Niagara Distributors INC
Hollywood, FL
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
8
Power Units
8
Drivers
Est. 2003 (23 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
NIAGARA DISTRIBUTORS INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since June 2003. Based in HOLLYWOOD, FL, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles) and interstate (within 100 miles) and intrastate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Reefer and Hopper / Grain.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Niagara Distributors INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 2 | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Tractors | 0 | 6 | 0 | 6 |
| Trailers | 9 | 0 | 0 | 9 |
Fleet Size Classification: 6-10 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Niagara Distributors INC is authorized to transport the following 5 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 8
MCS-150 Mileage: 51,548 miles (2023)
Driver Information
8
Total Drivers
8
CDL Drivers
7
Interstate Drivers
1
Intrastate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by NIAGARA DISTRIBUTORS INC
8 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Jan 20, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Freightliner, Great Dane Trailers, Utility Trailer Manufacturer. Equipment breakdown: 4 TRUCK TRACTOR, 4 SEMI-TRAILER. Critical out-of-service rate. More than 1 in 4 inspections is finding park-it issues. FMCSA intervention is likely. No open NHTSA recalls identified on vehicles in this fleet. (Last cross-reference: Jul 2026.) Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (2 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 4 | 50% |
| SEMI-TRAILER | 4 | 50% |
Vehicle makes (3 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 4 | 50% |
| Great Dane Trailers | 2 | 25% |
| Utility Trailer Manufacturer | 2 | 25% |
License plates on file (8 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3420304 | IN | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | Jan 2026 |
| 5776CL | FL | GDAN SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Jan 2026 |
| QB94CI | FL | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 4 | Jan 2026 |
| AF42DP | FL | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Nov 2025 |
| 3401426 | IN | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Jan 2025 |
| 8808CI | FL | UTILITY TR SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Jan 2025 |
| AG43GU | FL | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Jul 2024 |
| QA87YM | FL | ASHBY BROT SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Jul 2024 |
Plate registrations span 2 states: FL (6) · IN (2)
Recent active vehicles (8 shown)
Fleet data is aggregated from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling window). Vehicles inspected under this carrier's DOT number are listed. A VIN can appear under multiple carriers over its lifetime if leased, sold, or operated by different fleets at different times. For VIN-specific recall service status, verify directly with the OEM dealer or NHTSA.gov/recalls.
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Safety Performance
Average
Near national average
O Trucking Safety Grade
7
Inspections
24 months
39
Violations
Total found
2
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.4%)
✗ Worse than national average (+6.9%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/20/2026 | FL | Full | 21 | ✓ |
| 01/15/2026 | FL | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 11/13/2025 | FL | Driver Only | 3 | 1 |
| 11/06/2025 | FL | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 01/09/2025 | FL | Walk-Around | 6 | 1 |
| 07/17/2024 | FL | Walk-Around | 2 | ✓ |
| 07/17/2024 | FL | Walk-Around | 6 | ✓ |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
No active insurance policies found on file for this carrier.
Check FMCSA Insurance Database →View Insurance History (6 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | AQ1YFL003655-01 | 10/03/2024 | 11/07/2024 | CANCEL | |
| ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | ISAH25290112 | 06/18/2020 | 11/01/2020 | TERM/CANCL | |
| CLEAR BLUE INSURANCE COMPANY | AQ1YFL003655-00 | 10/03/2023 | 10/03/2024 | CANCEL | |
| CONTINENTAL DIVIDE INSURANCE COMPANY | 05TRM048405-01 | 10/03/2022 | 10/03/2023 | CANCEL | |
| ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | ISAH25307756 | 10/01/2020 | 10/03/2022 | TERM/REPL | |
| ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | ISAH25290112 | 06/18/2020 | 10/01/2020 | TERM/REPL |
Insurance data sourced from FMCSA. Updated daily. Verify on FMCSA →
Recent Changes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does NIAGARA DISTRIBUTORS INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, NIAGARA DISTRIBUTORS INC is inferred to operate: Reefer and Hopper / Grain.
Is NIAGARA DISTRIBUTORS INC's authority currently active?
NIAGARA DISTRIBUTORS INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has NIAGARA DISTRIBUTORS INC been in business?
NIAGARA DISTRIBUTORS INC has been registered with the FMCSA since June 2003, making their authority approximately 23 years old.
Where is NIAGARA DISTRIBUTORS INC located?
NIAGARA DISTRIBUTORS INC is physically located at 3701 N 29TH AVE, HOLLYWOOD, FL 33020.
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Roadside Inspection History 7 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
NIAGARA DISTRIBUTORS INC has been inspected 7 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in FL. Out of these, 2 inspections (about 29%) resulted in an out-of-service order — meaning the truck or driver was held until a violation was fixed. The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is roughly 21%. The most frequently cited violation is 393.9A-LSML — 3 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-01-20 | FL | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 21 | — |
| 2026-01-15 | FL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-11-13 | FL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 3 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-11-06 | FL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-01-09 | FL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 6 | OOS · 1 |
| 2024-07-17 | FL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | — |
| 2024-07-17 | FL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 6 | — |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 10 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
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