COAST CONNECTION INC
USDOT 1756217 • 3200 WEST LAKE STREET UNIT B, MELROSE PARK, IL, 60160
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-642388 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jan 16, 2020 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WMC1842126 | ON FILE | Jan 24, 2020 | Jan 24, 2026 |
| STRATFORD INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | BAP0728759 | ON FILE | Jan 24, 2011 | Jan 24, 2012 |
Insurance History (20 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | TP9882933 02 | CANCELLED | Jan 24, 2019 | Jan 24, 2020 |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | BIPD/Primary | TP9882933 01 | CANCELLED | Jan 24, 2018 | Jan 24, 2019 |
| WESTFIELD INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CSP 5 199 959 | CANCELLED | Jan 24, 2017 | Jan 24, 2018 |
| ILLINOIS NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP9881686 03 | CANCELLED | Jan 24, 2016 | Jan 24, 2017 |
| ILLINOIS NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP9881686 02 | CANCELLED | Jan 24, 2015 | Jan 24, 2016 |
| ILLINOIS NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP9881686 01 | CANCELLED | Jan 24, 2014 | Jan 24, 2015 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 360596 | CANCELLED | Jan 24, 2013 | Jan 24, 2014 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 358236 | CANCELLED | Jan 24, 2012 | Jan 24, 2013 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA0641515 | REPLACED | Jan 24, 2011 | Jan 24, 2012 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA0581078 | REPLACED | Jan 7, 2011 | Jan 24, 2011 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA0581078 | CANCELLED | Nov 17, 2010 | Jan 7, 2011 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA0581078 | CANCELLED | Mar 30, 2010 | Nov 17, 2010 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA0581078 | CANCELLED | Jan 24, 2010 | Mar 30, 2010 |
| HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | IHX7008988 | REPLACED | Jan 24, 2010 | Jan 24, 2011 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | IM0428054 | REPLACED | Dec 29, 2009 | Jan 24, 2010 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA0428054 | REPLACED | Jan 24, 2009 | Jan 24, 2010 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | IM0428054 | CANCELLED | Jan 24, 2009 | Dec 29, 2009 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | PIA03639101 | REPLACED | Apr 11, 2008 | Jan 24, 2009 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | PIA03639101 | CANCELLED | Apr 11, 2008 | Jan 27, 2009 |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BIPD/Primary | CT00020431 | CANCELLED | Apr 11, 2008 | Jan 24, 2009 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | WMC1842126 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 24, 2026 | Jan 24, 2026 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | TP9882933 02 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 24, 2020 | Jan 24, 2020 |
| CANCEL | THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | TP9882933 01 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 24, 2019 | Jan 24, 2019 |
| CANCEL | WESTFIELD INSURANCE CO. | CSP 5 199 959 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 24, 2018 | Jan 24, 2018 |
| CANCEL | ILLINOIS NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | TP9881686 03 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 24, 2017 | Jan 24, 2017 |
| CANCEL | ILLINOIS NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | TP9881686 02 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 24, 2016 | Jan 24, 2016 |
| CANCEL | ILLINOIS NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | TP9881686 01 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 24, 2015 | Jan 24, 2015 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 360596 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 24, 2014 | Jan 24, 2014 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 358236 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 24, 2013 | Jan 24, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CA0641515 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 24, 2012 | Jan 24, 2012 |
| CANCEL | STRATFORD INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP0728759 | CARGO | Jan 24, 2012 | Jan 24, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CA0581078 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 24, 2011 | Jan 24, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | IHX7008988 | CARGO | Jan 24, 2011 | Jan 24, 2011 |
| CANCEL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CA0581078 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 7, 2011 | Jan 7, 2011 |
| CANCEL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CA0581078 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 17, 2010 | Nov 17, 2010 |
| CANCEL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CA0581078 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 30, 2010 | Mar 30, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | IM0428054 | CARGO | Jan 24, 2010 | Jan 24, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CA0428054 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 24, 2010 | Jan 24, 2010 |
| CANCEL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | IM0428054 | CARGO | Dec 29, 2009 | Dec 29, 2009 |
| TERM/CANCL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA03639101 | CARGO | Jan 27, 2009 | Jan 27, 2009 |
| CANCEL | OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | CT00020431 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 24, 2009 | Jan 24, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA03639101 | CARGO | Jan 24, 2009 | Jan 24, 2009 |
