NATIONAL FREIGHT EXPRESS INC
USDOT 2331350 • 797 BROGDON ROAD, SUWANEE, GA, 30024
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-795918 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Oct 31, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| STARSTONE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AM37000276-00 | ON FILE | Nov 4, 2024 | Nov 4, 2025 |
Insurance History (12 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SAGAMORE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AI-100190-00 | REPLACED | Nov 4, 2022 | Nov 4, 2024 |
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AI-100190-00 | REPLACED | Nov 4, 2022 | Nov 4, 2022 |
| WATFORD INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | W06AF00155 | REPLACED | Nov 4, 2021 | Nov 4, 2022 |
| SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | SHD-84229023 | REPLACED | Oct 24, 2021 | Nov 4, 2021 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WF003209 | REPLACED | Oct 24, 2018 | Oct 24, 2021 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WF003209 | CANCELLED | Oct 24, 2018 | Nov 5, 2021 |
| CRUM & FORSTER INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 5068916883 | CANCELLED | Oct 24, 2017 | Oct 24, 2018 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 5068828566 | REPLACED | Oct 24, 2015 | Oct 24, 2017 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | BIPD/Primary | 02TRM004470-02 | CANCELLED | Oct 24, 2014 | Oct 24, 2015 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | BIPD/Primary | 02TRM004470-01 | CANCELLED | Oct 24, 2013 | Oct 24, 2014 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | BIPD/Primary | 02TRM004470-01 | REPLACED | Oct 24, 2013 | Oct 24, 2013 |
| EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TEA100004712 | CANCELLED | Oct 24, 2012 | Oct 24, 2013 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | STARSTONE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | AM37000276-00 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 4, 2025 | Nov 4, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | SAGAMORE INSURANCE COMPANY | AI-100190-00 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 4, 2024 | Nov 4, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY | AI-100190-00 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 4, 2022 | Nov 4, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | WATFORD INSURANCE COMPANY | W06AF00155 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 4, 2022 | Nov 4, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF003209 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 5, 2021 | Nov 5, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY | SHD-84229023 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 4, 2021 | Nov 4, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF003209 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2021 | Oct 24, 2021 |
| CANCEL | CRUM & FORSTER INDEMNITY COMPANY | 5068916883 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2018 | Oct 24, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 5068828566 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2017 | Oct 24, 2017 |
| CANCEL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | 02TRM004470-02 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2015 | Oct 24, 2015 |
| CANCEL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | 02TRM004470-01 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2014 | Oct 24, 2014 |
| CANCEL | EASTERN ATLANTIC INSURANCE COMPANY | TEA100004712 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2013 | Oct 24, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | 02TRM004470-01 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2013 | Oct 24, 2013 |
Authority Action History (7 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC795918 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 8, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 31, 2025 |
| MC795918 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 12, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 22, 2021 |
| MC795918 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 27, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 19, 2018 |
| MC795918 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 28, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 15, 2015 |
| MC795918 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 29, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 22, 2014 |
| MC795918 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 27, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 24, 2013 |
| MC795918 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Oct 29, 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
14 states • 46 inspections
Violation Summary (73 violations from 46 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 7 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 3 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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 | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-OAL | Other - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BI-SA | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-INAT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.95A-LCDL | Restriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.41B10-MC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial vehicle without corrective lenses or hearing aid as indicated on the driver's medical certificate | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2 | Operating a CMV without a CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.82A1 | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | 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:395.22(h)(4) | Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1 | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A3-PROPN | Driving beyond 11 hour driving limit in a 14 hour period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-PROP | Driving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(a) | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.15(g)(2) | 395.15(g)(2) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(3) | Driver failed to maintain instruction sheet for ELD malfunction reporting requirements | 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 (46 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
11 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (11 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 6, 2024 | MD | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | IS81 MARYLAND VETERANS MEMORIAL HWY | ...656403 | NATIONAL FREIGHT EXPRESS INC |
| May 30, 2023 | VA | FATAL | 4 | 0 | — | I-81 NB | ...996861 | NATIONAL FREIGHT EXPRESS INC |
| Jun 30, 2022 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | NORLINA | 85 | ...266149 | NATIONAL FREIGHT EXPRESS INC |
| Mar 18, 2021 | NC | INJURY | 0 | 1 | GASTONIA | 85 | ...260782 | NATIONAL FREIGHT EXPRESS INC |
| Mar 8, 2021 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | KNOXVILLE | I-40E CEDAR BLUFF RD | ...260782 | NATIONAL FREIGHT EXPRESS INC |
| Dec 1, 2020 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 31, 2019 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 17, 2017 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 30, 2017 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 14, 2016 | NJ | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 27, 2014 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
25 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records