MOONSTAR EXPRESS LLC
USDOT 2783179 • 2750 GRANT AVE SUITE B, PHILADELPHIA, PA, 19114
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-927085 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jul 24, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 014-24-4080 | ON FILE | Aug 5, 2024 | Aug 5, 2025 |
Insurance History (10 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 014-24-4080 | CANCELLED | Jun 7, 2024 | Aug 5, 2024 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 014-24-4080 | CANCELLED | Dec 21, 2023 | Jun 7, 2024 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 014-24-4080 | CANCELLED | Aug 5, 2023 | Dec 21, 2023 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 014-24-4080 | REPLACED | Aug 5, 2022 | Aug 5, 2023 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN311875 | CANCELLED | Aug 5, 2021 | Aug 5, 2022 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 620262001 | CANCELLED | Aug 5, 2019 | Aug 5, 2021 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 7896758 | REPLACED | Aug 5, 2018 | Aug 5, 2019 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN222379 | CANCELLED | Aug 6, 2017 | Aug 6, 2018 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN222379 | REPLACED | Aug 6, 2017 | Aug 5, 2018 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 2606570 | REPLACED | Aug 6, 2015 | Aug 6, 2017 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 014-24-4080 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 5, 2025 | Aug 5, 2025 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 014-24-4080 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 5, 2024 | Aug 5, 2024 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 014-24-4080 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 7, 2024 | Jun 7, 2024 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 014-24-4080 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2023 | Dec 21, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 014-24-4080 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 5, 2023 | Aug 5, 2023 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN311875 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 5, 2022 | Aug 5, 2022 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 620262001 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 5, 2021 | Aug 5, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 7896758 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 5, 2019 | Aug 5, 2019 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN222379 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 6, 2018 | Aug 6, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN222379 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 5, 2018 | Aug 5, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 2606570 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 6, 2017 | Aug 6, 2017 |
Authority Action History (8 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC927085 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 9, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 24, 2025 |
| MC927085 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 9, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 6, 2024 |
| MC927085 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 13, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 22, 2024 |
| MC927085 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 24, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 28, 2023 |
| MC927085 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 11, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 29, 2022 |
| MC927085 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 9, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 4, 2021 |
| MC927085 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 10, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 23, 2018 |
| MC927085 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Aug 12, 2015 | — | 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
38 states • 170 inspections
Violation Summary (141 violations from latest 100 of 170 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 16 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 10 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 9 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 5 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22A-D | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 4 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22B-DFPWD | Driver - Failed to place warning devices on the road surface | 3 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 3 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 3 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLML | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-ALBV | Air Brake - Any leak from a brake valve | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24D-ELDPT | HOS (ELD) - On request by an authorized safety official a driver must produce and transfer from an ELD the driver's hours of service records in accordance with t | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSL | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHWS | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LHLM | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22G-ELDMFV | HOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BLMACBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | 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:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EENA | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22H1-ELDNUM | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - No user's manual for the driver describing how to operate the ELD. (May be electronic) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3A1B | Brakes (general) Explain: | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203E-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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:392.2-SLLILC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-CRAMRH72B | Cargo (RAM) - RH-72B Cask Accessories - Hydraulic arm not securely attached (if equipped) | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104F4-C | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-HC | Hubs - Hub cap missing or broken | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSLIW | Fuel system leak | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSIR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A2-C | Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPDOOS | False record of duty status | 1 | 1 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.32B-ELDDFR | ELD - driver tamper/disable | 1 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.19B2-BIENNIAL | 390.19B2-BIENNIAL | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | 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:392.2-SLLIFTA | 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 (170 inspections)
Showing 50 of 170
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
12 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (12 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 4, 2026 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | DECATUR | Highway 31 S | ...138044 | MOONSTAR EXPRESS LLC |
| Aug 24, 2025 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | HYDRO | I-40 | ...399640 | MOONSTAR EXPRESS LLC |
| Aug 20, 2025 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | Not Reported | INTERSTATE 64 AT 0.10M W OF ROUTE 250 | ...107688 | MOONSTAR EXPRESS LLC |
| Dec 19, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | GUNPLAIN TWP | US 131 | ...188319 | MOONSTAR EXPRESS LLC |
| Dec 11, 2024 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | MARKLE(HUNTINGTON) | INTERSTATE 69 | ...UH7101 | MOONSTAR EXPRESS LLC |
| Jan 29, 2024 | MA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | HOLYOKE | MAIN ST @ CABOT ST | ...613541 | MOONSTAR EXPRESS LLC |
| Dec 14, 2023 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | HARTFORD | WN9007 | ...HF1489 | MOONSTAR EXPRESS LLC |
| Jun 26, 2023 | MO | FATAL | 1 | 1 | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE | IS 44 | ...625082 | MOONSTAR EXPRESS LLC |
| May 20, 2022 | CO | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | I70 668 FEET E OF MP 189 | ...193780 | MOONSTAR EXPRESS LLC |
| Aug 21, 2021 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | DENTON | NOT REPORTED | ...KD9184 | MOONSTAR EXPRESS LLC |
| Feb 20, 2019 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 26, 2018 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
24 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records