DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC
USDOT 1257876 • 1350 E TOUHY AVE SUITE 110W, DES PLAINES, IL, 60018
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (4)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 563-01-67 | ON FILE | Apr 1, 2023 | Apr 1, 2024 |
| LEXON INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 7721720 | ON FILE | Jun 1, 2020 | Jun 1, 2025 |
| TDF COMMERICAL FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC | TRUST FUND | 491945-T | ON FILE | Jul 24, 2018 | May 28, 2020 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | PRA5992120 | ON FILE | Jun 30, 2010 | Jun 30, 2010 |
Insurance History (20 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 563-01-67 | REPLACED | Apr 1, 2022 | Apr 1, 2023 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | TP5630167 01 | CANCELLED | Apr 1, 2021 | Apr 1, 2022 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP29398A | CANCELLED | Mar 12, 2017 | May 5, 2021 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP29398A | REPLACED | Mar 12, 2017 | Apr 1, 2021 |
| MILWAUKEE CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | MPP10078749 | REPLACED | Mar 12, 2014 | Mar 12, 2017 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA07550301 | CANCELLED | Dec 20, 2013 | Mar 12, 2014 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA07550301 | REPLACED | Dec 20, 2013 | Dec 20, 2013 |
| AMERICAN INTER-FIDELITY EXCHANGE | BIPD/Primary | L12A2001 | CANCELLED | Dec 20, 2012 | Dec 20, 2013 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA0700793 | CANCELLED | Dec 20, 2011 | Dec 20, 2012 |
| GRAMERCY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GIC 12-1900-00286 | CANCELLED | Sep 19, 2011 | Dec 15, 2011 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 8118088 | REPLACED | Jun 29, 2011 | Sep 19, 2011 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PRA5992120 | CANCELLED | Jun 30, 2010 | Jun 30, 2011 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | PRA5992120 | CANCELLED | Jun 30, 2010 | Aug 5, 2010 |
| AMERICAN GUARANTEE & LIABILITY INS. CO. | CARGO | PRA5992120 | CANCELLED | Jun 30, 2010 | Jun 30, 2011 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | LCW103640 | CANCELLED | Jan 10, 2006 | Jun 7, 2006 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LCW103639 | CANCELLED | Jan 10, 2006 | Jun 7, 2006 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | LCW103640 | NAME CHANGED | Jul 13, 2004 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LCW103639 | REPLACED | Jul 13, 2004 | Jan 10, 2006 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LCW103639 | NAME CHANGED | Jul 13, 2004 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | LCW103640 | REPLACED | Jul 13, 2004 | Jan 10, 2006 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | LEXON INSURANCE COMPANY | 7721720 | SURETY | Jun 1, 2025 | Jun 1, 2025 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 563-01-67 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2024 | Apr 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 563-01-67 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2023 | Apr 1, 2023 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | TP5630167 01 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2022 | Apr 1, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP29398A | BIPD/Primary | May 5, 2021 | May 5, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP29398A | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2021 | Apr 1, 2021 |
| CANCEL | TDF COMMERICAL FINANCIAL SERVICES, INC | 491945-T | TRUST FUND | May 28, 2020 | May 28, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | MILWAUKEE CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | MPP10078749 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 12, 2017 | Mar 12, 2017 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07550301 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 12, 2014 | Mar 12, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07550301 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 20, 2013 | Dec 20, 2013 |
| CANCEL | AMERICAN INTER-FIDELITY EXCHANGE | L12A2001 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 20, 2013 | Dec 20, 2013 |
| CANCEL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CA0700793 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 20, 2012 | Dec 20, 2012 |
| CANCEL | GRAMERCY INSURANCE COMPANY | GIC 12-1900-00286 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 15, 2011 | Dec 15, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 8118088 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 19, 2011 | Sep 19, 2011 |
| CANCEL | AMERICAN GUARANTEE & LIABILITY INS. CO. | PRA5992120 | CARGO | Jun 30, 2011 | Jun 30, 2011 |
| CANCEL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | PRA5992120 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 30, 2011 | Jun 30, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | PRA5992120 | CARGO | Aug 5, 2010 | Aug 5, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | PRA5992120 | CARGO | Jun 30, 2010 | Jun 30, 2010 |
| CANCEL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LCW103639 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 7, 2006 | Jun 7, 2006 |
| CANCEL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LCW103640 | CARGO | Jun 7, 2006 | Jun 7, 2006 |
| TERM/CANCL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LCW103639 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 13, 2006 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| TERM/CANCL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LCW103640 | CARGO | Feb 13, 2006 | Feb 13, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LCW103639 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 10, 2006 | Jan 10, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LCW103640 | CARGO | Jan 10, 2006 | Jan 10, 2006 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-491945 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (12 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC491945 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 5, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 29, 2024 |
| MC491945 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 7, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 23, 2022 |
| MC491945 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 1, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 2, 2020 |
| MC491945 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Aug 10, 2018 | — | Unknown |
| MC491945 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 13, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 13, 2014 |
| MC491945 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 25, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 20, 2013 |
| MC491945 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 23, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 20, 2012 |
| MC491945 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 18, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 21, 2011 |
