L & A TRANSPORT INC
USDOT 2579963 • 476 KNOLL CREST DR, BARTLETT, IL, 60103
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-903121 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Mar 10, 2021 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA871046291 | ON FILE | Mar 21, 2026 | Mar 30, 2026 |
Insurance History (10 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BIPD/Primary | GAT0004392 | REPLACED | Mar 21, 2025 | Mar 21, 2026 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN321365 | REPLACED | Mar 21, 2022 | Mar 21, 2025 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN321365 | CANCELLED | Mar 21, 2022 | Apr 15, 2025 |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BIPD/Primary | BA0730682 | REPLACED | Mar 21, 2021 | Mar 21, 2022 |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | BIPD/Primary | GWP55217 00 | CANCELLED | Mar 21, 2020 | Mar 21, 2021 |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | BIPD/Primary | GWP45143 00 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2020 | Mar 21, 2020 |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | BIPD/Primary | GWP45143 00 | CANCELLED | Mar 21, 2019 | Feb 1, 2020 |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | BIPD/Primary | GWP35134 00 | REPLACED | Mar 21, 2018 | Mar 21, 2019 |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | BIPD/Primary | CAC 00001-06593-17 | CANCELLED | Mar 21, 2017 | Mar 21, 2018 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73TRS045570 | CANCELLED | Mar 11, 2015 | Mar 10, 2016 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA871046291 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 30, 2026 | Mar 30, 2026 |
| TERM/REPL | OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | GAT0004392 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 21, 2026 | Mar 21, 2026 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN321365 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 15, 2025 | Apr 15, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN321365 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 21, 2025 | Mar 21, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BA0730682 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 21, 2022 | Mar 21, 2022 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | GWP55217 00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 21, 2021 | Mar 21, 2021 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | GWP45143 00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 21, 2020 | Mar 21, 2020 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | GWP45143 00 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2020 | Feb 1, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | GWP35134 00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 21, 2019 | Mar 21, 2019 |
| CANCEL | SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-06593-17 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 21, 2018 | Mar 21, 2018 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | 73TRS045570 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 10, 2016 | Mar 10, 2016 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-903121 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (6 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC903121 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 22, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 10, 2021 |
| MC903121 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 24, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 13, 2020 |
| MC903121 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 6, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 8, 2020 |
| MC903121 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 22, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 20, 2018 |
| MC903121 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Mar 30, 2017 | — | Unknown |
| MC903121 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 16, 2015 | REVOKED | Mar 16, 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
3 states • 10 inspections
Violation Summary (21 violations from 10 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 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:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43E-BBST | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45DLPC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | 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 (10 inspections)
| Date | Report # | Station | State | Level | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 6, 2026 | 87512404 | Roadside | IL | Level 3 | PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR | 0 | — | No |
| Feb 24, 2026 | 87177410 | LOWELL IN | IN | Level 1 | GREAT DANE SEMI-TRAILER | 9 | 393.55E-B, 393.9A-LHLI, 393.53B-B | Yes |
| Jun 26, 2025 | 85073319 | I88 E/B | IL | Level 3 | HYTR SEMI-TRAILER | 0 | — | No |
| Apr 8, 2025 | 84373454 | WEST HARRISON IN | IN | Level 2 | GREAT DANE SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | 393.9A-LSLIWR, 392.16-D | Yes |
| Mar 6, 2025 | 84062457 | 01 - I80 WB MM 151 MITCHELLVIL | IA | Level 1 | HYST SEMI-TRAILER | 4 | 392.2-SLLEWG2, 392.2-SLLEWA3, 393.45B2 | No |
| Aug 19, 2024 | 82435476 | 01 - I80 WB MM 151 MITCHELLVIL | IA | Level 2 | HYUN SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | 393.75(a)(3) | Yes |
| Jul 19, 2024 | 82186533 | WEST HARRISON IN | IN | Level 2 | GREAT DANE SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | 393.75(a)(3) | Yes |
| Nov 17, 2023 | 80228583 | LAFAYETTE IN | IN | Level 3 | KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | 392.2-SLLLR | No |
| Sep 18, 2023 | 79724486 | WEST HARRISONIN | IN | Level 2 | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | 393.75A3-TAOL | Yes |
| May 9, 2023 | 78585684 | Roadside | IN | Level 3 | KW TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | 392.2 | 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
2 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (2 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 8, 2021 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | PRINCETON TWP | I-80 | ...100760 | L & A TRANSPORT INC |
| Dec 4, 2020 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
14 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records