VS EXPRESS INC
USDOT 1649745 • 99 MONROE AVE NW SUITE 200, GRAND RAPIDS, MI, 49503
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-607280 | ACTIVE | Unknown | May 28, 2024 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | MF-005222 | ON FILE | May 31, 2024 | May 31, 2024 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TN645833 | ON FILE | May 31, 2009 | Jun 30, 2011 |
Insurance History (16 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 010-75-2207 | CANCELLED | May 31, 2023 | May 31, 2024 |
| INDEMNITY INSURANCE CO. OF NORTH AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | MMTH25549090 | REPLACED | May 31, 2021 | May 31, 2023 |
| PROGRESSIVE MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 7684968 | REPLACED | Sep 30, 2019 | May 31, 2021 |
| PROGRESSIVE MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA7684968 | CANCELLED | May 31, 2018 | Sep 30, 2019 |
| FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRX000021-00 | CANCELLED | May 31, 2017 | May 31, 2018 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CM0060159 | CANCELLED | Apr 5, 2016 | May 31, 2017 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CM0060159 | NAME CHANGED | May 31, 2015 | May 3, 2016 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CM0060159 | REPLACED | May 31, 2015 | Apr 5, 2016 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN127062 | REPLACED | Sep 3, 2013 | May 31, 2015 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN645833 | REPLACED | May 31, 2009 | Sep 3, 2013 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CM0044848 | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 2008 | Jun 28, 2009 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CM0044848 | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 2008 | Jun 28, 2009 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CM0044848 | REPLACED | Aug 1, 2008 | May 31, 2009 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CM0044848 | REPLACED | Aug 1, 2008 | May 31, 2009 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | CM0044848 | CANCELLED | May 31, 2007 | Aug 1, 2008 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CM0044848 | CANCELLED | May 31, 2007 | Aug 1, 2008 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | MF-005222 | BIPD/Primary | May 31, 2024 | May 31, 2024 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 010-75-2207 | BIPD/Primary | May 31, 2024 | May 31, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | INDEMNITY INSURANCE CO. OF NORTH AMERICA | MMTH25549090 | BIPD/Primary | May 31, 2023 | May 31, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 7684968 | BIPD/Primary | May 31, 2021 | May 31, 2021 |
| CANCEL | PROGRESSIVE MICHIGAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA7684968 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 30, 2019 | Sep 30, 2019 |
| CANCEL | FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | TRX000021-00 | BIPD/Primary | May 31, 2018 | May 31, 2018 |
| CANCEL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0060159 | BIPD/Primary | May 31, 2017 | May 31, 2017 |
| TERM/CANCL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0060159 | BIPD/Primary | May 3, 2016 | May 3, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0060159 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 5, 2016 | Apr 5, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN127062 | BIPD/Primary | May 31, 2015 | May 31, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN645833 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 3, 2013 | Sep 3, 2013 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN645833 | CARGO | Jun 30, 2011 | Jun 30, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0044848 | CARGO | Jun 28, 2009 | Jun 28, 2009 |
| TERM/CANCL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0044848 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 28, 2009 | Jun 28, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0044848 | BIPD/Primary | May 31, 2009 | May 31, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0044848 | CARGO | May 31, 2009 | May 31, 2009 |
| CANCEL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0044848 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2008 | Aug 1, 2008 |
| CANCEL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0044848 | CARGO | Aug 1, 2008 | Aug 1, 2008 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-607280 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (7 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC607280 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 6, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 28, 2024 |
| MC607280 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 4, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 1, 2018 |
| MC607280 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 4, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 31, 2017 |
| MC607280 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 31, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 6, 2016 |
| MC607280 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jul 29, 2010 | — | Unknown |
| MC607280 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 7, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 22, 2008 |
| MC607280 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 15, 2007 | REVOKED | Jul 26, 2010 |
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
45 states • 264 inspections
