DKD EXPRESS INC
USDOT 2014861 • 242 E OGDEN AVE #5, HINSDALE, IL, 60521
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-709627 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Mar 13, 2025 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | SHD-84229226 | ON FILE | Mar 12, 2025 | Nov 22, 2025 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP78174A | ON FILE | Apr 27, 2010 | Jan 3, 2014 |
Insurance History (11 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | SHD-84229226 | REPLACED | Jul 30, 2024 | Jul 29, 2024 |
| SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | SHD-84229226 | CANCELLED | Jul 29, 2024 | Apr 7, 2025 |
| SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | SHD-84229226 | REPLACED | Jul 29, 2024 | Mar 12, 2025 |
| SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | SHD-84229226 | CANCELLED | Nov 22, 2023 | Jul 30, 2024 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WF011369 | REPLACED | Nov 22, 2021 | Nov 22, 2023 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WF011369 | CANCELLED | Nov 22, 2021 | Dec 20, 2023 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0047333001 | REPLACED | Nov 22, 2017 | Nov 22, 2021 |
| WESTFIELD INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CSP 3 350 097 | CANCELLED | Nov 22, 2014 | Nov 22, 2017 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP07442A | CANCELLED | Nov 22, 2013 | Nov 22, 2014 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP78174A | CANCELLED | Apr 27, 2010 | Dec 23, 2013 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP78174A | REPLACED | Apr 27, 2010 | Nov 22, 2013 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY | SHD-84229226 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 22, 2025 | Nov 22, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY | SHD-84229226 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 7, 2025 | Apr 7, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY | SHD-84229226 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 12, 2025 | Mar 12, 2025 |
| CANCEL | SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY | SHD-84229226 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 30, 2024 | Jul 30, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY | SHD-84229226 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 29, 2024 | Jul 29, 2024 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF011369 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 20, 2023 | Dec 20, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF011369 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 22, 2023 | Nov 22, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0047333001 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 22, 2021 | Nov 22, 2021 |
| CANCEL | WESTFIELD INSURANCE CO. | CSP 3 350 097 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 22, 2017 | Nov 22, 2017 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP07442A | BIPD/Primary | Nov 22, 2014 | Nov 22, 2014 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP78174A | CARGO | Jan 3, 2014 | Jan 3, 2014 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP78174A | BIPD/Primary | Dec 23, 2013 | Dec 23, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP78174A | BIPD/Primary | Nov 22, 2013 | Nov 22, 2013 |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC709627 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 11, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 13, 2025 |
| MC709627 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 26, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 21, 2017 |
| MC709627 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 27, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 20, 2014 |
| MC709627 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 30, 2010 | — | 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
24 states • 110 inspections
Violation Summary (57 violations from latest 100 of 110 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 8 | 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 | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 1 | 7 | 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.15A-LNCDLNSRW | Driving while disqualified | 1 | 0 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22G | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | 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-SLLTCD | 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:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24C2II-ELDTN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify CMV trailer number. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.9A3 | Drivers view and / or movement is obstructed | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.3-I | Illness - Operating a CMV while impaired by illness or other cause. | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLML | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.100C-C | Cargo - Cargo not secured against shifting | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100(c) | Failure to prevent cargo shifting | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22(b) | Failure to place or improper placement of warning devices on the road surface | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(ii) | Driving after 60/70-hour limit | 1 | 0 | 8 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D3-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:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:387.301(a) | 387.301(a) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUCR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.30(b)(1) | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8E1PC | HOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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 (110 inspections)
Showing 50 of 110
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
13 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (13 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 14, 2026 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | EVANSVILLE | ISTH 94 | ...298879 | DKD EXPRESS INC |
| Mar 21, 2025 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | STATE ROAD 145 | ...440460 | DKD EXPRESS INC |
| Feb 9, 2025 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 2 | GREENFIELD | IH 041 SB | ...995216 | DKD EXPRESS INC |
| Jan 4, 2024 | WY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | GILLETTE | I-90 MP 129.82 | ...995214 | DKD EXPRESS INC |
| Sep 1, 2023 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | GARY | I80 EB | ...995223 | DKD EXPRESS INC |
| May 2, 2023 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | I-4 | ...995201 | DKD EXPRESS INC |
| Jan 21, 2022 | SD | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL | SD HWY 34 | ...311774 | DKD EXPRESS INC |
| Oct 7, 2021 | MT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | +47.3135 -115.2282 | ...995225 | DKD EXPRESS INC |
| Oct 29, 2020 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 4, 2020 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 10, 2019 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 27, 2019 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 28, 2011 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
27 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 27 events