PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC
USDOT 2838469 • 16830 CHICAGO AVE, LANSING, IL, 60438
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-950199 | REVOKED | Jul 19, 2017 | Nov 5, 2024 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRANSVERSE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TS TS CA0000092 00 | ON FILE | Oct 30, 2023 | Jan 3, 2023 |
Insurance History (10 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRANSVERSE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TS TS CA0000092 00 | CANCELLED | Jan 3, 2023 | Oct 30, 2024 |
| TRANSVERSE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TITSCA0001506-00 | CANCELLED | Oct 30, 2022 | Oct 30, 2023 |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | BIPD/Primary | LNG20PI1030-01 | CANCELLED | Oct 30, 2021 | Oct 30, 2022 |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | BIPD/Primary | LNG20PI1030-00 | REPLACED | Oct 30, 2020 | Oct 30, 2021 |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | BIPD/Primary | LNG20PI1030-00 | CANCELLED | Oct 30, 2020 | Nov 25, 2021 |
| MILFORD CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | MPP1024265-00 | CANCELLED | Oct 30, 2019 | Oct 30, 2020 |
| COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP | BIPD/Primary | CHL 01-02489-18 | CANCELLED | Oct 30, 2018 | Oct 30, 2019 |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | BIPD/Primary | CAC 00001-07492-17 | REPLACED | Oct 30, 2017 | Oct 30, 2018 |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | BIPD/Primary | CAC 00001-05281-16 | NAME CHANGED | Aug 25, 2016 | Jul 19, 2017 |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | BIPD/Primary | CAC 00001-05281-16 | CANCELLED | Jun 14, 2016 | Aug 25, 2016 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | TRANSVERSE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TS TS CA0000092 00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 30, 2024 | Oct 30, 2024 |
| CANCEL | TRANSVERSE INSURANCE COMPANY | TITSCA0001506-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 30, 2023 | Oct 30, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | TRANSVERSE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TS TS CA0000092 00 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 3, 2023 | Jan 3, 2023 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | LNG20PI1030-01 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 30, 2022 | Oct 30, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | LNG20PI1030-00 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 25, 2021 | Nov 25, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | LNG20PI1030-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 30, 2021 | Oct 30, 2021 |
| CANCEL | MILFORD CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | MPP1024265-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 30, 2020 | Oct 30, 2020 |
| CANCEL | COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP | CHL 01-02489-18 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 30, 2019 | Oct 30, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-07492-17 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 30, 2018 | Oct 30, 2018 |
| NAMECHG | SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-05281-16 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 19, 2017 | Jul 19, 2017 |
| CANCEL | SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-05281-16 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 25, 2016 | Aug 25, 2016 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-950199 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-950199 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (7 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC950199 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 3, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 27, 2023 |
| MC950199 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 3, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 26, 2022 |
| MC950199 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 5, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 29, 2020 |
| MC950199 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 3, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 30, 2019 |
| MC950199 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Oct 31, 2017 | REVOKED | Nov 5, 2024 |
| MC950199 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 29, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 4, 2016 |
| MC950199 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 30, 2016 | REVOKED | Jul 19, 2017 |
Out-of-Service Orders (1)
| OOS Date | Reason | Status | Rescinded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 16, 2017 | New Entrant Revoked - Refusal of Audit/No Contact | ACTIVE | Oct 26, 2017 |
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
44 states • 484 inspections
Violation Summary (119 violations from latest 100 of 484 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 27 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 11 | 11 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 9 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 3 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 3 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 3 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.82(a)(1) | Texting while driving | 2 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(1) | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 2 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 2 | 2 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78(a) | Windshield condition defective | 2 | 0 | 4 | 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:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(7) | 395.8(f)(7) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(i) | 395.3(a)(3)(i) | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | 1 | 1 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22(b) | Failure to place or improper placement of warning devices on the road surface | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| 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 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.17 | 390.17 | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2C | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.71(h) | License (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.24(c)(2)(ii) | Driver failed to manually add the trailer number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.205(c) | Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2WC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:387.303B4 | 387.303B4 | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:387.301(a) | 387.301(a) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:177.823(a) | Movement of damaged hazmat packages | 1 | 1 | 9 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:177.834(a) | General loading/unloading hazmat | 1 | 1 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:107.620(b) | 107.620(b) | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown |
| FMCSR:393.207(f) | Air suspension pressure loss | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100(c) | Failure to prevent cargo shifting | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.28 | Wiring - improper/inadequate | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a)(4) | 393.95(a)(4) | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(1) | Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(2) | Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(3) | Driver failed to maintain instruction sheet for ELD malfunction reporting requirements | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
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 (484 inspections)
Showing 50 of 484
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 11, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | BEAR GROVE TWP | I-70 | ...UX4983 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Oct 1, 2024 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CONCORD (TOWNSHIP OF) | IR 0090 | ...MS3940 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICE |
| Sep 14, 2024 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | I-81 NORTHBOUND | ...UK3894 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Aug 31, 2024 | NM | TOW | 0 | 0 | 97 | e iNTERSTAE 40 MM 45 | ...NC9175 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Jul 24, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT LISTED | NOT REPORTED | ...NC9141 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Apr 29, 2024 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | ELK CITY | I-40 WB | ...195902 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Dec 19, 2023 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 2 | ANGLETON | W 2300 MULBERRY ST | ...NC9165 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Dec 3, 2023 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | ATLANTA | I 285 N NEAR BOLTON RD NW | ...059871 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Aug 5, 2023 | AR | INJURY | 0 | 1 | RURAL(ST FRANCIS COUNTY) | I40E | ...UK3899 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Jul 3, 2023 | MD | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | E/B I-70 ramp to N/B I-695 | ...UK3891 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Jun 18, 2023 | WY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | PATRICK DRAW | I-80 MP 142.25 | ...NC9108 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Mar 16, 2023 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | SB I 81 | ...NC9187 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Jan 24, 2023 | LA | TOW | 0 | 0 | BATON ROUGE | I-10 | ...059863 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Jan 24, 2023 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BATON ROUGE | I-10 | ...059863 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Jan 17, 2023 | LA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | RURAL | I-49 | ...NC9116 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Dec 9, 2022 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SPRINGFIELD | CST BATTLEFIELD RD | ...206443 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Dec 4, 2022 | ID | INJURY | 0 | 1 | HAZELTON | I 84 | ...NC9099 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Sep 28, 2022 | MS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | HATTIESBURG | 49 | ...NC9162 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Aug 29, 2022 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | LOWER MERION TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 0076 E | ...089432 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Aug 29, 2022 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | K156 | ...NC9108 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Aug 2, 2022 | AZ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | UNKNOWN | I-10@M214 | ...NC9143 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Jul 23, 2022 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | PICO RIVERA | WASHINGTON BL / 216 FT E PASSONS BL | ...NC9160 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Jun 17, 2022 | WY | TOW | 0 | 0 | GREEN RIVER | I-80 MP 88.61 | ...108990 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| May 31, 2022 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | WINCHESTER | I 0064 | ...399063 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
| Feb 18, 2022 | SC | TOW | 0 | 0 | ANDERSON | 20SB | ...047979 | PIGEON FREIGHT SERVICES INC |
Compliance Timeline
39 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 39 events