NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC

CLARE, MI

USDOT 295027 Active CORPORATION AUTHORIZED FOR HIRE Hazmat Satisfactory rated CORPORATION Company officer: DEREK VANBLARGAN Company officer 2: STEVE S SCHUNK General Freight Based in CLARE, MI Grade A · 100
Brokers & shippers · booking check

No hard blockers on file

Authority and insurance signals look clear in our data. Still verify live on FMCSA SAFER / L&I before tendering a load.

Clear to review
Policy effective · Mar 31, 2020
On file
  • Insurance on file · $750,000 WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. · 91X Details →
  • BOC-3 process agent on file TRUCK PROCESS AGENTS OF AMERICA, INC Details →
  • Satisfactory FMCSA safety rating
  • OOS rate better than size peers
Org: CORPORATION
Company officer: DEREK VANBLARGAN
Company officer 2: STEVE S SCHUNK
Cargo: General Freight
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Plain-text risk summary (print / paste)
TruckCodex risk summary — NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC (USDOT 295027)
Verdict: CLEAR TO REVIEW
No hard blockers on file
Authority and insurance signals look clear in our data. Still verify live on FMCSA SAFER / L&I before tendering a load.

Authority / census status: Active
Active BIPD limit: $750,000
Officer(s): DEREK VANBLARGAN (Company officer); STEVE S SCHUNK (Company officer 2)
Organization: CORPORATION

Blockers:
  (none)

Cautions:
  (none)

On file:
  • Insurance on file · $750,000 — WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. · 91X
  • BOC-3 process agent on file — TRUCK PROCESS AGENTS OF AMERICA, INC
  • Satisfactory FMCSA safety rating
  • OOS rate better than size peers

Source: https://truckcodex.com/usdot/295027/
As of: Jul 23, 2026
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TruckCodex · compliance grade

Compliance grade A

Composite of 5/5 scored components (mean 100/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.

A confidence 100% · 5/5 signals
Authority / census
Active · 100/100

Active census status with no OOS order or revoked authority on file.

Insurance / BIPD
BIPD active · 100/100

Active BIPD/Primary-like policy on file in our insurance history.

OOS vs peers
Safer than peers · 100/100

Driver OOS 0.5% vs peer median 1.4% (better). Vehicle OOS 14.3% vs peer median 17.3% (better). n=3125 same-size ACTIVE peers.

FMCSA safety rating
Satisfactory · 100/100

Official FMCSA Satisfactory safety rating.

Insurance-watch tier
Not on watch · 100/100

No BMC-91 insurance-lapse watch classification on file for this USDOT.

TruckCodex compliance grade from authority, BIPD, peer OOS, FMCSA safety rating, and insurance-watch signals. Not legal advice. See methodology. Booking triage on this page: Clear to review.

Operating authority
Insurance

1 active liability policy

Company profile

Company details
USDOT 295027
In FMCSA records since Jun 10, 1987 (~39y)
Entity CORPORATION
Business org CORPORATION
Company officer DEREK VANBLARGAN
Company officer 2 STEVE S SCHUNK
Operation AUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
Hazmat Yes (MCS-150)
Cargo carried
General Freight
Fleet size 270 units
Drivers 251
Annual mileage 24,192,482 mi
Contact & address
Physical
4900 EAST COLONVILLE ROAD
CLARE, MI 48617
Mailing
650
CLARE, MI 48617
Registration & safety rating
USDOT 295027
In FMCSA records since Jun 10, 1987 (~39y)
Entity CORPORATION
Operation AUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
Annual mileage (MCS-150) 24,192,482 mi
Safety Rating Satisfactory
Hazmat Yes (MCS-150)
vs. National Average
Vehicle OOS Rate 14.3% vs 23.4% -9.1 pts
Driver OOS Rate 0.5% vs 6.7% -6.2 pts
Violations per Inspection 0.46 vs 1.80 -1.34
Peer tier (large fleets (101-1,000 power units)) median OOS rate: 19%
Active liability insurance
FMCSA cargo filing (BMC-34/83)

No active FMCSA cargo filing on file.