Authority Action History (14 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC642388 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 30, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 16, 2020 |
| MC642388 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 28, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 15, 2019 |
| MC642388 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 28, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 12, 2018 |
| MC642388 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 28, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 19, 2017 |
| MC642388 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 28, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 11, 2016 |
| MC642388 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 29, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 21, 2015 |
| MC642388 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 30, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 15, 2014 |
| MC642388 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 28, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 17, 2013 |
| MC642388 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 13, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 4, 2011 |
| MC642388 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 21, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 27, 2010 |
| MC642388 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 3, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 10, 2010 |
| MC642388 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 31, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 16, 2009 |
| MC642388 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 29, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 16, 2009 |
| MC642388 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 23, 2008 | — | Unknown |
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
37 states • 322 inspections
Violation Summary (46 violations from latest 100 of 322 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| fmcsr:30B1-ELDDFR | 30B1-ELDDFR | 1 | 0 | — | — |
| fmcsr:2-SLLS3 | 2-SLLS3 | 1 | 0 | — | — |
| fmcsr:8E1PC | 8E1PC | 1 | 0 | — | — |
| FMCSR:392.2C | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.8-D | Driver - Failed to inspect /use emergency equipment | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.22A-D | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22B-DFPWD | Driver - Failed to place warning devices on the road surface | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| 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:393.75A | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTR | 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:391.11B2-S | Driver must be able to understand highway traffic signs and signals in the English language | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 1 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
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 (322 inspections)
Showing 50 of 322
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 30, 2025 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | HAMMOND | I80 | ...WT8746 | COAST CONNECTION INC |
| Oct 5, 2024 | WV | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | I-77 MP 23 | ...200420 | COAST CONNECTION INC |
| Jul 8, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | GRAND RAPIDS | FULLER | ...982260 | COAST CONNECTION INC |
| May 13, 2024 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | TUNKHANNOCK TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 0380 S | ...284593 | COAST CONNECTION INC |
| Apr 26, 2024 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | GARY | I80 | ...982260 | COAST CONNECTION INC |
| Jan 9, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | TEXAS TWP | E I 94 | ...982260 | COAST CONNECTION INC |
| Apr 4, 2023 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | MELROSE PARK | 1ST AVE | ...129999 | COAST CONNECTION INC |
| Feb 22, 2023 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | Village of Douglas | S I 196 | ...945994 | COAST CONNECTION INC |
| Dec 22, 2022 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 4 | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE | IS 44 | ...312916 | COAST CONNECTION INC |
| Nov 15, 2022 | WV | TOW | 0 | 0 | SOUTHSIDE | US RT 35 | ...267536 | COAST CONNECTION INC |
| Apr 25, 2022 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | Blackman Twp | E I94 | ...945996 | COAST CONNECTION INC |
| Nov 24, 2021 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | PLYMOUTH TWP | M 14 | ...426429 | COAST CONNECTION INC |
| Sep 17, 2021 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | LAKE STATION | I-80 WB | ...308678 | COAST CONNECTION INC |
| Sep 16, 2021 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | CHICAGO | S ASHLAND AVE | ...945997 | COAST CONNECTION INC |
| Apr 1, 2021 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BREMEN TWP | I-294 | ...942897 | COAST CONNECTION INC |
| Feb 9, 2021 | AR | TOW | 0 | 0 | BENTON | I30 | ...200433 | COAST CONNECTION INC |
| Mar 18, 2020 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 26, 2020 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 15, 2019 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 22, 2019 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 29, 2019 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 16, 2018 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 12, 2018 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 4, 2017 | TN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 20, 2017 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
48 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 48 events