J W EXPRESS INC
USDOT 267985 • 2735 SPRING GROVE AVE, CINCINNATI, OH, 45225
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | BIPD/Primary | OCA-0000156 | ON FILE | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2024 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TF639523 | ON FILE | May 1, 2009 | Jun 1, 2011 |
Insurance History (29 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA210082 | REPLACED | May 1, 2021 | May 1, 2022 |
| DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | BIPD/Primary | OCA-0000043-01 | REPLACED | May 1, 2020 | May 1, 2021 |
| DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | BIPD/Primary | OCA-0000043-00 | REPLACED | May 1, 2019 | May 1, 2020 |
| CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA180054 | REPLACED | May 1, 2018 | May 1, 2018 |
| CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA180077 | CANCELLED | May 1, 2018 | May 24, 2019 |
| CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA180077 | REPLACED | May 1, 2018 | May 1, 2019 |
| CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA170094 | REPLACED | May 1, 2017 | May 1, 2018 |
| CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA160087 | REPLACED | May 1, 2016 | May 1, 2017 |
| NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 70TRS048476 | CANCELLED | May 1, 2015 | May 1, 2016 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TF639523 | REPLACED | Jul 15, 2009 | May 1, 2015 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TF639523 | REPLACED | May 1, 2009 | Jul 15, 2009 |
| NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP 9897143 01 | CANCELLED | May 1, 2008 | May 1, 2009 |
| FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | MXI97910868 | REPLACED | May 1, 2008 | May 1, 2009 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LLT100014LGIC | CANCELLED | Nov 9, 2006 | May 1, 2008 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LLT100014LGIC | CANCELLED | May 1, 2005 | Nov 9, 2006 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | LOV1000017SNSIC | REPLACED | Nov 9, 2004 | May 1, 2005 |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | BIPD/Primary | LOV1000017SNSIC | CANCELLED | May 1, 2004 | Nov 9, 2004 |
| UNITED NATIONAL SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WEL1000079UNG | CANCELLED | May 1, 2002 | May 1, 2004 |
| FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 6617596 | REPLACED | May 1, 2001 | May 1, 2008 |
| NORTH AMERICAN SPECIALTY INS CO | CARGO | ANN-0000125-00 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2000 | Jun 1, 2001 |
| NORTH AMERICAN SPECIALTY INS CO | CARGO | ANN-0000125-00 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2000 | May 1, 2001 |
| GREAT AMERICAN ASSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | IMP9317021 | CANCELLED | May 1, 2000 | Jun 18, 2000 |
| GREAT AMERICAN ASSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | IMP9317021 | REPLACED | May 1, 2000 | Jun 1, 2000 |
| CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | ATM-0590-00 | REPLACED | May 1, 2000 | May 1, 2002 |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | TRK 1080463969 | REPLACED | May 1, 1999 | May 1, 2000 |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | IM 1080477760 | REPLACED | May 1, 1999 | May 1, 2000 |
| THE GLENS FALLS INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | IM 998071 | REPLACED | Sep 1, 1996 | May 1, 1999 |
| THE CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP 9995481-95 | REPLACED | May 1, 1994 | May 1, 1999 |
| THE BUCKEYE UNION INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | IM7 921197 | REPLACED | May 1, 1994 | Sep 1, 1996 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | OCA-0000156 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2024 | May 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA210082 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2022 | May 1, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | OCA-0000043-01 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2021 | May 1, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | DB INSURANCE CO., LTD (U.S.BRANCH) | OCA-0000043-00 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2020 | May 1, 2020 |
| TERM/CANCL | CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA180077 | BIPD/Primary | May 24, 2019 | May 24, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA180077 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2019 | May 1, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA170094 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2018 | May 1, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA180054 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2018 | May 1, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA160087 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2017 | May 1, 2017 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | 70TRS048476 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2016 | May 1, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TF639523 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2015 | May 1, 2015 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TF639523 | CARGO | Jun 1, 2011 | Jun 1, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TF639523 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 15, 2009 | Jul 15, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | MXI97910868 | CARGO | May 1, 2009 | May 1, 2009 |
| CANCEL | NEW HAMPSHIRE INSURANCE CO. | TP 9897143 01 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2009 | May 1, 2009 |
| CANCEL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LLT100014LGIC | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2008 | May 1, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | 6617596 | CARGO | May 1, 2008 | May 1, 2008 |
| CANCEL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LLT100014LGIC | BIPD/Primary | Nov 9, 2006 | Nov 9, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | LOV1000017SNSIC | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2005 | May 1, 2005 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | LOV1000017SNSIC | BIPD/Primary | Nov 9, 2004 | Nov 9, 2004 |
| CANCEL | UNITED NATIONAL SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | WEL1000079UNG | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2004 | May 1, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | CLARENDON NATIONAL INS. CO. | ATM-0590-00 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2002 | May 1, 2002 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTH AMERICAN SPECIALTY INS CO | ANN-0000125-00 | CARGO | Jun 1, 2001 | Jun 1, 2001 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTH AMERICAN SPECIALTY INS CO | ANN-0000125-00 | CARGO | May 1, 2001 | May 1, 2001 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT AMERICAN ASSURANCE COMPANY | IMP9317021 | CARGO | Jun 18, 2000 | Jun 18, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT AMERICAN ASSURANCE COMPANY | IMP9317021 | CARGO | Jun 1, 2000 | Jun 1, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | TRK 1080463969 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2000 | May 1, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | IM 1080477760 | CARGO | May 1, 2000 | May 1, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | THE GLENS FALLS INSURANCE CO. | IM 998071 | CARGO | May 1, 1999 | May 1, 1999 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | CLP 9995481-95 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 1999 | May 1, 1999 |
