NATIONAL FREIGHT AND LOGISTICS INC
USDOT 2917143 • 12837 STEVENSON ST, CEDAR LAKE, IN, 46303
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-983113 | ACTIVE | Unknown | May 15, 2019 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA984621771 | ON FILE | Jun 17, 2025 | Aug 6, 2025 |
Insurance History (8 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA984621771 | CANCELLED | Aug 6, 2024 | Jun 17, 2025 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-ZN7414 | REPLACED | Aug 6, 2022 | Aug 6, 2024 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LTO0035607 | REPLACED | Aug 6, 2019 | Aug 6, 2022 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LTO006607 | REPLACED | Aug 6, 2019 | Aug 6, 2019 |
| NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CIL0005065552-9 | REPLACED | Jun 3, 2019 | Aug 6, 2019 |
| NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CIL0005065552-9 | CANCELLED | Mar 30, 2019 | Jun 3, 2019 |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | BIPD/Primary | CAC 00001-07855-18 | CANCELLED | Mar 30, 2018 | Mar 30, 2019 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 3888855 | CANCELLED | Aug 15, 2016 | Mar 30, 2018 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA984621771 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 6, 2025 | Aug 6, 2025 |
| CANCEL | PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA984621771 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 17, 2025 | Jun 17, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-ZN7414 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 6, 2024 | Aug 6, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LTO0035607 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 6, 2022 | Aug 6, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | CIL0005065552-9 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 6, 2019 | Aug 6, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LTO006607 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 6, 2019 | Aug 6, 2019 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | CIL0005065552-9 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 3, 2019 | Jun 3, 2019 |
| CANCEL | SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-07855-18 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 30, 2019 | Mar 30, 2019 |
| CANCEL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 3888855 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 30, 2018 | Mar 30, 2018 |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC983113 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 7, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 15, 2019 |
| MC983113 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 4, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 25, 2019 |
| MC983113 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 5, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 26, 2018 |
| MC983113 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Aug 26, 2016 | — | 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
9 states • 46 inspections
Violation Summary (58 violations from 46 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 9 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSOA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 2 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.82(a)(1) | Texting while driving | 2 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22H3-ELDMF | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have an instruction sheet for the driver describing ELD malfunction reporting requirements and recordkeeping proce | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLCP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLML | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLILC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TE-LCMVINFO | 390.21TE-LCMVINFO | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSL | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.60(a) | Unauthorized passenger on board CMV | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.8 | Failing to inspect/use emergency equipment | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(2) | Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | 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:395.8(f)(7) | 395.8(f)(7) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.23 | Required lamp not powered by vehicle electric | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(g) | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b) | 390.21T(b) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
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 (46 inspections)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 7, 2025 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | US50/222ft E ASPEN CXREEK TRACT | ...VT4536 | NATIONAL FREIGHT AND LOGISTICS INC |
| Sep 25, 2020 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
12 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records