Sturgeon Services International INC
Bakersfield, CA
Profile data updated Jul 27, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
82
Power Units
45
Drivers
FMCSA since 1990 (35 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
STURGEON SERVICES INTERNATIONAL INC is an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA since November 1990. Based in Bakersfield, CA, they operate a fleet of 82 power units with 45 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles) and interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Step Deck / RGN, Tanker, Dump Truck, Oilfield / Heavy and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Sturgeon Services International INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 59 | 0 | 0 | 59 |
| Tractors | 23 | 0 | 0 | 23 |
| Trailers | 45 | 0 | 0 | 45 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Sturgeon Services International INC is authorized to transport the following 5 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 45
MCS-150 Mileage: 1,285,630 miles (2026)
Driver Information
45
Total Drivers
45
CDL Drivers
45
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by STURGEON SERVICES INTERNATIONAL INC
23 trucks and 11 trailers identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Apr 15, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Peterbilt, Kenworth, Beall Trailers. Equipment breakdown: 12 TRUCK TRACTOR, 11 SEMI-TRAILER, 11 STRAIGHT TRUCK. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (3 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 12 | 35% |
| SEMI-TRAILER | 11 | 32% |
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 11 | 32% |
Trailers (11 on record)
Trailers recorded pulling under this carrier's DOT number in FMCSA roadside inspections. Individual trailer plates and VINs are listed in the plate and vehicle sections above.
| Semi-trailer | 11 |
| Beal | 3 |
| Drag | 2 |
| Clem | 1 |
| Armt | 1 |
| Over | 1 |
| Eadu | 1 |
| Tran | 1 |
| Mntr | 1 |
| Dump Trailer | 6 |
| Tank Trailer | 2 |
| Grain, Chip, or Gravel Trailer | 2 |
| Flatbed or Platform Trailer | 1 |
| 20 ft | 3 |
| 40 ft | 2 |
| 45 ft | 1 |
| 42 ft | 1 |
| 50 ft | 1 |
| 32 ft | 1 |
| 2 axles | 10 |
Vehicle makes (11 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Peterbilt | 19 | 56% |
| Kenworth | 3 | 9% |
| Beall Trailers | 3 | 9% |
| Dragon Products | 2 | 6% |
| Overland Tank | 1 | 3% |
| Armor Lite Trailer | 1 | 3% |
| Transcraft/wabash | 1 | 3% |
| Manac Trailers Usa | 1 | 3% |
| International | 1 | 3% |
| Western Construction Components | 1 | 3% |
| Clement Industries | 1 | 3% |
Spec sheets, common recalls & complaints for the truck models this carrier operates.
License plates on file (20 shown, most recent first)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9E61794 | CA | Petr STRAIGHT TRUCK | 3 | Apr 2026 |
| 282C025 | TX | Over SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| 9E73086 | CA | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 5 | Dec 2025 |
| 9E73086 | CA | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Dec 2025 |
| 9E65344 | CA | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Oct 2025 |
| 225C863 | TX | Drag SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Oct 2025 |
| 9H01143 | CA | Petr TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | Aug 2025 |
| 4PN8001 | CA | Armt SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Aug 2025 |
| 9E73088 | CA | Peterbilt TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Jun 2025 |
| 4LZ1046 | CA | Tran SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Jun 2025 |
| 9F15254 | CA | Kenworth TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Sep 2024 |
| 4GZ9623 | CA | Mntr SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Sep 2024 |
| 9E65342 | CA | Petr STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Sep 2024 |
| 4KU8872 | CA | Drag SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Sep 2024 |
| 94724J1 | CA | Petr TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Sep 2024 |
| 4MH9636 | CA | Beal SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Sep 2024 |
| 69859M1 | CA | International STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Sep 2024 |
| 56764G1 | CA | Kenworth STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Sep 2024 |
| 29462H1 | CA | Petr STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Sep 2024 |
| 9E65341 | CA | Petr TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Sep 2024 |
Plate registrations span 2 states: CA (32) · TX (2)
Recent active vehicles (12 shown of 34)
Showing the most recently active 12 vehicles. Full fleet records are available via direct VIN search.
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. Recall status is VIN-specific — use the NHTSA recall lookup linked on each vehicle above to see whether a given VIN has open (unremedied) recalls, or verify with the OEM dealer.
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
28
Inspections
24 months
28
Violations
Total found
8
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-6.2%)
✓ Better than national average (-4.3%)
Out-of-service rates follow FMCSA's definition: the share of relevant roadside inspections in which at least one out-of-service order was issued. Vehicle rates use level 1, 2 and 5 inspections; driver rates use level 1, 2, 3 and 6. National averages are computed from the same FMCSA inspection data.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/15/2026 | TX | Walk-Around | 6 | ✓ |
| 12/16/2025 | CA | Walk-Around | 5 | 3 |
| 12/02/2025 | TX | Walk-Around | 3 | 1 |
| 10/20/2025 | TX | Walk-Around | 5 | 1 |
| 08/28/2025 | CA | Special | 2 | 1 |
| 08/14/2025 | CA | Full | 1 | ✓ |
| 06/26/2025 | CA | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 09/18/2024 | CA | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 09/13/2024 | CA | Vehicle Only | 1 | 1 |
| 09/13/2024 | CA | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 09/12/2024 | CA | Vehicle Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 09/12/2024 | CA | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 09/12/2024 | CA | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 09/12/2024 | CA | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 09/12/2024 | CA | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 28 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
A single inspection can produce more than one out-of-service order, so this is a count of orders, not a rate. See the FMCSA vehicle and driver out-of-service rates in Safety Performance above.
