HARBOR EXPRESS LLC
USDOT 2264692 • 145 LIBERTY ST, HACKENSACK, NJ, 07601
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-773038 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jan 24, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBSIDIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRIP-CP-000000017-00 | ON FILE | Jan 25, 2025 | Feb 20, 2026 |
Insurance History (16 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OBSIDIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRIP-CP-000000017-00 | REPLACED | Jan 25, 2025 | Jan 25, 2026 |
| AMERICAN ZURICH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PRA2433757-03 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2024 | Jan 25, 2025 |
| AMERICAN ZURICH INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PRA2433757-01 | REPLACED | Jan 25, 2022 | Jan 25, 2024 |
| AMERICAN GUARANTEE & LIABILITY INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | PRA2433757-00 | REPLACED | Jan 25, 2021 | Jan 25, 2022 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | TWP500094-00 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2020 | Jan 25, 2021 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | TWP20012301 | REPLACED | Jan 25, 2018 | Jan 25, 2020 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | TWP20012300 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2017 | Jan 25, 2018 |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | BIPD/Primary | TP9486061 02 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2016 | Jan 25, 2017 |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | BIPD/Primary | SFT9486061 01 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2015 | Jan 25, 2016 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | AU201400002039 | CANCELLED | May 15, 2014 | Jan 25, 2015 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | AU201400002039 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2014 | Jun 7, 2014 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | AU201400002039 | REPLACED | Jan 25, 2014 | May 15, 2014 |
| ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MC8077990 | REPLACED | Jan 25, 2013 | Jan 25, 2013 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | AU201300002039 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2013 | Jan 25, 2014 |
| ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MC8077990 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2013 | Feb 4, 2013 |
| ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MC8077990 | CANCELLED | Jan 25, 2012 | Jan 25, 2013 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | OBSIDIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | TRIP-CP-000000017-00 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 20, 2026 | Feb 20, 2026 |
| TERM/REPL | OBSIDIAN INSURANCE COMPANY | TRIP-CP-000000017-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2026 | Jan 25, 2026 |
| CANCEL | AMERICAN ZURICH INSURANCE COMPANY | PRA2433757-03 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2025 | Jan 25, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN ZURICH INSURANCE COMPANY | PRA2433757-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2024 | Jan 25, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN GUARANTEE & LIABILITY INS. CO. | PRA2433757-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2022 | Jan 25, 2022 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | TWP500094-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2021 | Jan 25, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | TWP20012301 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2020 | Jan 25, 2020 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | TWP20012300 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2018 | Jan 25, 2018 |
| CANCEL | THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | TP9486061 02 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2017 | Jan 25, 2017 |
| CANCEL | THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | SFT9486061 01 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2016 | Jan 25, 2016 |
| CANCEL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | AU201400002039 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2015 | Jan 25, 2015 |
| TERM/CANCL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | AU201400002039 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 7, 2014 | Jun 7, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | AU201400002039 | BIPD/Primary | May 15, 2014 | May 15, 2014 |
| CANCEL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | AU201300002039 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2014 | Jan 25, 2014 |
| TERM/CANCL | ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | MC8077990 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 4, 2013 | Feb 4, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | MC8077990 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2013 | Jan 25, 2013 |
| CANCEL | ARGONAUT-MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY | MC8077990 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 25, 2013 | Jan 25, 2013 |
Authority Action History (10 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC773038 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 30, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 24, 2025 |
| MC773038 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 29, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 25, 2021 |
| MC773038 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 29, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 18, 2018 |
| MC773038 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 29, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 20, 2017 |
| MC773038 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 29, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 25, 2016 |
| MC773038 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 29, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 26, 2015 |
| MC773038 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 12, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 16, 2014 |
| MC773038 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 30, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 24, 2014 |
| MC773038 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 31, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 2, 2013 |
| MC773038 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 8, 2012 | — | 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
5 states • 12 inspections
Violation Summary (45 violations from 12 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 9 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.126B-CIM | Cargo securement - flattened/crushed vehicles | 3 | 3 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BCLMBD-SA | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 2 | 2 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BI-SA | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 2 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(2) | CDL suspended/revoked | 2 | 0 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | 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 | 1 | 1 | — | 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:395.3A1-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| 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:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIAD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100(b) | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.23 | Required lamp not powered by vehicle electric | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.126 | Cargo securement - flattened/crushed vehicles | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | 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 (12 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
6 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (6 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 17, 2023 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | LOWER SAUCON TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 0078 E | ...FJ6329 | HARBOR EXPRESS LLC |
| Nov 30, 2022 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LOWER SAUCON TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 0078 E | ...HW6172 | HARBOR EXPRESS LLC |
| Sep 23, 2019 | NJ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 30, 2019 | NJ | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 23, 2015 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 31, 2013 | NJ | FATAL | 2 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
24 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records