KAT MOTOR FREIGHT LLC
USDOT 1986721 • 55 WALNUT ST, NORWOOD, NJ, 07648
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-716115 | REVOKED | Sep 6, 2011 | Mar 23, 2026 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 2-CWH-NJ-19-S0345752-00 | ON FILE | Sep 19, 2025 | Mar 16, 2026 |
Insurance History (16 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR2900000608 | CANCELLED | Jun 10, 2025 | Sep 23, 2025 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR2900000608 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2025 | Jun 10, 2025 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR2900000608 | CANCELLED | May 28, 2024 | Jan 25, 2025 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR2900000608 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2024 | May 28, 2024 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR2900000608 | CANCELLED | May 23, 2023 | Jan 25, 2024 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR2900000608 | CANCELLED | Apr 23, 2023 | May 23, 2023 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | CAR2900000608 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2023 | Apr 23, 2023 |
| NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CNJ0005774657-2 | CANCELLED | Jul 26, 2022 | Jan 25, 2023 |
| NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CNJ0005774657-2 | CANCELLED | May 30, 2022 | Jul 26, 2022 |
| NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CNJ0005774657-2 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2022 | May 30, 2022 |
| NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CNJ0005774657-1 | CANCELLED | Sep 7, 2021 | Jan 25, 2022 |
| NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CNJ0005774657-1 | CANCELLED | Jul 1, 2021 | Sep 7, 2021 |
| NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CNJ0005774657-1 | REPLACED | May 31, 2021 | Jul 1, 2021 |
| NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CNJ0005774657-1 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2021 | May 31, 2021 |
| DRIVE NEW JERSEY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA2067271 | REPLACED | Apr 24, 2020 | Jan 25, 2021 |
| NORTHFIELD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN036187 | CANCELLED | Jul 14, 2010 | Aug 29, 2011 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | ACCREDITED SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 2-CWH-NJ-19-S0345752-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 16, 2026 | Mar 16, 2026 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR2900000608 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 23, 2025 | Sep 23, 2025 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR2900000608 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 10, 2025 | Jun 10, 2025 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR2900000608 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2025 | Jan 25, 2025 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR2900000608 | BIPD/Primary | May 28, 2024 | May 28, 2024 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR2900000608 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2024 | Jan 25, 2024 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR2900000608 | BIPD/Primary | May 23, 2023 | May 23, 2023 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | CAR2900000608 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 23, 2023 | Apr 23, 2023 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | CNJ0005774657-2 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2023 | Jan 25, 2023 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | CNJ0005774657-2 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 26, 2022 | Jul 26, 2022 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | CNJ0005774657-2 | BIPD/Primary | May 30, 2022 | May 30, 2022 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | CNJ0005774657-1 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2022 | Jan 25, 2022 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | CNJ0005774657-1 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 7, 2021 | Sep 7, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | CNJ0005774657-1 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2021 | Jul 1, 2021 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | CNJ0005774657-1 | BIPD/Primary | May 31, 2021 | May 31, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | DRIVE NEW JERSEY INSURANCE COMPANY | CA2067271 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2021 | Jan 25, 2021 |
| CANCEL | NORTHFIELD INSURANCE COMPANY | WN036187 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 29, 2011 | Aug 29, 2011 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-716115 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-716115 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (14 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC716115 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 27, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 23, 2025 |
| MC716115 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 14, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 9, 2025 |
| MC716115 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 1, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 9, 2024 |
| MC716115 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 29, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 4, 2024 |
| MC716115 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 26, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 24, 2023 |
| MC716115 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 27, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 17, 2023 |
| MC716115 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 29, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 25, 2023 |
| MC716115 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 29, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 25, 2022 |
| MC716115 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 3, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 1, 2022 |
| MC716115 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 29, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 5, 2022 |
| MC716115 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 11, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 12, 2021 |
| MC716115 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 4, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 14, 2021 |
| MC716115 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Apr 28, 2020 | REVOKED | Mar 23, 2026 |
| MC716115 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jul 21, 2010 | REVOKED | Sep 6, 2011 |
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
10 states • 24 inspections
Violation Summary (46 violations from 24 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 9 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 6 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPDOOS | False record of duty status | 1 | 1 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8F1-HOSM | HOS (Manner) - Driver's record of duty status not current to the time shown for last change of duty status. Date and Time: | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | 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:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLILC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.11B2-Q | Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. Driver failed the I | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(1) | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | 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 (24 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
3 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (3 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2025 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | EMMAUS BOROUGH | INTERSTATE 7476 N | ...U26748 | KAT MOTOR FREIGHT LLC |
| Feb 26, 2022 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | LOWER SAUCON TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 0078 E | ...968907 | KAT MOTOR FREIGHT LLC |
| Sep 19, 2021 | MA | TOW | 0 | 0 | CHICOPEE | RTE 90 W X 6 | ...U26748 | KAT MOTOR FREIGHT LLC |
Compliance Timeline
21 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records