BRINK TRUCK LINES INC
Book with caution — review signals below
No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking.
- Common (Property) gap · 1316 days Inactive Mar 31, 1995 → reinstated Nov 6, 1998
- OOS rate worse than size peers Driver and/or vehicle out-of-service rate is above the peer median.
- 1 fatality on crash record 47 FMCSA-reportable crashes on file. Details →
Plain-text risk summary (print / paste)
TruckCodex risk summary — BRINK TRUCK LINES INC (USDOT 157881) Verdict: CAUTION Book with caution — review signals below No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking. Authority / census status: Active Officer(s): LES BRINK (Company officer); DEBRA BRINK (Company officer 2) Organization: CORPORATION Blockers: (none) Cautions: • Common (Property) gap · 1316 days — Inactive Mar 31, 1995 → reinstated Nov 6, 1998 • OOS rate worse than size peers — Driver and/or vehicle out-of-service rate is above the peer median. • 1 fatality on crash record — 47 FMCSA-reportable crashes on file. On file: • 1 active operating authority • Active insurance on file — FARM BUREAU GENERAL INS CO OF MICHIGAN · 91 • BOC-3 process agent on file — TRUCK PROCESS AGENTS OF AMERICA, INC • Satisfactory FMCSA safety rating • OOS rate better than size peers Source: https://truckcodex.com/usdot/157881/ As of: Jul 23, 2026 Always confirm on FMCSA SAFER and L&I before tendering — TruckCodex mirrors public filings and can lag by up to a day.
TruckCodex · compliance grade
Compliance grade B
Composite of 5/5 scored components (mean 82/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
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confidence 100% · 5/5 signals
Compliance grade B
Composite of 5/5 scored components (mean 82/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
Active census status with no OOS order or revoked authority on file.
Active insurance rows exist, but BIPD/Primary match is unclear — verify on L&I.
Driver OOS 3.2% vs peer median 0% (worse). Vehicle OOS 10% vs peer median 15.8% (better). n=26117 same-size ACTIVE peers.
Official FMCSA Satisfactory safety rating.
No BMC-91 insurance-lapse watch classification on file for this USDOT.
TruckCodex compliance grade from authority, BIPD, peer OOS, FMCSA safety rating, and insurance-watch signals. Not legal advice. See methodology. Booking triage on this page: Caution.
1 active liability policy
Company profile
No active FMCSA cargo filing on file.
FMCSA L&I filing evidence — not a shipper certificate of insurance (COI). Cargo (BMC-34) is primarily an HHG / household-goods requirement; general freight carriers often have none.
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InsuranceFARM BUREAU GENERAL INS CO OF MICHIGANPolicy effective Nov 3, 1998
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Process AgentTRUCK PROCESS AGENTS OF AMERICA, INCBOC-3 on file
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Operating AuthorityMC180478ACTIVE
Fleet details (MCS-150)
| Vehicle type | Owned | Term leased | Trip leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck tractors | 37 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailers | 99 | 0 | 0 |
| Trucks | 1 | 0 | 0 |
Self-reported on the carrier’s Form MCS-150 (FMCSA Company Census).
Accident reports (24 months)
All 47 crashes →| Last 6 months | 6–12 months | 12–24 months | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fatalities | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Injuries | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Tow-away | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| Crash reports | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
Reportable crashes from FMCSA MCMIS for the trailing 24 months. Counts may differ slightly from SAFER due to reporting lag.
Inspections (24 months)
All 41 inspections →| Driver | Vehicle | Hazmat | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspections | 30 | 30 | 0 |
| OOS inspections | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| OOS percentage | 3.33% | 0% | — |
| National average | 6.67% | 22.26% | 4.44% |
Roadside inspections in the last 24 months. National averages are FMCSA MCSAP reference rates (driver ~6.7%, vehicle ~23.4%, hazmat ~4.4%).
Carrier analysis & narrative context SEO summary, status notes, AI overview, and safety profiles
BRINK TRUCK LINES INC is a corporation based in HOLLAND, MI, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 157881. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, with a safety rating of Satisfactory. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 38 power units and 39 drivers, with 41 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 10.0%. Use this page to verify the carrier's authority and insurance, review its inspection and crash history, and cross-reference live data on FMCSA SAFER before booking a load or onboarding a partner.