FMCSA L&I filing evidence — not a shipper certificate of insurance (COI). Cargo (BMC-34) is primarily an HHG / household-goods requirement; general freight carriers often have none.

Related filings

Fleet details (MCS-150)

Vehicle type Owned Term leased Trip leased
Truck tractors 262 0 0
Trailers 565 0 0
Trucks 8 0 0

Self-reported on the carrier’s Form MCS-150 (FMCSA Company Census).

Accident reports (24 months)

All 166 crashes →
Last 6 months 6–12 months 12–24 months Total
Fatalities 0 0 0 0
Injuries 0 2 3 5
Tow-away 1 6 11 18
Crash reports 1 6 11 18

Reportable crashes from FMCSA MCMIS for the trailing 24 months. Counts may differ slightly from SAFER due to reporting lag.

Inspections (24 months)

All 341 inspections →
Driver Vehicle Hazmat
Inspections 197 197 1
OOS inspections 1 13 0
OOS percentage 0.51% 6.6% 0%
National average 6.67% 22.26% 4.44%

Roadside inspections in the last 24 months. National averages are FMCSA MCSAP reference rates (driver ~6.7%, vehicle ~23.4%, hazmat ~4.4%).

Power Units
270
Drivers
251
Inspections
341
FMCSA roadside history on file
OOS Rate (peak)
14.3%
driver or vehicle, whichever higher
Crashes (24m)
18
166 all-time
Authorities
1
0 active
Carrier analysis & narrative context SEO summary, status notes, AI overview, and safety profiles

NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC is a corporation based in CLARE, MI, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 295027. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, with a safety rating of Satisfactory. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 270 power units and 251 drivers, with 341 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 14.3%. Use this page to verify the carrier's authority and insurance, review its inspection and crash history, and cross-reference live data on FMCSA SAFER before booking a load or onboarding a partner.

Carrier overview

NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC is a large fleet, operating 270 power units and 251 drivers, organized as a corporation, with 32 years on FMCSA's records, based in Clare, MI. Across 199 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 6.5% out-of-service rate, with 18 reportable crashes. BIPD/Primary insurance is on file with AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY, and all filed authority types (contract) are currently revoked.

Inspection profile

199 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 72% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in MI (64) and IN (20), with Level 3 inspections the most common.

Violation profile

6.5% out-of-service rate; led by Unsafe Driving (47.6% of violations); top code 392.2 (Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued) cited 11 times.

Fleet profile

The fleet comprises 270 power units (large fleet) and 251 drivers; International, Utility, and Stoughton are the most-inspected makes.

Risk Signals

Elevated OOS rate
Peak OOS rate of 14.3% is above the driver national average (~6.7%); vehicle national average is ~23.4%.
Authority revoked
1 revocation on record.

Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service

Compared against 3,125 ACTIVE carriers operating 135–405 power units (±50% of this carrier's 270 unit fleet).

This carrier — Driver OOS
0.5%
Drivers placed out-of-service at roadside inspections
Peer median
1.4%
Median across 3,125 same-size peers
Verdict
Safer than peers
Delta -0.9 pts vs peer median (lower is safer)
This carrier — Vehicle OOS
14.3%
Vehicles placed out-of-service at roadside inspections
Peer median
17.3%
Median across 3,125 same-size peers
Verdict
Safer than peers
Delta -3 pts vs peer median (lower is safer)
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map

Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)