| MC491945 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 3, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 1, 2011 |
| MC491945 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jul 1, 2010 | — | Unknown |
| MC491945 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 10, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 20, 2006 |
| MC491945 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jul 22, 2004 | REVOKED | Jun 13, 2006 |
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
39 states • 273 inspections
Violation Summary (105 violations from latest 100 of 273 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 10 | 10 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 8 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 5 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 5 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 4 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 4 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E1PC | HOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75A | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2LC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60E | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LSML | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LBL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.22A-D | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22B-DFPWD | Driver - Failed to place warning devices on the road surface | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BLMACBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLCP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.82DUMT | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-INAT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-ALBV | Air Brake - Any leak from a brake valve | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75G-TAOW | Tires - All others weight carried exceeds tire load limit | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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:393.75A2-TAOTLM | Tires - All others 75% of the tread width is loose/missing in excess of 12 inches of circumference | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.205C-WRAWFLMIB | Wheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24C1III | Driver failed to add file comment per safety officers request | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPDIT | HOS (Property) - Driver driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time | 1 | 1 | — | 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 | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A3I-HOSPDIT | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8E1PC-OOS | HOS - False record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Driver improperly used Personal Conveyance | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8K2-HOSRC | HOS (Manner) - Driver failed to retain a copy of each record of duty status for the previous 7 consecutive days which shall be in his/her possession and available | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HLOW | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
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 (273 inspections)
Showing 50 of 273
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 27, 2026 | TN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NOT IN CITY LIMIT | I-24 | ...GL7070 | DELTA FREIGHT LLC |
| Dec 11, 2025 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | GRANT | USH 010 EB | ...662779 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Oct 13, 2025 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | Lincoln Park | SOUTHFIELD | ...953081 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Aug 27, 2025 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | ELK GROVE | OAKTON ST | ...154809 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Jul 22, 2025 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | MERRILLVILLE | E LINCOLN HWY | ...315493 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Jul 17, 2025 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | INDIANAPOLIS | I- 69 | ...931715 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Apr 4, 2025 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | PESOTUM TWP | I-57 S/B | ...965716 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS |
| Dec 3, 2024 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | ALLEGHENY TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 6000 W | ...JK5496 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Nov 1, 2024 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | PROVISO TWP | I-290 EASTBOUND | ...194557 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Apr 11, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | Bremen Twp | I-294 SB | ...JM5807 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Mar 23, 2024 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | STROUDSBURG BOROUGH | INTERSTATE 0080 E | ...JM5807 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Mar 21, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | LAWRENCE TWP | W I 94 | ...897558 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Dec 30, 2023 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | INDIANAPOLIS | 65 | ...543562 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Aug 25, 2023 | TN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | I-24 | ...JW1690 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| May 15, 2023 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | SEBASTIAN | INTERSTATE 95 NB MM162 | ...X49563 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Mar 14, 2023 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | NASHVILLE | I-40 | ...LP7087 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Feb 14, 2023 | TN | FATAL | 1 | 2 | — | HWY 641S | ...HV0926 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Jul 21, 2022 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | ORLANDO | CONSULATE DR | ...643702 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Jun 9, 2022 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | PARIS | S MAIN ST | ...194557 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Jan 17, 2022 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | Villa Park | E NORTH AVE | ...478410 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Oct 27, 2021 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | ARLINGTON | I-40 | ...053237 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Aug 10, 2021 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | SHELBYVILLE | N Riley Hwy | ...965716 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Jan 19, 2021 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | RANTOUL | I57 N T US 136W | ...GY1884 | DELTA FREIGHT SYSTEMS LLC |
| Jun 29, 2020 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 8, 2020 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
51 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 51 events