Violation Summary (107 violations from latest 100 of 264 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | 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 | 6 | 6 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:177.823A-HMPMCM | Movement of damaged hazmat packages | 4 | 0 | 9 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16AD | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A | Tires/tubes - general defects | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.67C7V-F | Tires - other defects | 2 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 2 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45C-BSG | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLML | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:172.516C1-HMPMC | HM (Placarding) - Failure to securely affix/attach placard(s). | 2 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWPB | 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:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 1 | 0 | — | 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:392.2-SLLLR | 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:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TFL | Tires - Front leaking or inflation 50% or less than of the maximum inflation pressure | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-INAT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BRC | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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:395.22G-ELDMFV | HOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:177.801-HMHCNP | HM (Highway Carriage) - Driver accepted/transported HM not prepared in accordance with this Subchapter. Explain | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPDOOS | False record of duty status | 1 | 1 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:177.800C-HMTMC | Hazmat security plan not developed | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:177.817E2-HMHC | HM (Highway Carriage) - Failing to have HM shipping papers readily accessible. | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.75G-TAOW | Tires - All others weight carried exceeds tire load limit | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:172.502A1 | Placarding general requirements | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60B | Unauthorized tinting on windshield | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203A-CBP | Cab/body components defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.80A | Exhaust system defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203B-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab/body mounts loose/broken/missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5A-HNL | Oil/grease leak | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BCFSAD-SA | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-AABRF50 | The sliding suspension attachment member (undercarriage body rail) on either side exhibits 50% or more of attachment fasteners missing. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.23-LEU | Lighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g. unplugged or loose pigtail) | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TALS | Tires - All others - Leaking in sidewall area on tire equipped with ATIS | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207F-SASMD | Suspension - Air spring/bag is missing or is detached at the top or bottom. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BLMACBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A-FRMC | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A-VSP | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LFTSM | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24D-ELDPT | HOS (ELD) - On request by an authorized safety official a driver must produce and transfer from an ELD the driver's hours of service records in accordance with t | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:177.823A-HMPMCNP50% | Movement of damaged hazmat packages | 1 | 0 | 9 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | 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-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLDL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | 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 (264 inspections)
Showing 50 of 264
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
14 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (14 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 20, 2026 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I-75 NB MM 12 NEAR MADISON HWY | ...VY3628 | VS EXPRESS INC |
| Sep 17, 2025 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | East Brandywine Twp | ROUTE 0322 E | ...WH8761 | VS EXPRESS INC |
| Jul 9, 2025 | WV | INJURY | 0 | 1 | RIPLEY | I-77 MP 142 | ...VY3631 | VS EXPRESS INC |
| May 8, 2025 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | ORLANDO | U.S. 441 (ORANGE BLOSSOM TRAIL) | ...GN4055 | VS EXPRESS INC |
| May 3, 2025 | NC | INJURY | 0 | 1 | ROCKY MOUNT | 95 | ...UX0981 | VS EXPRESS INC |
| Apr 18, 2025 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CLEAR LAKE | I 35 N 193 MM | ...VH6818 | VS EXPRESS INC |
| Feb 21, 2025 | SC | TOW | 0 | 0 | WOODRUFF | US 221 | ...UJ6006 | VS EXPRESS INC |
| Feb 1, 2025 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE | IS 70 | ...UX4603 | VS EXPRESS INC |
| Jan 17, 2025 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | MOUNT HOLLY SPRINGS BOROU | ROUTE 0034 N | ...UX0981 | VS EXPRESS INC |
| Jun 17, 2024 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | VERMILION (TOWNSHIP OF) | SR 2 | ...MZ7635 | VS EXPRESS INC |
| Apr 23, 2024 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | LUMBERTON | 95 | ...UX0986 | VS EXPRESS INC |
| Feb 14, 2024 | TN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | WILDERSVILLE | I-40 | ...639182 | VS EXPRESS INC |
| Jul 5, 2021 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | HARMONY | IH 039 NB | ...JT5484 | VS EXPRESS INC |
| Apr 29, 2021 | NJ | TOW | 0 | 0 | EAST BRUNSWICK TWP | I-95, N.J. TURNPIKE | ...JT5477 | VS EXPRESS INC |
Compliance Timeline
33 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 33 events