PRIMA EXPRESS INC
USDOT 1313194 • 2221 MAPLE RD, JOLIET, IL, 60432
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-527982 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jul 30, 2019 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | BIPD/Primary | TP9883073 01 | ON FILE | Jan 15, 2019 | Aug 1, 2019 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 0510GXKGEP5953 | ON FILE | Jul 19, 2010 | Jul 19, 2011 |
Insurance History (19 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | BIPD/Primary | TP9883073 01 | REPLACED | Jan 15, 2019 | Jan 15, 2019 |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | BIPD/Primary | TP9883073 01 | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 2018 | Jan 15, 2019 |
| AMERICAN INTER-FIDELITY EXCHANGE | BIPD/Primary | L17A1901 | REPLACED | Aug 1, 2017 | Aug 1, 2018 |
| AMERICAN INTER-FIDELITY EXCHANGE | BIPD/Primary | L16A1901 | REPLACED | Aug 1, 2016 | Aug 1, 2017 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP05462A | REPLACED | Jul 19, 2013 | Aug 1, 2016 |
| SPARTA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 041CP00203 | CANCELLED | Jul 19, 2012 | Aug 17, 2013 |
| SPARTA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 041CP00203 | REPLACED | Jul 19, 2012 | Jul 19, 2013 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | TFM 500658 | CANCELLED | Jul 19, 2010 | Jul 19, 2012 |
| VANLINER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRV5433400 | REPLACED | Jul 19, 2009 | Jul 19, 2010 |
| VANLINER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRV5433400 | CANCELLED | Jul 19, 2009 | Aug 1, 2010 |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | BIPD/Primary | SNL100102897 | CANCELLED | Jul 19, 2008 | Jul 19, 2009 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LG10010289700 | REPLACED | Jul 19, 2008 | Jul 19, 2008 |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 83 MS VO4903 | REPLACED | Jul 19, 2007 | Jul 19, 2010 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LLT101039 | CANCELLED | Jul 19, 2007 | Jul 20, 2008 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LLT101039 | REPLACED | Jul 19, 2007 | Jul 19, 2008 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | C349541 | CANCELLED | Jul 19, 2006 | Jul 19, 2007 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 492217 | CANCELLED | Jul 19, 2006 | Jul 19, 2007 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | C315952 | CANCELLED | Jul 19, 2005 | Jul 19, 2006 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 479911 | CANCELLED | Jul 19, 2005 | Jul 19, 2006 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | TP9883073 01 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2019 | Aug 1, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | TP9883073 01 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 15, 2019 | Jan 15, 2019 |
| CANCEL | THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | TP9883073 01 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 15, 2019 | Jan 15, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN INTER-FIDELITY EXCHANGE | L17A1901 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2018 | Aug 1, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN INTER-FIDELITY EXCHANGE | L16A1901 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2017 | Aug 1, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP05462A | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2016 | Aug 1, 2016 |
| TERM/CANCL | SPARTA INSURANCE COMPANY | 041CP00203 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 17, 2013 | Aug 17, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | SPARTA INSURANCE COMPANY | 041CP00203 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 19, 2013 | Jul 19, 2013 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | TFM 500658 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 19, 2012 | Jul 19, 2012 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 0510GXKGEP5953 | CARGO | Jul 19, 2011 | Jul 19, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | VANLINER INSURANCE COMPANY | TRV5433400 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2010 | Aug 1, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | VANLINER INSURANCE COMPANY | TRV5433400 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 19, 2010 | Jul 19, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 83 MS VO4903 | CARGO | Jul 19, 2010 | Jul 19, 2010 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | SNL100102897 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 19, 2009 | Jul 19, 2009 |
| TERM/CANCL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LLT101039 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 20, 2008 | Jul 20, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LG10010289700 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 19, 2008 | Jul 19, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LLT101039 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 19, 2008 | Jul 19, 2008 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | C349541 | CARGO | Jul 19, 2007 | Jul 19, 2007 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 492217 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 19, 2007 | Jul 19, 2007 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | C315952 | CARGO | Jul 19, 2006 | Jul 19, 2006 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 479911 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 19, 2006 | Jul 19, 2006 |
Authority Action History (9 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC527982 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 5, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 30, 2019 |
| MC527982 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 19, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 26, 2018 |
| MC527982 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 22, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 16, 2012 |
| MC527982 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 6, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 27, 2010 |
