DAVID MONTES
AUTHORIZEDDBA: DM EXPRESS
USDOT
1248456
MC Number
490078
Fleet Size
1
Total Drivers
1
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
DAVID MONTES is a small interstate motor carrier based in HESPERIA, California, operating 1 power unit with 1 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 5 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in California is 8.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 22.4% across 312,857 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
5
Total
56%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. — eff. Nov 20, 2022
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is DAVID MONTES authorized to operate?
Yes. DAVID MONTES (USDOT #1248456) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is DAVID MONTES's safety record?
DAVID MONTES has 5 inspections on file and no crashes on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does DAVID MONTES operate?
DAVID MONTES operates 1 power unit with 1 driver on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does DAVID MONTES transport hazardous materials?
No. DAVID MONTES does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is DAVID MONTES located?
DAVID MONTES is based in HESPERIA, California at 17009 DEODAR STREET, 92345. Phone: (760) 220-6731.
What are DAVID MONTES's out-of-service rates?
DAVID MONTES's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 25.0% (national average: 20.72%).