SPARTA TRANSPORT INC
USDOT 2370131 • DBA: SUB EXPRESS • 2030 W WALTON STREET UNIT 1, CHICAGO, IL, 60622
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-813102 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jan 28, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | SHD-84229569 | ON FILE | Feb 5, 2026 | Feb 5, 2026 |
Insurance History (15 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WMC2059248 | REPLACED | Feb 5, 2025 | Feb 5, 2026 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 988-23-58 | CANCELLED | Feb 5, 2024 | Feb 5, 2025 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 988-23-58 | CANCELLED | Feb 5, 2023 | Feb 5, 2024 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 988-23-58 | REPLACED | Feb 5, 2022 | Feb 5, 2023 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | TP9882358 06 | CANCELLED | Feb 5, 2021 | Feb 5, 2022 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | TP9882358 05 | CANCELLED | Feb 5, 2020 | Feb 5, 2021 |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | BIPD/Primary | TP9882358 04 | CANCELLED | Feb 5, 2019 | Feb 5, 2020 |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | BIPD/Primary | TP9882358 03 | CANCELLED | Feb 5, 2018 | Feb 5, 2019 |
| ILLINOIS NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP9882358 02 | CANCELLED | Feb 5, 2017 | Feb 5, 2018 |
| ILLINOIS NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP9882358 01 | CANCELLED | Feb 5, 2016 | Feb 5, 2017 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | BIPD/Primary | 02TRM010718-01 | CANCELLED | Feb 5, 2015 | Feb 5, 2016 |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BIPD/Primary | CT00032716 | CANCELLED | Feb 5, 2014 | Feb 5, 2015 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 2048798 | NAME CHANGED | Feb 5, 2013 | Jun 24, 2013 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 2048798 | REPLACED | Feb 5, 2013 | Feb 5, 2014 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 2048798 | REPLACED | Feb 5, 2013 | Feb 5, 2013 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | WMC2059248 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2026 | Feb 5, 2026 |
| TERM/REPL | SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY | SHD-84229569 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2026 | Feb 5, 2026 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 988-23-58 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2025 | Feb 5, 2025 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 988-23-58 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2024 | Feb 5, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 988-23-58 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2023 | Feb 5, 2023 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | TP9882358 06 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2022 | Feb 5, 2022 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | TP9882358 05 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2021 | Feb 5, 2021 |
| CANCEL | THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | TP9882358 04 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2020 | Feb 5, 2020 |
| CANCEL | THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | TP9882358 03 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2019 | Feb 5, 2019 |
| CANCEL | ILLINOIS NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | TP9882358 02 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2018 | Feb 5, 2018 |
| CANCEL | ILLINOIS NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | TP9882358 01 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2017 | Feb 5, 2017 |
| CANCEL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | 02TRM010718-01 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2016 | Feb 5, 2016 |
| CANCEL | OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | CT00032716 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2015 | Feb 5, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 2048798 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2014 | Feb 5, 2014 |
| TERM/CANCL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 2048798 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 24, 2013 | Jun 24, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 2048798 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2013 | Feb 5, 2013 |
Authority Action History (12 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC813102 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 9, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 28, 2025 |
| MC813102 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 9, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 31, 2024 |
| MC813102 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 10, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 31, 2022 |
| MC813102 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 11, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 3, 2021 |
| MC813102 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 9, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 4, 2020 |
| MC813102 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 9, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 29, 2019 |
| MC813102 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 9, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 30, 2018 |
| MC813102 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 9, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 3, 2017 |
| MC813102 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 11, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 1, 2016 |
| MC813102 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 9, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 30, 2015 |
| MC813102 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 21, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 23, 2013 |
| MC813102 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 12, 2013 | — | 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
31 states • 165 inspections
Violation Summary (47 violations from latest 100 of 165 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.3A3II | Driving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty off duty or sleeper period of at least 30 minutes | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A2-C | Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2SLSNC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47D2-BLT-1/16AD | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2C | 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:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 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 | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | 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:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLCP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55E | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(2) | Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet | 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 |
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 (165 inspections)
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Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
14 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (14 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 3, 2025 | WY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | GREEN RIVER | I-80 MP 81.59 | ...VC0668 | SPARTA TRANSPORT INC |
| Jul 29, 2025 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | ANGOLA | I-80 WB @ 146.6 MM | ...LP0645 | SPARTA TRANSPORT INC |
| Oct 30, 2024 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BENSALEM TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 6000 E | ...NG7574 | SPARTA TRANSPORT INC |
| Jan 5, 2023 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | LAKE (TOWNSHIP OF) | IR 80 | ...LK3041 | SUB EXPRESS |
| Jun 13, 2022 | PA | FATAL | 1 | 4 | GREENE TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 0080 W | ...LK3044 | SUB EXPRESS |
| Oct 30, 2021 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I 80 WB MM 239.5 | ...HL6575 | SUB EXPRESS |
| Jun 25, 2021 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | INTERSTATE 80/I 80 | ...LP0693 | SUB EXPRESS |
| Jun 21, 2021 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | ST JOSEPH | IS 29 | ...LK3048 | SPARTA TRANSPORT INC |
| Feb 9, 2021 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNION TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 0080 W | ...LP0649 | SPARTA TRANSPORT INC |
| Jan 11, 2019 | CO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 11, 2018 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 13, 2018 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 30, 2017 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 25, 2017 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
31 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
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