| MC527982 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 22, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 10, 2009 |
| MC527982 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 23, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 14, 2008 |
| MC527982 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 22, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 23, 2007 |
| MC527982 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 22, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 19, 2006 |
| MC527982 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jul 26, 2005 | — | Unknown |
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
35 states • 491 inspections
Violation Summary (66 violations from latest 100 of 491 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 4 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 4 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLML | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207B-AALPME | Frame cracked/broken/sagging | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11B4-DEN | Driver operating a CMV without proper endorsements or in violation of restrictions | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2SLIMPT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLCP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16AD | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22H1-ELDNUM | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - No user's manual for the driver describing how to operate the ELD. (May be electronic) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.201D-FR | Frame - Accessories improperly attached | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2LC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2LV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.22B-DFPWD | Driver - Failed to place warning devices on the road surface | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.22A-D | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.19 | Hazard warning signal inoperable | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | 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 | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
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 (491 inspections)
Showing 50 of 491
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 21, 2026 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | ROTHSCHILD | GRAND AVE | ...UX1942 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Nov 29, 2025 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | HAMMOND | I-80 | ...WN3880 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Sep 29, 2025 | SC | INJURY | 0 | 1 | WALLACE | SC 38 NORTH | ...VP2142 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Aug 20, 2025 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | HEBRON | I 0275 | ...VP2144 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Jun 20, 2025 | AR | TOW | 0 | 0 | FORT SMITH | US271S | ...VP2139 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Jun 12, 2025 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | York Twp | I-294 | ...VK0233 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Jun 5, 2025 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | GARNER | 1004 | ...MF8769 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| May 2, 2025 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CORBIN (LAUREL CO) | 25 W | ...764350 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Apr 1, 2025 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | WILLIAMSVILLE | DINIUS RD | ...VK0234 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Mar 25, 2025 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | TUSCALOOSA | SKYLAND BLVD E | ...JV1662 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Mar 23, 2025 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CENTERVILLE(WAYNE) | I70 | ...VP2140 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Jan 29, 2025 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | MOUNT AIRY | 77 | ...UX1944 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Jan 11, 2025 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 5 | COLUMBUS | IR 270 | ...MS9794 | PRIMA EXPRESS |
| Dec 19, 2024 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | FINLEY | STH 080 SB | ...VP2141 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Nov 5, 2024 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | NORTHBOUND INTERSTATE 85 | ...MS9779 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Jul 24, 2024 | TN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | I-40 | ...UX1945 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Jun 15, 2024 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SAUNEMIN TWP | IL-47 | ...KL6692 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Jun 12, 2024 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | ADDISON | STH 033 WB | ...VP2147 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| May 8, 2024 | AL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BIRMINGHAM | I-59 | ...MS9791 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Apr 13, 2024 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | ST JAMES | CST JEFFERSON ST | ...KL6672 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Feb 24, 2024 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | JASPER (TOWNSHIP OF) | US 35 | ...SV1657 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Feb 14, 2024 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | LOWELL(LAKE) | COLORADO ST | ...VE2233 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Jan 16, 2024 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | FALL BRANCH | I-81 | ...UX1937 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Dec 29, 2023 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I-75 SOUTH AT MM 278 ENTRANCE RAMP | ...MS9782 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
| Oct 25, 2023 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SHEPHERDSVILLE | 2050 E BLUE LICK RD | ...MS9791 | PRIMA EXPRESS INC |
Compliance Timeline
47 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 47 events