VIRK EXPRESS INC
USDOT 1518349 • 70 OPUS CIR, SACRAMENTO, CA, 95834
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-680687 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Aug 24, 2023 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BA2607935 | ON FILE | Aug 31, 2022 | Aug 31, 2023 |
Insurance History (8 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP43348A | CANCELLED | Aug 31, 2018 | Oct 4, 2022 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP43348A | REPLACED | Aug 31, 2018 | Aug 31, 2022 |
| WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BA2604181 | REPLACED | Aug 31, 2016 | Aug 31, 2018 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP79574A | CANCELLED | Oct 18, 2011 | May 8, 2013 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP79574A | NAME CHANGED | Jun 15, 2010 | Nov 22, 2011 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP79574A | REPLACED | Jun 15, 2010 | Oct 18, 2011 |
| FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIERS RISK RETENTION GROUP | BIPD/Primary | CAT2008-0020-01-847 | CANCELLED | Jun 15, 2009 | Jun 16, 2010 |
| FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIERS RISK RETENTION GROUP | BIPD/Primary | CAT2008-0020-01-847 | REPLACED | Jun 15, 2009 | Jun 15, 2010 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BA2607935 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 31, 2023 | Aug 31, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP43348A | BIPD/Primary | Oct 4, 2022 | Oct 4, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP43348A | BIPD/Primary | Aug 31, 2022 | Aug 31, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | WILSHIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | BA2604181 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 31, 2018 | Aug 31, 2018 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP79574A | BIPD/Primary | May 8, 2013 | May 8, 2013 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP79574A | BIPD/Primary | Nov 22, 2011 | Nov 22, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP79574A | BIPD/Primary | Oct 18, 2011 | Oct 18, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIERS RISK RETENTION GROUP | CAT2008-0020-01-847 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 16, 2010 | Jun 16, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | FEDERAL MOTOR CARRIERS RISK RETENTION GROUP | CAT2008-0020-01-847 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 15, 2010 | Jun 15, 2010 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-680687 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC680687 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 4, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 24, 2023 |
| MC680687 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Sep 7, 2016 | — | Unknown |
| MC680687 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 20, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 19, 2011 |
| MC680687 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 20, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 10, 2010 |
| MC680687 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 18, 2009 | REVOKED | May 14, 2013 |
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 • 63 inspections
Violation Summary (105 violations from 63 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 14 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 6 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B2-ELDDFC24 | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to certify the record immediately after the final required entry has been made or corrected for the 24 hour period. | 4 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 4 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUCR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 3 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 3 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 2 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.19A2 | 390.19A2 | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | 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:390.19B2-BIENNIAL | 390.19B2-BIENNIAL | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.8D9-HOSF | 395.8D9-HOSF | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-ALBV | Air Brake - Any leak from a brake valve | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-OAL | Other - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.60A-D | Driver - Unauthorized passenger(s) on-board a CMV | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.28-WS | Wiring - improper/inadequate | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.15(g)(1) | 395.15(g)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24(c)(2)(iii) | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.60(e) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | 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:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | 1 | 1 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.26(b) | Motor carrier failed to ensure that the ELD automatically recorded the required data elements. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | 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 (63 inspections)
Showing 50 of 63
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
4 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (4 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 2024 | UT | TOW | 0 | 0 | WENDOVER | I-80, at MP 37 | ...BA4003 | VIRK EXPRESS INC |
| May 17, 2024 | UT | TOW | 0 | 0 | PERRY | I-15 | ...036853 | VIRK EXPRESS INC |
| Feb 21, 2023 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | RT80/.4MI E OF APPLEGATE RD | ...025444 | VIRK EXPRESS INC |
| Aug 18, 2011 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
14 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records