TOP FREIGHT EXPRESS INCORPORATED
USDOT 1882796 • 14151 IRVING AVENUE, DOLTON, IL, 60419
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-678854 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Apr 3, 2025 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NISTK4172515 | ON FILE | Apr 12, 2024 | Apr 12, 2025 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CARGO | CA 4666874 | ON FILE | Apr 20, 2010 | Jun 9, 2011 |
Insurance History (12 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-ZQ6560 | REPLACED | Apr 12, 2023 | Apr 12, 2024 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-ZQ6560 | CANCELLED | Apr 12, 2023 | May 16, 2024 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WF008990 | REPLACED | Apr 12, 2019 | Apr 12, 2023 |
| MIDWEST FAMILY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CPIL0560114437 | REPLACED | Apr 12, 2017 | Apr 12, 2019 |
| GUIDEONE SPECIALTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO | BIPD/Primary | CRC541000032 00 | REPLACED | Apr 12, 2016 | Apr 12, 2017 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN170083 | REPLACED | Apr 12, 2015 | Apr 12, 2016 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN170083 | CANCELLED | Apr 12, 2015 | May 16, 2016 |
| GRANGE INDEMNITY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | XA 2997682 | REPLACED | Apr 12, 2012 | Apr 12, 2015 |
| MID-CENTURY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 605002598 | REPLACED | Apr 18, 2011 | Apr 12, 2012 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 4666874 | REPLACED | Apr 20, 2010 | Apr 18, 2011 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 5414474 | CANCELLED | May 13, 2009 | Oct 15, 2009 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CARGO | CA 5414474 | CANCELLED | May 13, 2009 | Oct 15, 2009 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | NISTK4172515 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 12, 2025 | Apr 12, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-ZQ6560 | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2024 | May 16, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-ZQ6560 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 12, 2024 | Apr 12, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF008990 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 12, 2023 | Apr 12, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | MIDWEST FAMILY MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CPIL0560114437 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 12, 2019 | Apr 12, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | GUIDEONE SPECIALTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO | CRC541000032 00 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 12, 2017 | Apr 12, 2017 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN170083 | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2016 | May 16, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN170083 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 12, 2016 | Apr 12, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | GRANGE INDEMNITY INSURANCE COMPANY | XA 2997682 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 12, 2015 | Apr 12, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | MID-CENTURY INSURANCE CO. | 605002598 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 12, 2012 | Apr 12, 2012 |
| CANCEL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 4666874 | CARGO | Jun 9, 2011 | Jun 9, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 4666874 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 18, 2011 | Apr 18, 2011 |
| CANCEL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 5414474 | CARGO | Oct 15, 2009 | Oct 15, 2009 |
| CANCEL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 5414474 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 15, 2009 | Oct 15, 2009 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-678854 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (3 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC678854 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 17, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 3, 2025 |
| MC678854 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Apr 29, 2010 | — | Unknown |
| MC678854 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | May 27, 2009 | REVOKED | Oct 21, 2009 |
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
9 states • 52 inspections
Violation Summary (83 violations from 52 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 7 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75G-TAOW | Tires - All others weight carried exceeds tire load limit | 4 | 4 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 2 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(a) | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LIL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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 | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.3A3I-HOSPDIT | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPDOOS | False record of duty status | 1 | 1 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.205C | Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24C2II | Driver failed to manually add the trailer number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100C-C | Cargo - Cargo not secured against shifting | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2AU | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.82A1 | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.86A6-RIG | Rear end protection (ICC bumper) missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203 | Cab/body parts requirements violations | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(g) | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24(c)(2)(ii) | Driver failed to manually add the trailer number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.26(b) | Motor carrier failed to ensure that the ELD automatically recorded the required data elements. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.3(e) | Driver prohibited from performing safety sensitive functions per 382.501(a) in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse | 1 | 1 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(2) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70(b) | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209(e) | Power steering violations | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | 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 (52 inspections)
Showing 50 of 52
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | DOLTON | LINCOLN AVENUE | ...102919 | TOP FREIGHT EXPRESS INCORPORATED |
| Sep 28, 2023 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | CHICAGO | S BRAINARD AVE | ...804282 | TOP FREIGHT EXPRESS INCORPORATED |
| Jul 3, 2023 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SOMERS | IH 041 SB | ...HE7415 | TOP FREIGHT EXPRESS INCORPORATED |
| Feb 28, 2020 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 14, 2020 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 7, 2018 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| May 12, 2017 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 5, 2015 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 30, 2013 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
24 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records