LION LINES GROUP INC
USDOT 1931419 • 4949 PRINTERS WAY APT 390, FRISCO, TX, 75033
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-689954 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Feb 15, 2024 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP31968A | ON FILE | Jul 30, 2021 | Mar 4, 2024 |
| HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | IHZ 5900277 | ON FILE | Aug 31, 2009 | Sep 7, 2021 |
Insurance History (12 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP31968A | REPLACED | Jul 30, 2021 | Feb 14, 2024 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP31968A | NAME CHANGED | Jun 26, 2017 | Sep 7, 2021 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP31968A | REPLACED | Jun 26, 2017 | Jul 30, 2021 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0039924001 | REPLACED | Jun 26, 2016 | Jun 26, 2017 |
| LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CM0058703 | CANCELLED | Jun 26, 2014 | Jun 26, 2016 |
| SCOTTSDALE INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LTI0002145 | CANCELLED | Jul 8, 2013 | Jun 27, 2014 |
| SCOTTSDALE INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LTI0002145 | REPLACED | Jul 8, 2013 | Jun 26, 2014 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CT788342-8012-121 | CANCELLED | Jul 8, 2012 | Jul 8, 2013 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WK073518 | CANCELLED | Jul 8, 2011 | Aug 11, 2012 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WK073518 | REPLACED | Jul 8, 2011 | Jul 8, 2012 |
| PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | P0009-108537 | REPLACED | Jun 8, 2011 | Jul 8, 2011 |
| PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | P0009-108537 | CANCELLED | Jul 8, 2009 | Jun 8, 2011 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP31968A | BIPD/Primary | Mar 4, 2024 | Mar 4, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP31968A | BIPD/Primary | Feb 14, 2024 | Feb 14, 2024 |
| NAMECHG | HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | IHZ 5900277 | CARGO | Sep 7, 2021 | Sep 7, 2021 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP31968A | BIPD/Primary | Sep 7, 2021 | Sep 7, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP31968A | BIPD/Primary | Jul 30, 2021 | Jul 30, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0039924001 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2017 | Jun 26, 2017 |
| CANCEL | LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY | CM0058703 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2016 | Jun 26, 2016 |
| TERM/CANCL | SCOTTSDALE INDEMNITY COMPANY | LTI0002145 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 27, 2014 | Jun 27, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | SCOTTSDALE INDEMNITY COMPANY | LTI0002145 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2014 | Jun 26, 2014 |
| CANCEL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT788342-8012-121 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 8, 2013 | Jul 8, 2013 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WK073518 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 11, 2012 | Aug 11, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WK073518 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 8, 2012 | Jul 8, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | P0009-108537 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 8, 2011 | Jul 8, 2011 |
| CANCEL | PRAETORIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | P0009-108537 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 8, 2011 | Jun 8, 2011 |
Authority Action History (7 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC689954 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 29, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 15, 2024 |
| MC689954 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 3, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 2, 2021 |
| MC689954 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 31, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 22, 2016 |
| MC689954 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 2, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 25, 2014 |
| MC689954 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 11, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 3, 2013 |
| MC689954 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 12, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 13, 2011 |
| MC689954 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Sep 18, 2009 | — | 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
30 states • 174 inspections
Violation Summary (167 violations from latest 100 of 174 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 11 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 8 | 8 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207F-SDAS | Suspension - Deflated air suspension | 6 | 6 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 5 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 5 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 5 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 4 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 4 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSL | Fuel system leak | 3 | 3 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSOA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TEPBM | Tires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 3 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24C2II-ELDTN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify CMV trailer number. | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 3 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | 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:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LRLM | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60E | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BMBCBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51A-SOUT | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | 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:395.8D3-HOSF | 395.8D3-HOSF | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8D5-HOSF | 395.8D5-HOSF | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8D11-HOSF | 395.8D11-HOSF | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22H4-ELDBRODS | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have a supply of blank driver's records of duty status graph-grids sufficient to record the driver's duty status a | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.5-HL | Hubs - Leaking hub | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205C-WR | Wheel/Rim - Wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9T | Inoperable tail lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPDIT | HOS (Property) - Driver driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| 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:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.41B10-MC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial vehicle without corrective lenses or hearing aid as indicated on the driver's medical certificate | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.9A3 | Drivers view and / or movement is obstructed | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207A-STBW | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLMF | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11TU | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207A-SAPPAS | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-TFCV | Tires - Front in contact with a part of the vehicle | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207A-SAPPCBLM | Suspension defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45C-BSG | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3AII | Driving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty off duty or sleeper berth period of at least 30 consecutive minutes | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55D1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9H | Inoperable head lamps | 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:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2FC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22G | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24C1III | Driver failed to add file comment per safety officers request | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| 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:393.207A-SUBL | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11TL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III-ELDSDN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify shipping document number. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205A-WRBH | Wheel/rim defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | 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 (174 inspections)
Showing 50 of 174
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
17 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (17 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 24, 2025 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | SEYMOUR | E TIPTON ST | ...932271 | LION LINES GROUP INC |
| Jun 29, 2025 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LASALLE TWP | 80 | ...964503 | LION LINES GROUP INC |
| May 27, 2025 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BATON ROUGE | GREENWELL SPRINGS | ...340319 | LION LINES GROUP INC |
| Mar 5, 2025 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | NICOLLET | 14 | ...285428 | LION LINES GROUP INC |
| Jan 22, 2024 | WY | TOW | 0 | 0 | GREEN RIVER | I-80 MP 83.01 | ...674654 | LION LINES GROUP INC |
| Feb 8, 2023 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | MOUNT AIRY | 77 | ...674658 | LION LINES INC |
| Jun 1, 2022 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | INDIANAPOLIS | I-70 | ...733416 | LION LINES INC |
| Mar 16, 2022 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LOWRY CITY | MO 13 | ...410688 | LION LINES INC |
| Sep 27, 2021 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | EB INTERSTATE 80 @ 188.9 | ...GV0448 | LION LINES INC |
| Sep 8, 2020 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 19, 2020 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 3, 2020 | NE | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 13, 2019 | WY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 22, 2019 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 22, 2019 | WY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 14, 2018 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 19, 2017 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
32 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 32 events