RED LIGHT EXPRESS INC
USDOT 1101044 • 468 WEST HOLMES, CHESTER, IL, 62233
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-454548 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jun 12, 2020 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BERKLEY CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 6502788 | ON FILE | Jun 13, 2020 | Jun 13, 2023 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP22376A | ON FILE | Feb 11, 2008 | Jun 13, 2020 |
Insurance History (11 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP22376A | CANCELLED | Feb 11, 2008 | Jun 13, 2020 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP22376A | NAME CHANGED | Jun 16, 2005 | Feb 5, 2008 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP22376A | NAME CHANGED | Jun 16, 2005 | Feb 5, 2008 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP22376A | NAME CHANGED | Jun 13, 2004 | Jul 11, 2005 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP22376A | NAME CHANGED | Jun 13, 2004 | Jul 11, 2005 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP22376A | REPLACED | Jun 13, 2004 | Jun 16, 2005 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP22376A | REPLACED | Jun 13, 2004 | Jun 16, 2005 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | CL483087 | REPLACED | Jun 13, 2003 | Jun 13, 2004 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL483087 | REPLACED | Jun 13, 2003 | Jun 13, 2004 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | C097607 | REPLACED | Mar 14, 2003 | Jun 13, 2003 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 427804 | REPLACED | Mar 14, 2003 | Jun 13, 2003 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | BERKLEY CASUALTY COMPANY | 6502788 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 13, 2023 | Jun 13, 2023 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP22376A | BIPD/Primary | Jun 13, 2020 | Jun 13, 2020 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP22376A | CARGO | Jun 13, 2020 | Jun 13, 2020 |
| NAMECHG | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP22376A | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2008 | Feb 5, 2008 |
| NAMECHG | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP22376A | CARGO | Feb 5, 2008 | Feb 5, 2008 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP22376A | BIPD/Primary | Jul 11, 2005 | Jul 11, 2005 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP22376A | CARGO | Jul 11, 2005 | Jul 11, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP22376A | CARGO | Jun 16, 2005 | Jun 16, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP22376A | BIPD/Primary | Jun 16, 2005 | Jun 16, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL483087 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 13, 2004 | Jun 13, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL483087 | CARGO | Jun 13, 2004 | Jun 13, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | C097607 | CARGO | Jun 13, 2003 | Jun 13, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 427804 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 13, 2003 | Jun 13, 2003 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-454548 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC454548 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 18, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 12, 2020 |
| MC454548 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Feb 12, 2008 | — | Unknown |
| MC454548 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 7, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 17, 2005 |
| MC454548 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 25, 2003 | REVOKED | Feb 5, 2008 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
23 states • 88 inspections
Violation Summary (102 violations from 88 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 12 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 10 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 10 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 3 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 3 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30(b)(1) | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.3A1-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSIR | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 2 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8 | Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.201A-FRCLS | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BMBCBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207B-AALPME | Frame cracked/broken/sagging | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB | 390.21TB | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.43A | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-LC | Brake - Leak from air chamber | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BMBC | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22G-ELDMFV | HOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8F12 | 395.8F12 | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(1) | Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22H4-ELDBRODS | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have a supply of blank driver's records of duty status graph-grids sufficient to record the driver's duty status a | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPDOOS | False record of duty status | 1 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.60(a) | Unauthorized passenger on board CMV | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (88 inspections)
Showing 50 of 88
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
13 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (13 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 14, 2026 | AR | TOW | 0 | 0 | POCAHONTAS | US67 | ...LF9646 | RED LIGHT EXPRESS INC |
| Jan 13, 2026 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | Road Dist #01 Twp | BROADWAY | ...W71665 | RED LIGHT EXPRESS INC |
| Dec 18, 2025 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | GA 122 AT GA 76 | ...VG3080 | RED LIGHT EXPRESS INC |
| Jun 21, 2025 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 3 | VINTON | I-10 | ...UL6651 | RED LIGHT EXPRESS INC |
| Aug 6, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | CHESTER | STATE ST | ...K39234 | RED LIGHT EXPRESS INC |
| Jul 11, 2023 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | STEELEVILLE | W BROADWAY | ...K28268 | RED LIGHT EXPRESS INC |
| Dec 14, 2022 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | Road Dist #01 Twp | IL-3 | ...498150 | RED LIGHT EXPRESS INC |
| Oct 31, 2022 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BUCKHART TWP | IL-29 | ...LW9978 | RED LIGHT EXPRESS INC |
| Oct 25, 2022 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | Road Dist #04 Twp | OPDYKE ST | ...X73560 | RED LIGHT EXPRESS INC |
| Feb 10, 2022 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | ROAD DIST #02 TWP | ST RT 150 | ...K28268 | RED LIGHT EXPRESS INC |
| Sep 5, 2021 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | THONOTOSASSA | SB I-75 (SR-93A) | ...LM3116 | RED LIGHT EXPRESS INC |
| Feb 11, 2020 | NM | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 28, 2017 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
27 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 27 events