2024-07 2026-07

Activity by State

States this carrier has been inspected in over the past 24 months.
State Inspections OOS OOS % Last Inspection
Michigan (MI) 67 9 13.4% Jul 16, 2026
Indiana (IN) 20 0 0.0% May 27, 2026
Ohio (OH) 15 1 6.7% May 4, 2026
Illinois (IL) 11 0 0.0% Dec 16, 2025
North Carolina (NC) 11 0 0.0% Jun 18, 2026
Tennessee (TN) 11 0 0.0% Apr 1, 2026
Kentucky (KY) 9 2 22.2% Jul 8, 2026
New York (NY) 9 1 11.1% May 19, 2026
Maryland (MD) 6 0 0.0% May 12, 2026
Missouri (MO) 6 1 16.7% Jun 25, 2026
Montana (MT) 4 0 0.0% Sep 29, 2025
Wisconsin (WI) 3 0 0.0% Dec 21, 2025
Oklahoma (OK) 3 0 0.0% May 15, 2025
Maine (ME) 2 0 0.0% Mar 19, 2025
Georgia (GA) 2 0 0.0% Nov 10, 2025
New Mexico (NM) 2 0 0.0% Mar 4, 2025
Colorado (CO) 2 0 0.0% Oct 23, 2025
Alabama (AL) 2 0 0.0% Feb 17, 2026
Utah (UT) 2 0 0.0% May 29, 2025
Louisiana (LA) 2 0 0.0% Apr 28, 2026
Arizona (AZ) 1 0 0.0% Mar 6, 2025
California (CA) 1 0 0.0% Feb 24, 2026
Iowa (IA) 1 0 0.0% Feb 6, 2026
Washington (WA) 1 0 0.0% Oct 7, 2025
Florida (FL) 1 0 0.0% Nov 11, 2025
North Dakota (ND) 1 0 0.0% Dec 27, 2024
Pennsylvania (PA) 1 0 0.0% May 21, 2025
Nevada (NV) 1 0 0.0% Sep 30, 2025
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
Make Model Inspections
International 241
Utility 59
Stoughton 46
Vanguard 31
Freightliner 22
Mack 17
Mckt 15
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
BASIC Inspections Serious Measure Percentile Alert As Of
Driver Fitness 1 0.04 0 Jul 20, 2026
Controlled Substances / Alcohol 1 0.02 0 Jul 20, 2026
Hours of Service 5 0.05 0 Jul 20, 2026
Unsafe Driving 20 0.62 1 Jul 20, 2026
Vehicle Maintenance 33 2.72 3 Jul 20, 2026

Higher percentiles indicate worse performance relative to peer carriers. Carriers at or above the FMCSA intervention threshold are marked ALERT.

