What is MC number 474517?

MC number 474517 is assigned to Ernest Tijerina Iii, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 654870.

Is Ernest Tijerina Iii Safe? DOT 654870 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Ernest Tijerina Iii?

Ernest Tijerina Iii has a safety rating of "Conditional" as of February 11, 2012, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Ernest Tijerina Iii had?

Ernest Tijerina Iii has recorded 13 total inspections, with 3 out-of-service orders.

Q: Where is Ernest Tijerina Iii located?

Ernest Tijerina Iii is headquartered at 1300 W Brady, Clovis, NM 88101.

This carrier is active with a Conditional safety rating and no crashes reported.

Ernest Tijerina Iii is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 654870. The company operates from Clovis, NM and maintains an active operating status with 5 power units and 4 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

⚠ Conditional

Rated: February 11, 2012

Ernest Tijerina Iii holds a "Conditional" safety rating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This rating indicates that some safety deficiencies were found during the most recent compliance review conducted by FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

13 inspections — relatively low volume, which may indicate a smaller or newer carrier.

OOS Rate23.08%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 23.1% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

✅No crashes reported (FMCSA data)

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

Higher = more risk · FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories

0.8

Unsafe Driving

Measures violations related to speeding, reckless driving, and improper lane changes.

0.0

HOS Compliance

Tracks hours-of-service violations, including driving beyond legal limits without rest.

1.7

Driver Fitness

Reflects issues with driver qualifications, licenses, and medical certifications.

0.0

Controlled Substances

Captures drug and alcohol violations, including failed or refused tests.

8.1

Vehicle Maintenance

Reflects brake, tire, lighting, and other equipment-related inspection violations.

Scores above 65 (general freight) or 50 (passenger/hazmat) trigger an FMCSA Alert. Higher scores indicate more safety risk. National median is approximately 20–30 for active carriers.

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Carrier Insight

Ernest Tijerina Iii is a small motor carrier operating in New Mexico. With 13 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 23.1%, which exceeds the national average of approximately 21%. No crashes have been reported in FMCSA records, which is a positive indicator for shippers and brokers evaluating this carrier.

A Conditional rating from the FMCSA indicates that Ernest Tijerina Iii has some safety deficiencies that need to be addressed. Shippers and brokers should review the BASICS scores carefully.

The company operates 5 power units and employs 4 drivers. This is a small carrier operation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 654870?

USDOT number 654870 is assigned to Ernest Tijerina Iii, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Clovis, NM.

What is the safety rating of Ernest Tijerina Iii?

Ernest Tijerina Iii has a safety rating of Conditional as of February 11, 2012.

How many inspections has Ernest Tijerina Iii had?

Ernest Tijerina Iii has recorded 13 total inspections with 3 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 23.08%.

Where is Ernest Tijerina Iii located?

Ernest Tijerina Iii is headquartered at 1300 W Brady, Clovis, NM 88101.

What does "Not Rated" mean?

"Not Rated" means the FMCSA has not conducted a formal compliance review for this carrier. It does not indicate a safety problem — many active carriers operate without a formal rating.

Is zero crashes always a good sign?

Generally yes, but context matters. A carrier with zero crashes and very few inspections may simply have limited road exposure. Always review crash data alongside inspection volume and fleet size.

What is a normal OOS rate?

The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is approximately 21%. Driver OOS averages around 5%. Rates significantly above these thresholds may indicate recurring compliance issues.

How often is FMCSA data updated?

FMCSA publishes updated carrier data monthly. This page reflects the most recent available snapshot, updated on the date shown above.

What is the MC number for Ernest Tijerina Iii?

The MC number for Ernest Tijerina Iii is MC# 474517. The MC number is issued by the FMCSA and authorizes carriers to operate in interstate commerce.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 654870 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Ernest Tijerina Iii (DOT# 654870 · MC# 474517) – FMCSA Carrier Profile