MAINFREIGHT INC
USDOT 1538326 • 27W364 NORTH AVE, CAROL STREAM, IL, 60185
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 4805426 | ON FILE | Apr 1, 2023 | Apr 1, 2024 |
| AMERICAN ALTERNATIVE INSURANCE CORPORATION | SURETY | MC572473 | ON FILE | Jan 20, 2012 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| THROUGH TRANSPORT MUTUAL INSURANCE ASSO. LTD | CARGO | 59624/2008/001 | ON FILE | Apr 1, 2008 | Mar 31, 2009 |
Insurance History (13 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACE PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | H08463219 | CANCELLED | Jan 13, 2020 | Oct 15, 2023 |
| ACE PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | H08463219 | REPLACED | Jan 13, 2020 | Apr 1, 2023 |
| ACE PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | H08463219 | CANCELLED | Jul 1, 2018 | Jan 13, 2020 |
| ACE PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | H08463219 | REPLACED | Jul 14, 2016 | Jul 1, 2018 |
| ACE PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | H08463219 | CANCELLED | Jul 14, 2016 | Jul 21, 2018 |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | BIPD/Primary | TP9882182 01 | CANCELLED | Jul 14, 2015 | Jul 14, 2016 |
| NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 122036 | CANCELLED | Jan 20, 2009 | Jan 20, 2012 |
| FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73553223 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2008 | Jul 14, 2015 |
| GREAT AMERICAN ASSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CAP 5975330-03 | CANCELLED | Mar 1, 2007 | Aug 14, 2008 |
| GREAT AMERICAN ASSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CAP | REPLACED | Mar 1, 2007 | Mar 1, 2007 |
| FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | OC96327401 | REPLACED | Aug 25, 2006 | Apr 1, 2008 |
| FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | OC96327401 | NAME CHANGED | Aug 25, 2006 | Sep 22, 2008 |
| GREAT AMERICAN ASSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CAP 5975330-03 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2006 | Mar 1, 2007 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 4805426 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2024 | Apr 1, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | ACE PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | H08463219 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 15, 2023 | Oct 15, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | ACE PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | H08463219 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2023 | Apr 1, 2023 |
| CANCEL | ACE PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | H08463219 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 13, 2020 | Jan 13, 2020 |
| TERM/CANCL | ACE PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | H08463219 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 21, 2018 | Jul 21, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | ACE PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | H08463219 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2018 | Jul 1, 2018 |
| CANCEL | THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | TP9882182 01 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 14, 2016 | Jul 14, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | 73553223 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 14, 2015 | Jul 14, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN ALTERNATIVE INSURANCE CORPORATION | MC572473 | SURETY | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| CANCEL | NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | 122036 | SURETY | Jan 20, 2012 | Jan 20, 2012 |
| CANCEL | THROUGH TRANSPORT MUTUAL INSURANCE ASSO. LTD | 59624/2008/001 | CARGO | Mar 31, 2009 | Mar 31, 2009 |
| TERM/CANCL | FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | OC96327401 | CARGO | Sep 22, 2008 | Sep 22, 2008 |
| CANCEL | GREAT AMERICAN ASSURANCE COMPANY | CAP 5975330-03 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 14, 2008 | Aug 14, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | OC96327401 | CARGO | Apr 1, 2008 | Apr 1, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT AMERICAN ASSURANCE COMPANY | CAP 5975330-03 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2007 | Mar 1, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT AMERICAN ASSURANCE COMPANY | CAP | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2007 | Mar 1, 2007 |
Authority Action History (6 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC572473 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 17, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 19, 2019 |
| MC572473 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 25, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 2, 2018 |
| MC572473 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 17, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 14, 2016 |
| MC572473 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 18, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 19, 2008 |
| MC572473 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 9, 2007 | — | Unknown |
| MC572473 | PROPERTY BROKER | DISMISSED | Sep 12, 2006 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Measures
BASIC measure values (lower = better). Percentile rankings not available for this carrier. Data from SMS snapshot Apr 5, 2026.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
33 states • 544 inspections
Violation Summary (114 violations from latest 100 of 544 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 8 | 1 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 5 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 4 | 3 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 3 | 0 | 7 | 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 | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 3 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | 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:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 2 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LLPL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| fmcsr:2-SLLSOA | 2-SLLSOA | 1 | 0 | — | — |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TC-MC | 390.21TC-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.3E3-MC | 390.3E3-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | 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:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.7A-D | Driver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHWS | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:391.11B2-Q | Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. Driver failed the I | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16AD | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.11B5-LNCDLNVL | License - Operate a CMV without a valid operators license issued by one State or jurisdiction | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-INAT | 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:393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201B-FR | Frame - Cab or body mounts loose/broken/missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-F | Fuel - Dripping leak. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.34A1-ELDDFN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failed to note the malfunction of the ELD and provide written notice of the malfunction to the motor carrier within 24 hours | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLCP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.51A-SIN | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55D1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TE-LCMVINFO | 390.21TE-LCMVINFO | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.21TB3-OPERBY | 390.21TB3-OPERBY | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2FT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | 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 (544 inspections)
Showing 50 of 544
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
9 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (9 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 24, 2025 | FL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | UNINCORPORATED | SR-417 | ...WR2371 | MAINFREIGHT INC |
| May 23, 2025 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | IH 20 | ...895044 | MAINFREIGHT INC |
| Dec 3, 2024 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BROWNSVILLE | 700 ALTON GLOOR BLVD | ...186634 | MAINFREIGHT INC |
| Nov 13, 2024 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | PEMBROKE PINES | SB I-75 (STATE ROAD 93) | ...JC2195 | MAINFREIGHT INC |
| Oct 11, 2024 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | 40.056577/-122.214878 | ...220483 | MAINFREIGHT INC |
| Sep 30, 2024 | FL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | MIAMI TURNPIKE | STATE ROAD 821 | ...JH3886 | MAINFREIGHT INC |
| Jan 13, 2024 | IL | FATAL | 1 | 1 | Wilmington Twp | I055 | ...337358 | MAINFREIGHT INC |
| Sep 2, 2023 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NEWPORT NEWS CITY | 16TH STREET | ...188736 | MAINFREIGHT INC |
| Jul 7, 2022 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | POMONA | RT60/1600 FT W OF RESERVOIR ST | ...758563 | MAINFREIGHT INC |
Compliance Timeline
26 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 26 events