KOVTUN INC
USDOT 2295452 • 5505 CAMBRIDGE WAY, HANOVER PARK, IL, 60133
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-783803 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Apr 30, 2020 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0160171001 | ON FILE | Oct 5, 2020 | Oct 1, 2020 |
Insurance History (11 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0160171001 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2020 | Oct 1, 2021 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA2082516 | REPLACED | May 4, 2020 | Oct 5, 2020 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN238672 | CANCELLED | Sep 25, 2018 | May 4, 2020 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN238672 | CANCELLED | May 4, 2018 | Sep 25, 2018 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA6148111 | REPLACED | May 4, 2017 | May 4, 2018 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 506-8850427 | CANCELLED | May 4, 2016 | Jun 4, 2017 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 3701571 | CANCELLED | May 4, 2015 | May 4, 2016 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | BIPD/Primary | 02TRM006388-01 | CANCELLED | May 4, 2014 | May 4, 2015 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN121782 | REPLACED | May 4, 2013 | May 4, 2014 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0037498 | CANCELLED | Jul 11, 2012 | May 4, 2013 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0037498 | NAME CHANGED | May 4, 2012 | Jul 3, 2012 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0160171001 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2021 | Oct 1, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA2082516 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 5, 2020 | Oct 5, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0160171001 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2020 | Oct 1, 2020 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN238672 | BIPD/Primary | May 4, 2020 | May 4, 2020 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN238672 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 25, 2018 | Sep 25, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA6148111 | BIPD/Primary | May 4, 2018 | May 4, 2018 |
| CANCEL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 506-8850427 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 4, 2017 | Jun 4, 2017 |
| CANCEL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 3701571 | BIPD/Primary | May 4, 2016 | May 4, 2016 |
| CANCEL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | 02TRM006388-01 | BIPD/Primary | May 4, 2015 | May 4, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN121782 | BIPD/Primary | May 4, 2014 | May 4, 2014 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0037498 | BIPD/Primary | May 4, 2013 | May 4, 2013 |
| NAMECHG | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0037498 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 3, 2012 | Jul 3, 2012 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-783803 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-783803 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (8 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC783803 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 7, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 30, 2020 |
| MC783803 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 29, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 4, 2018 |
| MC783803 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jun 20, 2017 | — | Unknown |
| MC783803 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 7, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 4, 2016 |
| MC783803 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 7, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 4, 2015 |
| MC783803 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 8, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 1, 2013 |
| MC783803 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jul 13, 2012 | REVOKED | Jun 12, 2017 |
| MC783803 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | May 11, 2012 | REVOKED | Jul 3, 2012 |
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
12 states • 98 inspections
Violation Summary (149 violations from 98 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 16 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 13 | 7 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 8 | 3 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 5 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 4 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 4 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30(b)(1) | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 2 | 7 | 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:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 2 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(i) | 395.3(a)(3)(i) | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | 2 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 2 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24(d) | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSOA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55D1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11B-CSRIGRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205C-WRAWFLMIB | Wheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A3-HOSPRNP | Driving beyond 11 hour driving limit in a 14-hour period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHWS | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2C | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2IRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(5) | Not physically qualified | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.26(b) | Motor carrier failed to ensure that the ELD automatically recorded the required data elements. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(9) | 395.8(f)(9) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(6) | 395.8(f)(6) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.5(a)(2) | BAC 0.04+ | 1 | 1 | 10 | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:392.5(a)(3) | Driver having possession of alcohol while on duty or operating or in physical control of a CMV | 1 | 1 | — | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 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:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24(c)(2)(iii) | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(a) | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83(h) | Exhaust - Not securely fastened to the vehicle | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(e) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.9(d)(2) | Failure to correct defects noted on previous inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(k)(2) | ELD malfunction / not functional | 1 | 1 | 5 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.7(a) | Driver failing to conduct pre-trip inspection | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83(e) | Exhaust - System discharging from a truck or truck-tractor at a location other than at the rear of the cab | 1 | 1 | — | 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 (98 inspections)
Showing 50 of 98
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 15, 2025 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SACRAMENTO | J ST | ...961751 | KOVTUN INC |
| Dec 28, 2024 | UT | TOW | 0 | 0 | SALT LAKE CITY | I-80 (eastbound), at MP 117 | ...601527 | KOVTUN INC |
| Dec 6, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | CAROL STREAM | NORTH | ...243457 | KOVTUN INC |
| Jan 5, 2023 | UT | TOW | 0 | 0 | GRANTSVILLE | I-80, at - 10 Feet P of I-80 | ...961755 | KOVTUN INC |
| Jul 4, 2022 | WY | TOW | 0 | 0 | CHEYENNE | I-80 MP 356.60 | ...982183 | KOVTUN INC |
| Apr 4, 2022 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | ST CHARLES | E MAIN ST | ...JK0836 | KOVTUN INC |
| Mar 9, 2022 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | ROMEOVILLE | TROXEL AVE | ...138346 | KOVTUN INC |
| Aug 24, 2021 | NV | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | R2 - I80/10MM | ...961816 | KOVTUN INC |
| Mar 13, 2014 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Enforcement Actions
1 closed case — FMCSA civil penalties
1 Enforcement Case
| Case Number | Closed Date | Violation Code(s) | Settlement | Subject Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IL-2024-0085-US1805 | Oct 9, 2024 | 382.503 | $6,030 | Carrier |
Compliance Timeline
23 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records