JOHN RAYMOND PALAFAX JR
AUTHORIZEDDBA: PALAFAX TRUCKING
USDOT
1460237
MC Number
551647
Fleet Size
1
Total Drivers
1
Last updated: March 11, 2026
Safety overview
JOHN RAYMOND PALAFAX JR is a small interstate motor carrier based in MERCED, California, operating 1 power unit with 1 drivers. All 5 BASIC scores sit well below FMCSA intervention thresholds, which is a good sign for anyone vetting this carrier. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 1 inspection for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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 22.3% across 311,254 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
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
1
Total
50%
Driver %
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is JOHN RAYMOND PALAFAX JR authorized to operate?
Yes. JOHN RAYMOND PALAFAX JR (USDOT #1460237) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is JOHN RAYMOND PALAFAX JR's safety record?
Based on FMCSA data, JOHN RAYMOND PALAFAX JR has no BASIC scores above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. They haven't received a formal FMCSA safety rating. No crashes on record.
How many trucks does JOHN RAYMOND PALAFAX JR operate?
JOHN RAYMOND PALAFAX JR operates 1 power unit with 1 driver on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does JOHN RAYMOND PALAFAX JR transport hazardous materials?
No. JOHN RAYMOND PALAFAX JR does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is JOHN RAYMOND PALAFAX JR located?
JOHN RAYMOND PALAFAX JR is based in MERCED, California at 1490 BREEZEWAY CT, 95348. Phone: (209) 769-4549.
What are JOHN RAYMOND PALAFAX JR's out-of-service rates?
JOHN RAYMOND PALAFAX JR'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 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.