DMK EXPRESS INC
USDOT 1328852 • 6601 S MENARD AVE, BEDFORD PARK, IL, 60638
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-524456 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Nov 22, 2023 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | MD-005208 | ON FILE | Sep 20, 2023 | Sep 20, 2024 |
Insurance History (18 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | MD-005208 | CANCELLED | Sep 20, 2023 | Oct 17, 2024 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-Z54222 | CANCELLED | Sep 20, 2016 | Oct 12, 2023 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-Z54222 | REPLACED | Sep 20, 2016 | Sep 20, 2023 |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | BIPD/Primary | CAC 00001-03386-15 | REPLACED | Sep 20, 2015 | Sep 20, 2016 |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | BIPD/Primary | CAC 00001-03386-14 | CANCELLED | Sep 20, 2014 | Sep 20, 2015 |
| PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | BIPD/Primary | PC1309799 | CANCELLED | Sep 20, 2013 | Sep 20, 2014 |
| PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | BIPD/Primary | PC1309799 | REPLACED | Sep 20, 2013 | Sep 20, 2013 |
| PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | BIPD/Primary | PC1309799 | CANCELLED | Sep 20, 2013 | Mar 15, 2014 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0026083 | CANCELLED | Sep 20, 2012 | Sep 20, 2013 |
| GATEWAY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRK6000737-000 | CANCELLED | Sep 20, 2011 | Sep 20, 2012 |
| NATIONAL AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | SP00780112 | CANCELLED | Sep 20, 2010 | Sep 20, 2011 |
| NATIONAL AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | SP00780012 | REPLACED | Sep 20, 2009 | Sep 20, 2010 |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | BIPD/Primary | SFT 948425802 | CANCELLED | Sep 20, 2008 | Sep 20, 2009 |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | BIPD/Primary | SFT 948425801 | CANCELLED | Sep 20, 2007 | Sep 20, 2008 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PAP 236254 0906 | REPLACED | Sep 20, 2006 | Sep 20, 2007 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PAP 236254 0906 | CANCELLED | Sep 20, 2006 | Oct 25, 2007 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN482381 | CANCELLED | Sep 20, 2005 | Sep 20, 2006 |
| ILLINOIS NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | SFT 2311063-01 | CANCELLED | May 25, 2005 | Aug 11, 2005 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | MD-005208 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 17, 2024 | Oct 17, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | MD-005208 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2024 | Sep 20, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-Z54222 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 12, 2023 | Oct 12, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-Z54222 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2023 | Sep 20, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-03386-15 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2016 | Sep 20, 2016 |
| CANCEL | SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-03386-14 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2015 | Sep 20, 2015 |
| CANCEL | PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | PC1309799 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2014 | Sep 20, 2014 |
| TERM/CANCL | PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | PC1309799 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 15, 2014 | Mar 15, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | PC1309799 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2013 | Sep 20, 2013 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0026083 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2013 | Sep 20, 2013 |
| CANCEL | GATEWAY INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK6000737-000 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2012 | Sep 20, 2012 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | SP00780112 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2011 | Sep 20, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | SP00780012 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2010 | Sep 20, 2010 |
| CANCEL | THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | SFT 948425802 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2009 | Sep 20, 2009 |
| CANCEL | THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | SFT 948425801 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2008 | Sep 20, 2008 |
| TERM/CANCL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | PAP 236254 0906 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 25, 2007 | Oct 25, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | PAP 236254 0906 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2007 | Sep 20, 2007 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN482381 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 20, 2006 | Sep 20, 2006 |
| CANCEL | ILLINOIS NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | SFT 2311063-01 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 11, 2005 | Aug 11, 2005 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-524456 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (11 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC524456 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 3, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 22, 2023 |
| MC524456 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 24, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 17, 2015 |
| MC524456 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 25, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 22, 2014 |
| MC524456 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 26, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 23, 2013 |
| MC524456 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 24, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 20, 2012 |
| MC524456 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 24, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 20, 2011 |
| MC524456 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 24, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 21, 2009 |
| MC524456 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 25, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 22, 2008 |
| MC524456 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 24, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 21, 2006 |
| MC524456 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Sep 21, 2005 | — | Unknown |
| MC524456 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 6, 2005 | REVOKED | Aug 17, 2005 |
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
9 states • 105 inspections
Violation Summary (105 violations from latest 100 of 105 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 14 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 11 | 4 | 3 | 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 | 6 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.82DUMT | Texting while driving | 4 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 4 | 0 | 7 | 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 | 4 | 4 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 3 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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 | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.82(a)(1) | Texting while driving | 2 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-INAT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.8-D | Driver - Failed to inspect /use emergency equipment | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.203A-CBP | Cab/body components defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLILC | 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:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22H2 | Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2LV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOLTIS | Tires - All others leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLML | 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:393.23PT | All required lamps on towed vehicle inoperative due to no electrical connection | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:387.303B4 | 387.303B4 | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-DMOVE | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(4) | Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(g) | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(1) | Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(ii) | Driving after 60/70-hour limit | 1 | 0 | 8 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.78(a) | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b) | 390.21T(b) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.126B-CIM | Cargo securement - flattened/crushed vehicles | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.126 | Cargo securement - flattened/crushed vehicles | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(2) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | 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 (105 inspections)
Showing 50 of 105
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 21, 2025 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | MERRILLVILLE | I-65 | ...990958 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Mar 30, 2025 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | REMINGTON | 65 | ...942745 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Mar 26, 2025 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CHICAGO | I-55 | ...182165 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Jan 11, 2025 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | BYRON TWP | E M 6 | ...932541 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| May 17, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | THORNTON TWP | I-294 S/B | ...991002 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Apr 24, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | BENTON TWP | E I 94 | ...271075 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Mar 16, 2023 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | Worth Twp | I-294 SOUTHBOUND | ...255887 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Feb 13, 2023 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | DUPAGE TWP | I-55 | ...182175 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Feb 6, 2023 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | BEDFORD PARK | W 65TH ST | ...931244 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Sep 1, 2022 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | INDIANAPOLIS | I-70 | ...283385 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| May 31, 2022 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | THORNTON TWP | I-80 E/B | ...942742 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| May 3, 2022 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | CENTERVILLE(WAYNE) | I-70 | ...153624 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Apr 10, 2022 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LOWELL(LAKE) | I-65 | ...942731 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Apr 6, 2022 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | US 61 | ...182270 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Feb 16, 2022 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LAFAYETTE | I-65 | ...157199 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Feb 9, 2022 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | SCIPIO(JENNINGS) | STATE RD 7 | ...942631 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Oct 18, 2021 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SKOKIE | EDENS EXPY E | ...182157 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Jul 22, 2021 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 4 | South Holland | I-294 | ...153609 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| May 3, 2021 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | SLINGER | IH 041 SB | ...165706 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Apr 2, 2021 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LENOX TWP | US 34 | ...536963 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Feb 8, 2021 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | CROWN POINT | I-65 | ...543036 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Jan 22, 2021 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | CHICAGO | I-94 S/B | ...178509 | DMK EXPRESS INC |
| Oct 30, 2020 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 13, 2020 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 27, 2020 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
45 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 45 events