BRINK TRUCK LINES INC is a mid-sized fleet, operating 38 power units and 39 drivers, organized as a corporation, with 31 years on FMCSA's records, based in Holland, MI. Across 33 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 6.1% out-of-service rate, with 1 reportable crash. BIPD/Primary insurance is on file with NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY, and operating authority is active for contract (common authority is revoked).
33 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 313% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in MI (15) and IN (12), with Level 3 inspections the most common.
6.1% out-of-service rate; led by Unsafe Driving (66.7% of violations); top code 392.2 (Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued) cited 7 times.
The fleet comprises 38 power units (mid-sized fleet) and 39 drivers; Volvo, Utility, and Unknown are the most-inspected makes.
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 26,117 ACTIVE carriers operating 19–57 power units (±50% of this carrier's 38 unit fleet).
Authority gap detected (1)
- Common (Property) authority was inactive from Mar 31, 1995 to Nov 6, 1998 (1316 days)
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Activity by State
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Volvo | 38 | |
| Utility | 17 | |
| Trailer | 3 | |
| Unknown | 3 | |
| Cade | 2 | |
| Great Dane | 2 | |
| Wabash National | 2 |
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
| BASIC | Inspections | Serious | Measure | Percentile | Alert | As Of |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Driver Fitness | 1 | — | 0.08 | 0 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Controlled Substances / Alcohol | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Hours of Service | 2 | — | 0.20 | 0 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Unsafe Driving | 5 | — | 1.48 | 1 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
Higher percentiles indicate worse performance relative to peer carriers. Carriers at or above the FMCSA intervention threshold are marked ALERT.
Recent Inspections (41 rows) View all 41 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87372623 | Mar 23, 2026 | MI | 3 | — |
Volvo TRUCK TRACTOR
MI RB47079
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4V4NC9EHXSN67203
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0 | — | No |
| 87284602 | Mar 11, 2026 | MI | 3 | mi-e/b-scale |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLEWA1 | No |
| 87240355 | Mar 9, 2026 | IN | 3 | GARY IN |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLS2 | No |
| 87089427 | Feb 18, 2026 | MI | 3 | — |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLS4 | No |
| 86889713 | Jan 22, 2026 | IN | 2 | CHESTERTON IN |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 86723093 | Jan 5, 2026 | OH | 2 | NEVADA OH |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 86514653 | Dec 4, 2025 | IN | 2 | CHESTERTON IN |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 86358687 | Nov 18, 2025 | IN | 3 | PERU IN |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 392.2-SLLED, 395.24 | No |
| 86349719 | Nov 17, 2025 | MA | 2 | S-PEABODY |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLL | No |
| 86298836 | Nov 12, 2025 | MI | 2 | WB SCALE |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLEWA2 | No |
| 86298678 | Nov 10, 2025 | MI | 2 | mi-e/b-scale |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLEWA2 | No |
| 85725263 | Sep 9, 2025 | MI | 3 | mi-w/bi69@lake-nepessing |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLS1 | No |
| 85786243 | Sep 8, 2025 | IN | 3 | CHESTERTON IN |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
Ticket: Volkswagon
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0 | — | No |
| 85593688 | Aug 19, 2025 | IN | 3 | CHESTERTON IN |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 84917646 | Jun 4, 2025 | GA | 3 | VALDOSTA GA |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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6 | 395.24, 395.3A3II | No |
| 84316918 | Apr 3, 2025 | MI | 3 | mi-e/b-m-55-&-m-66-(south) |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 391.41B10-MC, 392.2-SLLS2 | Yes |
| 84302417 | Mar 31, 2025 | IN | 3 | CHESTERTON IN |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 84234251 | Mar 25, 2025 | OH | 3 | LIMA OH |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 84049576 | Mar 5, 2025 | IN | 2 | CHESTERTON IN |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLEWA1 | No |
| 83673508 | Jan 21, 2025 | IL | 3 | il-008---bolingbrook---i-55-s/b |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 83632775 | Jan 14, 2025 | OH | 3 | LIMA OH |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 83601531 | Jan 13, 2025 | MI | 3 | — |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 83515908 | Dec 30, 2024 | MI | 2 | mi-new-buffalo-scale-e/b |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLEWA1 | No |
| 83328805 | Dec 4, 2024 | MI | 3 | ROADSIDE |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 83253458 | Nov 25, 2024 | MI | 3 | mi-w/b-i-96-&-latson |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLS2 | No |
Recent Crashes (47 rows) View all 47 →
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ILX003751324 | Mar 13, 2025 | IL | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MI0002978247 | Sep 5, 2023 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| ILX002676936 | Jun 29, 2022 | IL | 0 | 1 | No | No | Injury |