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$2 Million
ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | BAP 9296629 | $2 Million | 07/01/2025 |
View Insurance History (20 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK 4917094 | 07/01/2009 | 11/26/2018 | TERM/CANCL | |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 51 UUM IO0477 | 07/01/2009 | 11/26/2018 | NAMECHG | |
| SELECT INSURANCE CO. | GS6085052 | 07/01/1999 | 10/23/2001 | CANCEL | |
| FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | MXI80376914 | 05/14/1999 | 09/03/1999 | TERM/CANCL | |
| FIRST NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AM | M-95 MXI 80379607 | 07/01/1999 | 08/24/2009 | NAMECHG | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK 4917094-00 | 07/01/2002 | 08/24/2009 | NAMECHG | |
| SELECT INSURANCE CO. | GS2835585 | 07/01/2001 | 07/31/2002 | TERM/CANCL | |
| AMERICAN MOTORISTS INSURANCE CO. | 3AM 632 417-00 | 04/10/1994 | 07/19/1995 | CANCEL | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP 9296629 | 07/01/2018 | 07/01/2025 | TERM/REPL | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK 4917094 | 07/01/2009 | 07/01/2018 | TERM/REPL | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP 9296629 | 07/01/2018 | 07/01/2018 | TERM/REPL | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK 4917094 | 09/01/2009 | 07/01/2009 | TERM/REPL | |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 51 UUM IO0477 | 07/01/2009 | 07/01/2009 | TERM/REPL | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK 4917094-00 | 07/01/2002 | 07/01/2002 | TERM/REPL | |
| SELECT INSURANCE CO. | GS2835585 | 07/01/2001 | 07/01/2002 | TERM/REPL | |
| SELECT INSURANCE CO. | GS2835585 | 07/01/2001 | 07/01/2001 | TERM/REPL | |
| COMMERCE AND INDUSTRY INSURANCE | CA7665916 | 05/14/1998 | 07/01/1999 | TERM/REPL | |
| FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | MXI80376914 | 05/14/1999 | 07/01/1999 | TERM/REPL | |
| THE CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | MPC883715 | 05/14/1995 | 05/14/1999 | TERM/REPL | |
| FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | MXI80376914 | 05/14/1999 | 05/14/1999 | TERM/REPL |
Insurance data sourced from FMCSA. Updated daily. Verify on FMCSA →
Crash History
2
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
2
Tow-Aways
2 FMCSA-recordable · 2 state-recordable
| Date | State | Location | Vehicles | Fatal | Injuries | Tow | Vehicle | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/23/2026 | TX | NOT LISTED, TX | 2 | 0 | 0 | Yes | Tractor/semitrailer | No adverse conditions · Dry · Daylight |
| 01/23/2025 | CA | BREA, CA | 2 | 0 | 0 | Yes | Single-unit truck (2-axle) | No adverse conditions · Dry · Dawn |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
Recent Changes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does STURGEON SERVICES INTERNATIONAL INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, STURGEON SERVICES INTERNATIONAL INC is inferred to operate: Step Deck / RGN, Tanker, Dump Truck, Oilfield / Heavy and Box Truck.
Is STURGEON SERVICES INTERNATIONAL INC's authority currently active?
STURGEON SERVICES INTERNATIONAL INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has STURGEON SERVICES INTERNATIONAL INC been in business?
STURGEON SERVICES INTERNATIONAL INC has been registered with the FMCSA since November 1990, making their authority approximately 35 years, 8 months old.
Where is STURGEON SERVICES INTERNATIONAL INC located?
STURGEON SERVICES INTERNATIONAL INC is physically located at 3511 GILMORE AVE, BAKERSFIELD, CA 93308.
Roadside Inspection History 28 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
STURGEON SERVICES INTERNATIONAL INC has been inspected 28 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in CA, TX. Out of these, 6 inspections (about 21%) 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 393.75A3 (Tire with fabric exposed) — 3 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-04-15 | TX | Level 2 · Walk-around | 6 | — |
| 2025-12-16 | CA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 5 | OOS · 3 |
| 2025-12-02 | TX | Level 2 · Walk-around | 3 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-10-20 | TX | Level 2 · Walk-around | 5 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-08-28 | CA | Level 4 · Special-study | 2 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-08-14 | CA | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 1 | — |
| 2025-06-26 | CA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2024-09-18 | CA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2024-09-13 | CA | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 1 | OOS · 1 |
| 2024-09-13 | CA | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-12 | CA | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 1 | — |
| 2024-09-12 | CA | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-12 | CA | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-12 | CA | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-12 | CA | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-12 | CA | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-12 | CA | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-12 | CA | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-11 | CA | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-11 | CA | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 1 | OOS · 1 |
| 2024-09-11 | CA | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-11 | CA | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-11 | CA | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-11 | CA | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-11 | CA | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
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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.
Roadside Violation Profile
19 individual violations from FMCSA roadside inspections (rolling 24 months) are itemised for STURGEON SERVICES INTERNATIONAL INC, of which 6 (32%) placed a driver or vehicle out of service. Itemised records can lag FMCSA's per-inspection totals shown in Violation Breakdown.
| BASIC category | Violations | Out-of-service |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 17 | 6 |
| Unsafe Driving | 2 | 0 |
Source: FMCSA roadside-inspection violation records (rolling 24-month summary). Counts reflect citations across all inspections under this carrier's DOT number; see Inspection History for individual inspection events. Violation severity and CSA percentile scores are shown in the Safety & Compliance section.
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