Stephen Swancer
York, PA
DBA: EMPIRE PIANO MOVERS
Profile data updated May 1, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Healthy
FMCSA data ↓
2
Power Units
2
Drivers
Est. 2007 (19 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
STEPHEN SWANCER is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since June 2007. Based in YORK, PA, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Movers and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Stephen Swancer operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 |
Fleet Size Classification: 2 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Stephen Swancer is authorized to transport the following 2 cargo types:
Operations Scope
MCS-150 Mileage: 720,000 miles (2026)
Driver Information
2
Total Drivers
2
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by STEPHEN SWANCER
2 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Oct 22, 2025.
What this fleet looks like
This fleet runs primarily Isuzu equipment. Critical out-of-service rate. More than 1 in 4 inspections is finding park-it issues. FMCSA intervention is likely. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (1 vehicle type)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 2 | 100% |
Vehicle makes (1 brand on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Isuzu | 2 | 100% |
License plates on file (2 shown)
Recent active vehicles (2 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.
Dispatch Services in PA
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
5
Inspections
24 months
6
Violations
Total found
2
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+12.5%)
✓ Better than national average (-1.7%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/01/2026 | DE | Driver Only | 2 | 1 |
| 10/22/2025 | DC | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/28/2025 | MD | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 03/12/2025 | MD | Walk-Around | 3 | 1 |
| 01/09/2025 | PA | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
Not on file
Cargo
Self-Insured / N/A
CENTURY SURETY COMPANY
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo | CENTURY SURETY COMPANY | 34 | CCP860711 | Self-Insured / N/A | 10/23/2019 |
View Insurance History (1 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 6304323 | 12/15/2008 | 04/13/2018 | CANCEL |
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Recent Changes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does STEPHEN SWANCER operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, STEPHEN SWANCER is inferred to operate: Movers and Box Truck.
Is STEPHEN SWANCER's authority currently active?
STEPHEN SWANCER currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has STEPHEN SWANCER been in business?
STEPHEN SWANCER has been registered with the FMCSA since June 2007, making their authority approximately 19 years old.
Where is STEPHEN SWANCER located?
STEPHEN SWANCER is physically located at 945 STOVERSTOWN RD, YORK, PA 17408.
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Roadside Inspection History 5 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
STEPHEN SWANCER has been inspected 5 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in MD, PA, DC. Out of these, 2 inspections (about 40%) 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 391.41APC — 1 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-01 | DE | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-10-22 | DC | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2025-07-28 | MD | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2025-03-12 | MD | Level 2 · Walk-around | 3 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-01-09 | PA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 6 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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