| TERM/REPL | THE BUCKEYE UNION INSURANCE CO. | IM7 921197 | CARGO | Sep 1, 1996 | Sep 1, 1996 |
Authority Action History (12 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC180871 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 29, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 8, 2021 |
| MC180871 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 29, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 8, 2021 |
| MC180871 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 4, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 2, 2016 |
| MC180871 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 4, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 2, 2016 |
| MC180871 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 6, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 28, 2009 |
| MC180871 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 6, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 28, 2009 |
| MC180871 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 4, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 25, 2008 |
| MC180871 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 4, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 25, 2008 |
| MC180871 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 5, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 29, 2004 |
| MC180871 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 5, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 29, 2004 |
| MC180871 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Sep 30, 1991 | — | Unknown |
| MC180871 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Sep 30, 1991 | — | 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
6 states • 54 inspections
Violation Summary (97 violations from 54 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 10 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 5 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 5 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 3 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9BRKLAMP | Inoperative Brake Lamps | 2 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(ii) | Driving after 60/70-hour limit | 2 | 0 | 8 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(1) | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.8-D | Driver - Failed to inspect /use emergency equipment | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-LC | Brake - Leak from air chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1BOS | 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:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-DMOVE | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(2) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(g) | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(i) | 395.3(a)(3)(i) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.126 | Cargo securement - flattened/crushed vehicles | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3(b)(2) | Driving after 70 hours on duty in a 8 day period. (Property carrying vehicle) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| 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 | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| 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:383.51(a) | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 0 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFY | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A2-TAOTLM | Tires - All others 75% of the tread width is loose/missing in excess of 12 inches of circumference | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83(g) | Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:172.502(a)(1) | Placarding general requirements | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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 (54 inspections)
Showing 50 of 54
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 1, 2025 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | GREENSBURG | I- 74 | ...GL4437 | J W EXPRESS INC |
| Sep 25, 2025 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | DAYTON | IR 75 | ...FD1818 | J W EXPRESS INC |
| Oct 18, 2024 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | ENGLEWOOD | IR 70 | ...JR5836 | JW EXPRESS |
| Jan 24, 2024 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | FORT WAYNE | LAFAYETTE CENTER ROAD | ...GA4681 | J W EXPRESS INC |
| Sep 30, 2023 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | INDIANAPOLIS | I65 | ...GD1323 | J W EXPRESS INC |
| Jun 1, 2022 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | SOUTH HOLLAND | I-94 S/B | ...HK1791 | J W EXPRESS INC |
| Mar 29, 2022 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SPRINGFIELD | KY0555 | ...294911 | J W EXPRESS INC |
| Feb 15, 2022 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | GREENS FORK | SUGAR RD | ...683160 | J W EXPRESS INC |
| Jan 28, 2022 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | GREENDALE(DEARBORN) | US50W | ...FD1875 | J W EXPRESS INC |
| Jan 12, 2022 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | INDIANAPOLIS | I-65 | ...FD1875 | J W EXPRESS INC |
| Dec 16, 2021 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | HOBART | I-65 NB | ...FD1851 | J W EXPRESS INC |
| Aug 4, 2021 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | THORNTOWN | I65S | ...BX4241 | J W EXPRESS INC |
| Jun 23, 2021 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | ENGLISH | I 0071 | ...FD1887 | J W EXPRESS INC |
| Feb 14, 2020 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 8, 2019 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 26, 2019 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 24, 2019 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 25, 2019 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 4, 2019 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 12, 2018 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 19, 2018 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 8, 2018 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 31, 2016 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 17, 2016 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 21, 2016 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
58 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 58 events