EMA EXPRESS LLC
USDOT 2300778 • 2949 W PALMAIRE AVE, PHOENIX, AZ, 85051
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals3 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-785553 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jan 23, 2026 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA867021368 | ON FILE | Dec 16, 2025 | Feb 18, 2026 |
Insurance History (20 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP86914A | REPLACED | Jul 25, 2022 | Dec 16, 2025 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP86914A | CANCELLED | Jul 25, 2022 | Dec 18, 2025 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 60775001 | REPLACED | Nov 19, 2021 | Jul 25, 2022 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 60775001 | CANCELLED | Jul 25, 2021 | Nov 19, 2021 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN265199 | REPLACED | Nov 13, 2019 | Jul 25, 2021 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN265199 | CANCELLED | Nov 13, 2019 | Aug 31, 2021 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN265199 | CANCELLED | Oct 18, 2019 | Nov 13, 2019 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN220950 | CANCELLED | Nov 3, 2017 | Oct 18, 2019 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN220950 | CANCELLED | Jul 25, 2017 | Nov 3, 2017 |
| WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WMC1481083 00 | CANCELLED | Jul 25, 2016 | Jul 28, 2017 |
| WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WMC1481083 00 | REPLACED | Jul 25, 2016 | Jul 25, 2017 |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | BIPD/Primary | CAC 00001-03191-15 | REPLACED | Jul 25, 2015 | Jul 25, 2016 |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | BIPD/Primary | CAC 00001-03191-14 | CANCELLED | Jan 21, 2015 | Jul 25, 2015 |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | BIPD/Primary | CAC 00001-03191-14 | CANCELLED | Nov 19, 2014 | Jan 21, 2015 |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | BIPD/Primary | CAC 00001-03191-14 | CANCELLED | Oct 16, 2014 | Nov 19, 2014 |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | BIPD/Primary | CAC 00001-03191-14 | CANCELLED | Jul 25, 2014 | Oct 16, 2014 |
| SPARTA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 013TU0039100 | CANCELLED | Jul 23, 2013 | Aug 10, 2014 |
| SPARTA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 013TU0039100 | REPLACED | Jul 23, 2013 | Jul 25, 2014 |
| REDWOOD FIRE AND CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 01 TRM001247 | REPLACED | Jul 23, 2012 | Jul 23, 2012 |
| REDWOOD FIRE AND CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 01TRM001247 | CANCELLED | Jul 23, 2012 | Jul 23, 2013 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA867021368 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 18, 2026 | Feb 18, 2026 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP86914A | BIPD/Primary | Dec 18, 2025 | Dec 18, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP86914A | BIPD/Primary | Dec 16, 2025 | Dec 16, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 60775001 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 25, 2022 | Jul 25, 2022 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 60775001 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 19, 2021 | Nov 19, 2021 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN265199 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 31, 2021 | Aug 31, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN265199 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 25, 2021 | Jul 25, 2021 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN265199 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2019 | Nov 13, 2019 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN220950 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 18, 2019 | Oct 18, 2019 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN220950 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 3, 2017 | Nov 3, 2017 |
| TERM/CANCL | WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | WMC1481083 00 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 28, 2017 | Jul 28, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | WMC1481083 00 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 25, 2017 | Jul 25, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-03191-15 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 25, 2016 | Jul 25, 2016 |
| CANCEL | SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-03191-14 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 25, 2015 | Jul 25, 2015 |
| CANCEL | SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-03191-14 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 21, 2015 | Jan 21, 2015 |
| CANCEL | SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-03191-14 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 19, 2014 | Nov 19, 2014 |
| CANCEL | SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-03191-14 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 16, 2014 | Oct 16, 2014 |
| TERM/CANCL | SPARTA INSURANCE COMPANY | 013TU0039100 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 10, 2014 | Aug 10, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | SPARTA INSURANCE COMPANY | 013TU0039100 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 25, 2014 | Jul 25, 2014 |
| CANCEL | REDWOOD FIRE AND CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 01TRM001247 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 23, 2013 | Jul 23, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | REDWOOD FIRE AND CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 01 TRM001247 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 23, 2012 | Jul 23, 2012 |
Authority Action History (8 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC785553 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 22, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 23, 2026 |
| MC785553 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 21, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 17, 2025 |
| MC785553 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 18, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 4, 2019 |
| MC785553 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 3, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 26, 2017 |
| MC785553 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 29, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 29, 2015 |
| MC785553 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 14, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 28, 2014 |
| MC785553 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 26, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 23, 2013 |
| MC785553 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jul 30, 2012 | — | Unknown |
Out-of-Service Orders (1)
| OOS Date | Reason | Status | Rescinded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 12, 2012 | New Entrant Revoked - Failure of Safety Audit | ACTIVE | Feb 6, 2013 |
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
6 states • 8 inspections
Violation Summary (35 violations from 8 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.130 | Cargo securement - heavy equipment | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2W | 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:392.16AD | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11B-CSRIGRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11B-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLDL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9B-LIL | Lighting - Identification lamp(s) obscured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPDOOS | False record of duty status | 1 | 1 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A2-C | Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:172.516A-HMPS | HM (Placarding) - Failing to display placard(s) visible from the direction it faces. | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:177.816-HMTMC | Driver training - hazmat specific | 1 | 0 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
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 (8 inspections)
| Date | Report # | Station | State | Level | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 11, 2026 | 87296644 | VAN BUREN AR | AR | Level 3 | VOLVO TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | 392.2-SLLTCD, 392.2-SLLEWG3, 392.2-SLLSR | No |
| Aug 7, 2025 | 85460902 | US77 RIVIERA SCALE | TX | Level 2 | CHAP SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | 393.130, 393.78, 392.2W | Yes |
| Jun 12, 2025 | 84948471 | AT INTERSECTION OF I-10 AND I | NM | Level 3 | REID SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | 392.2-SLLS2 | No |
| May 22, 2025 | 84773182 | TUCSON AZ | AZ | Level 2 | VOLVO TRUCK TRACTOR | 14 | 392.2-SLLSR, 392.16AD, 393.11B-CSRIGRR | Yes |
| Apr 1, 2025 | 84321583 | WILLCOX AZ | AZ | Level 2 | REITNOUER SEMI-TRAILER | 6 | 392.2-SLLTL, 393.9A-LLPL, 392.9A2-C | Yes |
| Mar 25, 2025 | 84261332 | EHRENBERG AZ | AZ | Level 2 | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 6 | 392.2-SLLTL, 393.78A-WS, 393.9A-LSLIWR | Yes |
| Mar 7, 2024 | 81058917 | STATE ROUTE 17 | NY | Level 3 | FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | 392.2 | No |
| Oct 6, 2023 | 79868005 | I-95 SOUTHBOUND SCALE FACILITY | MD | Level 2 | VOLV TRUCK TRACTOR | 0 | — | No |
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
1 crash record from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (1 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 15, 2025 | AZ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | Phoenix | SR-202 nonCard @ M073 | ...436328 | EMA EXPRESS LLC |
Compliance Timeline
25 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records