THE VONS COMPANIES INC
329-unit refrigerated (reefer) carrier based in Brea, CA. Current peer-cohort grade: A (strong).
- USDOT
- 212605
- MC
- MC685638
- Based
- Brea, CA
- Contact
- 2083954660 · bob.butler@albertsons.com
What this carrier is
THE VONS COMPANIES INC is a large-fleet refrigerated (reefer) carrier based in Brea, CA. Operating footprint: 329 power units, 446 drivers. The carrier runs over-the-road lanes and holds active MC685638 authority. Listed cargo classifications include general freight, fresh produce, meat, refrigerated food, beverages, paper products, and other: grocery products. FMCSA safety rating on file: Satisfactory (Feb 24, 1989).
Fleet composition on file: 329 owned tractors, 758 owned trailers.
For shippers and brokers: this carrier reads as low-risk on peer-cohort measures with no acute or critical flags in the current window.
At a glance
Safety record
Grade shown here is ProHRHQ analysis based on public FMCSA data. It is not an official FMCSA safety rating. The authoritative federal record is on FMCSA SAFER/SMS.
Current peer-cohort snapshot based on public FMCSA BASIC measures. Peer cohort: 41 motor carriers operating 327–331 power units.
No acute or critical violation flags in the current review window.
The strongest signal is Driver Fitness at 1.1% of peer cohort average — well under norm. Combined with a clean acute-flag picture, that supports the A grade. Main caution: nothing stands out as disqualifying on this record.
| BASIC | Carrier (3yr, weighted) | Cohort avg | vs. cohort | Acute |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 54 | 326.25 | 16.6% | No |
| Hours-of-Service | 9 | 160.75 | 5.6% | No |
| Driver Fitness | 1 | 89.75 | 1.1% | No |
| Controlled Substances/Alcohol | 0 | 0.00 | — | No |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 142 | 834.50 | 17.0% | No |
| Hazmat | 0 | 1.50 | 0.0% | n/a |
Against similarly sized 327–331-power-unit peers, this carrier is below cohort average in Unsafe Driving, Hours-of-Service, Driver Fitness, and Vehicle Maintenance.
Inspection and violation record
Last 3 years of public roadside history for USDOT 212605: 627 inspections across 2 states. Most recent inspection: Apr 16, 2026 in CA.
| BASIC | Violations (3 yr) |
|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 52 |
| Hours-of-Service | 14 |
| Driver Fitness | 2 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 124 |
| Total violations | 193 (45 out-of-service) |
Crash record (3 yr): 17 reportable crashes , 4 with reported injuries , 1 with fatalities . Most recent: Dec 21, 2025.
What this carrier likely fits
This is a refrigerated (reefer) carrier that runs over-the-road lanes, primarily interstate over 100 miles, at a large fleet scale, with general freight, fresh produce, meat, and other listed classes on the FMCSA cargo classification list. Trailer-heavy fleet composition (758 trailers against 329 tractors) is consistent with drop-and-hook or dedicated lane operation.
Drawn from FMCSA-reported cargo classifications, route profile, and fleet composition. Not a substitute for direct confirmation of equipment and lane capability with the carrier.
Key takeaways
- Grade A (strong) against 41 peer carriers operating 327–331 power units.
- No acute or critical violation flags in the current review window.
- 424 inspections in the 24-month SMS window (1 driver OOS, 28 vehicle OOS).
- Three-year public record: 193 violations, 17 reportable crashes (1 involving fatalities).
- Hazmat is the strongest area — 0.0% of peer cohort average (well under norm).
- Operates as a large-fleet refrigerated (reefer) carrier running over-the-road lanes with 329 power units on file.
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