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit Speeding 3 · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLS3 | 1 | 0 |
| Lighting - Headlamp(s) fail to operate on low and high beam Lighting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939AHLLH | 1 | 0 |
Source: FMCSA SMS violation file, inspections in the last 24 months, published Oct 19, 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 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026
8 most recent crashes
| Date | Location | Fatalities | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 8, 2026 | GA | 0 | 0 |
| Apr 2, 2026 | GA | 0 | 2 |
| Oct 24, 2025 | Macon, GA | 0 | 0 |
| Sep 8, 2025 | Not Reported, GA | 0 | 0 |
| Sep 3, 2025 | Stapleton, GA | 0 | 2 |
| Jun 3, 2025 | Unknown, GA | 0 | 0 |
| Mar 13, 2025 | GA | 0 | 0 |
| Nov 12, 2024 | GA | 0 | 3 |
Reportable crashes do not imply the carrier was at fault.
Company details FMCSA census · Oct 19, 2026
| USDOT number | 92818 |
|---|---|
| MC / docket | MC133920 |
| Legal name | HOWARD SHEPPARD LLC |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Power units | 125 |
| Drivers | 125 |
| Annual mileage | 7,285,605 (2025) |
| Hazmat | Yes |
| Safety rating | Satisfactory (Dec 7, 2009) |
| USDOT number added | Jun 1, 1974 · 52 years ago |
| Last MCS-150 update | May 12, 2026 |
Cargo carried
General FreightHousehold GoodsMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsLiquids/GasesIntermodal ContainersGrain, Feed, HayMeatChemicalsCommodities Dry BulkRefrigerated FoodBeveragesPaper ProductsUtilitiesAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstructionOtherCrude Kaolin
Change history since Oct 18, 2026
4 changes
| Date | What changed | Before | After |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 19, 2026 | Insurance filing | — | Liability (BI&PD) Hudson Insurance Company 75000 |
| Oct 19, 2026 | Insurance filing | — | Liability (BI&PD) Hudson Insurance Company 1000000 |
| Oct 19, 2026 | Insurance filing | Surety Bond Hudson Insurance Company 75000 | No longer on file |
| Oct 19, 2026 | Insurance filing | Surety Bond Hudson Insurance Company 1000000 | No longer on file |
Changes we detected between daily FMCSA data refreshes.
Questions about HOWARD SHEPPARD LLC
What does HOWARD SHEPPARD LLC's operating authority allow?
MC133920: Motor carrier (may haul regulated property for hire).
Which information about HOWARD SHEPPARD 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 LLC?
Confirm the authority and insurance on the Motus record for USDOT 92818. 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 MC133920, 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
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HOWARD SHEPPARD CONTAINER SERVICES LLC Review Carrier |
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Sandersville, GA | 3002183 | MC24679 | 155 | Active Current · Motus |
| HSI LOGISTICS LLC Review Carrier |
Sandersville, GA | 2157644 | MC749969 | 40 | Active Current · Motus |
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Sandersville, GA | 3538695 | MC1180674 | 30 | Active Current · Motus |
| HSI JAX LLC Review Carrier |
Sandersville, GA | 2794217 | MC934323 | 20 | Active Current · Motus |
| HSI BROKERAGE LLC Review Broker |
Sandersville, GA | 2340636 | MC797649 | — | Active Last known · May 14, 2026 |
| HOWARD SHEPPARD PROJECT GROUP LLC High risk 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 19, 2026). Inspections and crashes from FMCSA MCMIS files. About our data · Report an error on this page (how corrections work).
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