Recent Inspections (341 rows) View all 341 →
Inspection # Date ▼ State Level Station Vehicle Violations Top Codes OOS
88440137 Jul 16, 2026 MI 3
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
1 392.2-SLLSWZ No
88356647 Jul 9, 2026 MI 3
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
2 392.2-SLLEWA2, 392.2-SLLEWG1 No
88350437 Jul 8, 2026 KY 1
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
0 No
88347539 Jul 8, 2026 MI 2
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
1 392.2-SLLEWA1 No
88261612 Jun 25, 2026 MO 1
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
1 393.48A-BIBD No
88179032 Jun 18, 2026 NC 2
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
0 No
88158087 Jun 16, 2026 MI 1
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
5 393.207F-SDAS, 392.2-SLLEWA3 Yes
88099317 Jun 10, 2026 MI 1
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
1 393.23-LEU Yes
88082702 Jun 9, 2026 MI 3
INTERNATIONAL STRAIGHT TRUCK
1 392.2-SLL No
88035638 Jun 3, 2026 MI 3
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
1 392.2-SLLLR No
88011014 Jun 1, 2026 MI 2
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
1 393.75A3-TAOL Yes
88009472 Jun 1, 2026 MI 3
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
1 392.2-SLLED No
87988282 May 29, 2026 MI 3
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
0 No
87977186 May 28, 2026 MI 2
INTERNATIONAL STRAIGHT TRUCK
1 393.9A-LIL No
87976694 May 27, 2026 IN 3
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
1 395.30B2-ELDDFC24 No
87969979 May 26, 2026 KY 2
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
1 393.75A3-TAOL Yes
87909604 May 20, 2026 MI 3
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
0 No
87913972 May 19, 2026 KY 2
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
0 No
87911765 May 19, 2026 NY 2
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
0 No
87834467 May 13, 2026 MI 2
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
2 393.9A-LBL, 393.9A-LIL No
87832329 May 12, 2026 MD 1
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
Ticket: Custom Scott
2 393.47E, 393.53B-B No
87758285 May 4, 2026 OH 2
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
0 No
87723749 Apr 29, 2026 NC 2 MT. AIRY WEIGH STATION N
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
0 No
87711919 Apr 28, 2026 KY 3 LOUISVILLE
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
1 2-SLLED No
87699277 Apr 28, 2026 LA 3 SHREVEPORT LA
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
0 No
Recent Crashes (166 rows) View all 166 →
Report # Date ▼ State Fatalities Injuries Tow Hazmat Severity
MI0003768931 Mar 18, 2026 MI 0 0 Yes No Tow
MI0003715133 Jan 19, 2026 MI 0 0 Yes No Tow
MI0003652589 Nov 7, 2025 MI 0 0 Yes No Tow
NY4104284100 Nov 6, 2025 NY 0 1 Yes No Injury
OH0255176157 Sep 23, 2025 OH 0 1 Yes No Injury
MI0003608648 Sep 19, 2025 MI 0 0 Yes No Tow
IN0904799357 Sep 8, 2025 IN 0 0 Yes No Tow
MI0003509603 May 30, 2025 MI 0 0 Yes No Tow
MI0003437919 Feb 18, 2025 MI 0 0 Yes No Tow
MI0003619033 Jan 31, 2025 MI 0 1 Yes No Injury
OH0255019407 Jan 23, 2025 OH 0 1 Yes No Injury
MI0003353914 Nov 25, 2024 MI 0 0 Yes No Tow
MI0003349185 Nov 20, 2024 MI 0 0 Yes No Tow
IN0904597345 Oct 22, 2024 IN 0 0 Yes No Tow
MI0003290055 Sep 23, 2024 MI 0 0 Yes No Tow
MT2450200946 Sep 4, 2024 MT 0 0 Yes No Tow
ILX003543354 Sep 3, 2024 IL 0 0 Yes No Tow
NC0107825290 Aug 19, 2024 NC 0 1 Yes No Injury
MI0003136539 Mar 4, 2024 MI 0 0 Yes No Tow
MI0003169546 Feb 15, 2024 MI 0 0 Yes No Tow
MI0003118012 Jan 24, 2024 MI 0 0 Yes No Tow
OH0243009372 Jan 18, 2024 OH 0 0 Yes No Tow
MI0003120352 Jan 17, 2024 MI 0 0 Yes No Tow
MI0003092700 Jan 12, 2024 MI 0 0 Yes No Tow
MI0003100278 Dec 14, 2023 MI 0 0 Yes No Tow
Authority Records (1 docket)

Revocations & Inactive Status

Authority actions other than active status — revocations, voluntary surrenders, and dormant dockets.

Date Docket Authority Status Applied
Unknown MC211602 common N
MC Certificate Documents (3 PDFs)

Authority Records (above) are FMCSA docket status and lifecycle events. MC Certificate Documents here are the archived PDF letters for each action — grants, reinstatements, revocations, name changes, and transfers. They are related but not the same dataset: one row per PDF letter, not one file per docket.

Click a row to open that specific letter. Multiple letters per docket are listed separately by action type and date.

Date Docket Action Authority PDF
Aug 28, 2008 MC211602-P REI REINSTATEMENT REI →
Jul 8, 2008 MC211602 NC REVOCATION NC →
Mar 4, 2005 MC84-B GRANT PERMIT GRANT →
Insurance Coverage Timeline (22 rows)

Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.

