DARKSIDE LOGISTICS
USDOT 2526920 • 627 PLAINFIELD ROAD, JOLIET, IL, 60435
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals2 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-1202600 | REVOKED | Aug 25, 2025 | Mar 9, 2026 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | BIPD/Primary | PC25102177 | ON FILE | Oct 21, 2025 | Mar 2, 2026 |
Insurance History (9 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA861855445 | CANCELLED | Aug 25, 2025 | Oct 22, 2025 |
| PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | BIPD/Primary | PC24081790 | CANCELLED | Aug 18, 2024 | Aug 18, 2025 |
| PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | BIPD/Primary | PC23081369 | CANCELLED | Aug 18, 2023 | Aug 18, 2024 |
| PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | BIPD/Primary | PC22081542 | CANCELLED | Mar 7, 2023 | Aug 18, 2023 |
| PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | BIPD/Primary | PC22081542 | CANCELLED | Nov 29, 2022 | Mar 7, 2023 |
| PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | BIPD/Primary | PC22081542 | CANCELLED | Aug 18, 2022 | Nov 29, 2022 |
| PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | PC22081542 | REPLACED | Aug 18, 2022 | Aug 18, 2022 |
| PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | BIPD/Primary | PC21081687 | CANCELLED | Aug 18, 2021 | Aug 18, 2022 |
| PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | BIPD/Primary | PC20090018 | REPLACED | Jun 11, 2021 | Aug 18, 2021 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | PC25102177 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 2, 2026 | Mar 2, 2026 |
| CANCEL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA861855445 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 22, 2025 | Oct 22, 2025 |
| CANCEL | PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | PC24081790 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 18, 2025 | Aug 18, 2025 |
| CANCEL | PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | PC23081369 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 18, 2024 | Aug 18, 2024 |
| CANCEL | PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | PC22081542 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 18, 2023 | Aug 18, 2023 |
| CANCEL | PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | PC22081542 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 7, 2023 | Mar 7, 2023 |
| CANCEL | PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | PC22081542 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 29, 2022 | Nov 29, 2022 |
| CANCEL | PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | PC21081687 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 18, 2022 | Aug 18, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY | PC22081542 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 18, 2022 | Aug 18, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | PRIME PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE INC | PC20090018 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 18, 2021 | Aug 18, 2021 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-1202600 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-1202600 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1202600 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Nov 13, 2025 | REVOKED | Mar 9, 2026 |
| MC1202600 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 22, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 20, 2024 |
| MC1202600 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 24, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 18, 2023 |
| MC1202600 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 22, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 19, 2022 |
| MC1202600 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 23, 2021 | REVOKED | Aug 25, 2025 |
Out-of-Service Orders (1)
| OOS Date | Reason | Status | Rescinded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 27, 2015 | New Entrant Revoked - Refusal of Audit/No Contact | ACTIVE | Jan 7, 2016 |
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
1 state • 27 inspections
Violation Summary (61 violations from 27 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 6 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.126 | Cargo securement - flattened/crushed vehicles | 3 | 3 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 3 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.25(f) | Lamps on rear of CMV obscured by load | 2 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 2 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB | 390.21TB | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.9BRKLAMP | Inoperative Brake Lamps | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11N | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2WC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.7A | Driver failing to conduct pre-trip inspection | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(5) | Not physically qualified | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 0 | 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 (27 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
14 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (14 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 25, 2026 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | JOLIET | BASELINE RD | ...144687 | DARKSIDE LOGISTICS |
| Oct 15, 2025 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | WILMINGTON TWP | W COAL CITY RD | ...138265 | DARKSIDE LOGISTICS |
| Jun 6, 2025 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SEWARD TWP | US-52 | ...J16824 | DARKSIDE LOGISTICS |
| Nov 8, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | CAMPTON TWP | IL RT 47 | ...386480 | DARKSIDE LOGISTICS |
| Jan 10, 2023 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | TROY TWP | I 55 SOUTHBOUND | ...309396 | DARKSIDE LOGISTICS |
| Feb 18, 2022 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | NEW LENOX TWP | I-80 E/B | ...599492 | DARKSIDE LOGISTICS |
| Dec 21, 2020 | IL | FATAL | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 5, 2020 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 1, 2019 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 24, 2018 | IL | FATAL | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 16, 2017 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 20, 2017 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 2, 2016 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 14, 2014 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
27 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 27 events