| MI0002494506 | Jan 24, 2022 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| ILX002501678 | Jan 4, 2022 | IL | 1 | 1 | Yes | No | Fatal |
| MI0002431190 | Nov 22, 2021 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MI0002202563 | Feb 5, 2021 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| OH0205015072 | Jan 26, 2020 | OH | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| TN0102487578 | Aug 24, 2019 | TN | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| IN0903306806 | Jan 28, 2019 | IN | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| IN0903172965 | Jun 23, 2018 | IN | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MI0001362703 | May 1, 2018 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| TX53P9HQE1MB | Jan 19, 2018 | TX | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MI0001108113 | Aug 14, 2017 | MI | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| MI0009852401 | Nov 7, 2016 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| VA0162175084 | Aug 1, 2016 | VA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| TX4OBAHQE1YQ | Jul 12, 2016 | TX | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| MI0008742532 | Oct 7, 2013 | MI | 0 | 3 | Yes | No | Injury |
| OH0136622219 | Mar 27, 2013 | OH | 0 | 4 | Yes | No | Injury |
| MI0008447862 | Aug 6, 2012 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MI0008438607 | Aug 6, 2012 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| IN0901127061 | Jun 19, 2009 | IN | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| MI0007142215 | Oct 13, 2008 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MI0007111857 | Sep 8, 2008 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| IL0008951911 | May 30, 2008 | IL | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
Authority Records (1 docket)
Insurance Coverage Timeline (5 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Limit | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FARM BUREAU GENERAL INS CO OF MICHIGAN | 914307 | 91 | — | Nov 3, 1998 | On file | ACTIVE |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT-660-306X4271-TIL-97 | CARGO | — | Jun 14, 1997 | Dec 3, 2017 | CANCELLED |
| ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | IM02102311 | CARGO | — | May 14, 1995 | Sep 6, 1995 | CANCELLED |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | T 086850 | BIPD/Primary | — | Oct 28, 1991 | Nov 4, 1994 | CANCELLED |
| LUMBERMENS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 3AT568036 | CARGO | — | May 14, 1987 | Jul 4, 1995 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Dec 3, 2017insuranceCANCEL — TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA
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Feb 17, 2000
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Nov 6, 1998
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Sep 6, 1995insuranceCANCEL — ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO.
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Jul 4, 1995insuranceCANCEL — LUMBERMENS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO.
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Mar 31, 1995
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Mar 31, 1995authority gapCommon (Property) authority inactive: 1316 days (through Nov 6, 1998)
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Nov 4, 1994insuranceCANCEL — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jul 19, 1990
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Jun 8, 1987
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| CHESTERTON IN | IN | 7 | 0 |
| LIMA OH | OH | 2 | 0 |
| ROADSIDE | OH | 2 | 0 |
| GREENWICH | CT | 1 | 0 |
| MACON GA | GA | 1 | 0 |
| VALDOSTA GA | GA | 1 | 0 |
| I-294 | IL | 1 | 0 |
| GARY IN | IN | 1 | 0 |
| LAFAYETTE IN | IN | 1 | 0 |
| LAKE STATION IN | IN | 1 | 0 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392.2 | Violation of Local Laws - Explain: | Unsafe Driving | 10 | 0 |
| 395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD form and manner | Hours of Service | 6 | 0 |
| 393.11 | No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.130 | No/improper heavy vehicle/machine securement | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 1 |
| 395.22(g) | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | Hours of Service | 1 | 0 |
| 395.3(a)(3)(ii) | Driving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty, off duty, or sleeper period of at least 30 minutes | Hours of Service | 1 | 0 |
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Docket MC180478
common · ACTIVE · MC
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FARM BUREAU GENERAL INS CO OF MICHIGAN
91 policy on file
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TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA
CARGO policy on file
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ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO.
CARGO policy on file
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NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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LUMBERMENS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO.
CARGO policy on file
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TRUCK PROCESS AGENTS OF AMERICA, INC
BOC-3 process agent · 127,947 carriers served
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41 inspections
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47 reportable crashes
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