KMS TRANS INC
USDOT 2556034 • 40 BELLEVUE AVE SUITE 3, PENNDEL, PA, 19047
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 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-891198 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Oct 24, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 017-70-2769 | ON FILE | Oct 24, 2024 | Oct 24, 2025 |
Insurance History (7 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | FA22MOT02223100 | REPLACED | Oct 24, 2022 | Oct 24, 2024 |
| ARGONAUT INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AVT1000106-1 | CANCELLED | Oct 24, 2021 | Oct 24, 2022 |
| ARGONAUT INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AVT1000106 | REPLACED | Oct 24, 2020 | Oct 24, 2021 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRB003259 | CANCELLED | Oct 24, 2019 | Oct 24, 2020 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRB002745 | CANCELLED | Oct 24, 2018 | Oct 24, 2019 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTO1404248 | CANCELLED | Oct 24, 2017 | Oct 24, 2018 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 3967743 | REPLACED | Oct 27, 2016 | Oct 24, 2017 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 017-70-2769 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2025 | Oct 24, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | FA22MOT02223100 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2024 | Oct 24, 2024 |
| CANCEL | ARGONAUT INSURANCE CO. | AVT1000106-1 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2022 | Oct 24, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | ARGONAUT INSURANCE CO. | AVT1000106 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2021 | Oct 24, 2021 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRB003259 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2020 | Oct 24, 2020 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRB002745 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2019 | Oct 24, 2019 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CTO1404248 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2018 | Oct 24, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 3967743 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 24, 2017 | Oct 24, 2017 |
Authority Action History (7 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC891198 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 29, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 24, 2025 |
| MC891198 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 27, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 21, 2022 |
| MC891198 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 28, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 23, 2020 |
| MC891198 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 27, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 23, 2019 |
| MC891198 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 27, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 24, 2018 |
| MC891198 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Dec 22, 2016 | — | Unknown |
| MC891198 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | DISMISSED | Dec 15, 2014 | — | Unknown |
Out-of-Service Orders (2)
| OOS Date | Reason | Status | Rescinded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 19, 2016 | New Entrant Revoked - Refusal of Audit/No Contact | ACTIVE | Dec 19, 2016 |
| Nov 2, 2015 | New Entrant Revoked - Refusal of Audit/No Contact | ACTIVE | Dec 15, 2015 |
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
21 states • 122 inspections
Violation Summary (160 violations from latest 100 of 122 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 31 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 8 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 6 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 6 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 5 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 5 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 4 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 3 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| fmcsr:2-SLL | 2-SLL | 2 | 0 | — | — |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| fmcsr:2-SLLIRP | 2-SLLIRP | 1 | 0 | — | — |
| fmcsr:17C-PI | 17C-PI | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| fmcsr:11B2-Q | 11B2-Q | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| FMCSR:396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | 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:393.122B-CPR | Cargo securement - paper rolls | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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:392.2SLTRS | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LIL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TFL | Tires - Front leaking or inflation 50% or less than of the maximum inflation pressure | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A-VSP | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A-VURB | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | 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-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9H | Inoperable head lamps | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLILC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.8-D | Driver - Failed to inspect /use emergency equipment | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.15A-LNCDLNSRW | Driving while disqualified | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TAORETA | Tires - All others has more than one ply exposed in the tread area exceeding 2 square inches. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51A-LCDLRSWD | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(2) | CDL suspended/revoked | 1 | 0 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(7) | 395.8(f)(7) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.9(d)(2) | Failure to correct defects noted on previous inspection report | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a)(4) | 393.95(a)(4) | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.67(c)(7)(v) | Tires - other defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(a) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.15(g)(2) | 395.15(g)(2) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.15(i)(9) | Driver not adequately trained in the operation of the automatic on-board recording device | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(2) | Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | 1 | 1 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(i) | 395.3(a)(3)(i) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.7(a) | Driver failing to conduct pre-trip inspection | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.8 | Failing to inspect/use emergency equipment | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
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 (122 inspections)
Showing 50 of 122
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2025 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | WESTPORT | STH 019 EB | ...214633 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Jul 12, 2025 | DE | TOW | 0 | 0 | NEWARK | I-95 JOHN F KENNEDY MEM HWY | ...658458 | KMS TRANS INC |
| May 19, 2025 | MD | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BALTIMORE | MU 1680 - E FAYETTE ST AT MU 2970 - N ELLWOOD AVE | ...283615 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Dec 4, 2024 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | Proviso Twp | I-294 SB | ...904930 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Jul 1, 2024 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | FREMONT | INTERSTATE 80 | ...658465 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Feb 19, 2024 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | PLUM BOROUGH | INTERSTATE 6000 W | ...263245 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Feb 11, 2024 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 2 | PIKE (TOWNSHIP OF) | IR 80 | ...622307 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Jan 19, 2024 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | LA PORTE | INTERSTATE 80 | ...970786 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Dec 6, 2023 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | ANIWA | USH 045 SB | ...263245 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Oct 27, 2023 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | ADDISON | STH 033 WB | ...658456 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Mar 23, 2023 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | NORTH SEWICKLEY TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 6000 W | ...611153 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Mar 16, 2023 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | ROLLING PRAIRIE | INTERSTATE 80 | ...FP6144 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Nov 18, 2022 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | FOND DU LAC | IH 041 SB | ...476428 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Jun 13, 2022 | PA | FATAL | 1 | 4 | GREENE TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 0080 W | ...978361 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Apr 22, 2022 | NE | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | I-80 / MILEPOST 429 / 2.92E, 0.26N OF SOUTH BEND | ...LM6759 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Feb 3, 2022 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | MILAN | IR 80 | ...291385 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Jan 23, 2022 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | ELIZABETH TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 6000 W | ...N29B88 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Oct 13, 2021 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | PHILADELPHIA CITY | CALLOWHILL ST | ...272600 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Oct 12, 2021 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | EAST PROVIDENCE TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 0070 W | ...214696 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Mar 17, 2021 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | METAL TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 6000 E | ...934280 | KMS TRANS INC |
| Oct 29, 2020 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 2, 2020 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 30, 2020 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 20, 2020 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 14, 2020 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Enforcement Actions
1 closed case — FMCSA civil penalties
1 Enforcement Case
| Case Number | Closed Date | Violation Code(s) | Settlement | Subject Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA-2023-0017-US1590 | Dec 12, 2022 | 392.2 | $13,180 | Carrier |
Compliance Timeline
39 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 39 events