MONROE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC
USDOT 131898 • 1051 SOUTH WESTWOOD AVE, ADDISON, IL, 60101
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-Z09552 | ON FILE | Dec 1, 2014 | Dec 1, 2014 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | IM-L 00 697 | ON FILE | Dec 1, 2003 | Apr 13, 2011 |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | SURETY | 7029467 | ON FILE | Apr 19, 1987 | May 26, 1988 |
Insurance History (17 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-Z09552 | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2014 | Dec 1, 2014 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-Z09552 | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2014 | Dec 1, 2014 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-Z09552 | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2014 | Jan 5, 2015 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-L 00 697 | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2003 | Dec 1, 2014 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | CLP86943A | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2002 | Jan 5, 2004 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP86943A | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2002 | Dec 1, 2003 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP86943A | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 2002 | Jan 5, 2004 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | CLP86943A | REPLACED | Dec 1, 2002 | Dec 1, 2003 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | CLP86943A | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 1998 | Dec 1, 2002 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP86943A | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 1998 | Dec 1, 2002 |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 83 MS PU0587 | REPLACED | Feb 28, 1998 | Dec 1, 1998 |
| THE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA | CARGO | I06540570 | REPLACED | Feb 28, 1995 | Feb 28, 1995 |
| THE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA | CARGO | I20135104 | CANCELLED | Feb 28, 1995 | Apr 9, 1998 |
| THE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA | CARGO | I20135104 | REPLACED | Feb 28, 1995 | Feb 28, 1998 |
| THE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA | CARGO | I06540570 | CANCELLED | Feb 28, 1995 | Jan 17, 1998 |
| LUMBERMENS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | 3AT 526 521 | CANCELLED | Feb 28, 1994 | Apr 20, 1995 |
| ST. PAUL PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TP 0437831 | CANCELLED | Dec 1, 1992 | Dec 1, 1998 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-Z09552 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 5, 2015 | Jan 5, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-Z09552 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2014 | Dec 1, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-Z09552 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2014 | Dec 1, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-Z09552 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2014 | Dec 1, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-L 00 697 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2014 | Dec 1, 2014 |
| CANCEL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | IM-L 00 697 | CARGO | Apr 13, 2011 | Apr 13, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP86943A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 5, 2004 | Jan 5, 2004 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP86943A | CARGO | Jan 5, 2004 | Jan 5, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP86943A | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2003 | Dec 1, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP86943A | CARGO | Dec 1, 2003 | Dec 1, 2003 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP86943A | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2002 | Dec 1, 2002 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP86943A | CARGO | Dec 1, 2002 | Dec 1, 2002 |
| CANCEL | ST. PAUL PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY | TP 0437831 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 1998 | Dec 1, 1998 |
| TERM/REPL | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 83 MS PU0587 | CARGO | Dec 1, 1998 | Dec 1, 1998 |
| TERM/CANCL | THE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA | I20135104 | CARGO | Apr 9, 1998 | Apr 9, 1998 |
| TERM/REPL | THE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA | I20135104 | CARGO | Feb 28, 1998 | Feb 28, 1998 |
| TERM/CANCL | THE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA | I06540570 | CARGO | Jan 17, 1998 | Jan 17, 1998 |
| CANCEL | LUMBERMENS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 3AT 526 521 | CARGO | Apr 20, 1995 | Apr 20, 1995 |
| TERM/REPL | THE INSURANCE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA | I06540570 | CARGO | Feb 28, 1995 | Feb 28, 1995 |
| CANCEL | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | 7029467 | SURETY | May 26, 1988 | May 26, 1988 |
Authority Action History (11 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC121265 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 9, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 31, 2014 |
| MC121265 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 9, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 31, 2014 |
| MC121265 | PROPERTY BROKER | DISMISSED | Mar 31, 2014 | — | Unknown |
| MC121265 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 17, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 21, 2011 |
| MC121265 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 7, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 23, 2005 |
| MC121265 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 7, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 23, 2005 |
| MC121265 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Dec 15, 1993 | — | Unknown |
| MC121265 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 5, 1993 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC121265 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Jun 28, 1985 | REVOKED | Aug 8, 1988 |
| MC121265 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 23, 1985 | — | Unknown |
| MC121265 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 25, 1982 | — | 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
4 states • 27 inspections
Violation Summary (37 violations from 27 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUCR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-CH | Brake - Hole in Spring Brake Housing | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BOS | 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:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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 | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201(b) | Bolts securing cab broken/loose/missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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 (27 inspections)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 8, 2025 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | Chicago | S KEDZIE AVE | ...JG4061 | MONROE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC |
| Dec 23, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | CICERO | 30TH ST | ...JG4061 | MONROE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC |
| Dec 5, 2024 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 3 | CHICAGO | W DEVON AVE | ...235016 | MONROE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC |
| Oct 11, 2024 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | WEST CHICAGO TWP | I-290 | ...HH8225 | MONROE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC |
| Jul 7, 2023 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | WAUKEGAN | WAUKEGAN RD | ...424464 | MONROE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC |
| Aug 29, 2022 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | MILTON TWP | I-355 | ...289795 | MONROE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC |
| Nov 12, 2021 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | CHICAGO | W 40TH ST | ...JG4061 | MONROE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES INC |
| Aug 23, 2019 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 6, 2017 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 14, 2016 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 16, 2016 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 16, 2015 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| May 14, 2014 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 28, 2014 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 23, 2014 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 26, 2013 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 9, 2012 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 2, 2012 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 20, 2012 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 23, 2011 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 23, 2011 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 9, 2010 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 30, 2007 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 13, 2006 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 26, 2005 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
48 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 48 events