Insurer Policy # Type Limit Effective Cancel Status
WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. 1000111344 91X $750,000 Mar 31, 2020 On file ACTIVE
AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY 49-766411-02 BIPD/Primary Mar 31, 2019 Mar 31, 2019 REPLACED
AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY 49-766411-02 BIPD/Primary Mar 31, 2019 Mar 31, 2020 REPLACED
AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY 49-766411-02 BIPD/Primary Oct 29, 2015 Mar 31, 2019 REPLACED
AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY 49-766411-02 BIPD/Primary Apr 28, 2015 Oct 29, 2015 REPLACED
AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY 49-766411-02 BIPD/Primary Mar 31, 2015 Apr 28, 2015 REPLACED
AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY 49-766411-00 BIPD/Primary Mar 31, 2014 Mar 31, 2015 REPLACED
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY CA-L04301 BIPD/Primary Mar 31, 2012 Apr 30, 2014 CANCELLED
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY CA-L04301 BIPD/Primary Mar 31, 2012 Mar 31, 2014 REPLACED
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY CAL04301 BIPD/Primary Jun 1, 2008 Mar 31, 2012 REPLACED
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY CA-L04301 BIPD/Primary Mar 31, 2004 Aug 11, 2008 NAME CHANGED
EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. CL775195 BIPD/Primary Jun 27, 2003 Mar 31, 2004 CANCELLED
EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. CL775195 BIPD/Primary Mar 31, 2003 Jun 27, 2003 CANCELLED
GREAT MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY TRK41008000000 BIPD/Primary Mar 31, 2001 Mar 31, 2003 REPLACED
WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION MCP3100801-00 BIPD/Primary Mar 31, 2000 Apr 2, 2001 CANCELLED
WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION MCP3100801-00 BIPD/Primary Mar 31, 2000 Mar 31, 2001 REPLACED
UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. 133 639 115 BIPD/Primary Mar 31, 1997 Mar 31, 2000 REPLACED
NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY TF205927 BIPD/Primary Apr 2, 1996 May 6, 1996 CANCELLED
NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY TF205927 BIPD/Primary Apr 2, 1996 Mar 31, 1996 REPLACED
UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. 133 627703 BIPD Mar 31, 1996 Mar 31, 1997 REPLACED
NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY T 203533 BIPD/Primary Nov 23, 1993 Apr 2, 1996 REPLACED
NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY T 104023 BIPD/Primary Sep 10, 1992 Apr 2, 1996 CANCELLED
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
  1. Mar 31, 2020
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
  2. Mar 31, 2019
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
  3. Oct 29, 2015
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
  4. Apr 28, 2015
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
  5. Mar 31, 2015
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
  6. Apr 30, 2014
    insurance
    TERM/CANCL — ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
  7. Mar 31, 2014
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
  8. Mar 31, 2012
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
  9. Aug 28, 2008
    authority
    REINSTATED — MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER
    Details →
  10. Aug 11, 2008
    authority
    REVOKED — MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER
    Details →
  11. Aug 11, 2008
    insurance
    NAMECHG — ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
  12. Aug 11, 2008
    authority
    Authority revoked — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
  13. Apr 7, 2005
    authority
    DISMISSED — PROPERTY BROKER
    Details →
  14. Apr 8, 2004
    authority
    DISCONTINUED REVOCATION — CONTRACT
    Details →
  15. Mar 31, 2004
    insurance
    CANCEL — EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO.
  16. Jun 27, 2003
    insurance
    CANCEL — EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO.
  17. Mar 31, 2003
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — GREAT MIDWEST INSURANCE COMPANY
  18. Apr 2, 2001
    insurance
    TERM/CANCL — WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION
  19. Mar 31, 2001
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — WESTPORT INSURANCE CORPORATION
  20. Mar 31, 2000
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO.
  21. Mar 31, 1997
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO.
  22. May 6, 1996
    insurance
    TERM/CANCL — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
  23. Apr 2, 1996
    insurance
    CANCEL — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
  24. Apr 2, 1996
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
  25. Mar 31, 1996
    insurance
    TERM/REPL — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
  26. Nov 15, 1993
    authority
    TRANSFERRED — MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER
    Details →
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for

Most-Inspected Stations

Top Violation Codes Cited

Code Description Category Cited OOS
392.2 Violation of Local Laws - Explain: Unsafe Driving 44 0
393.9(a) Inoperable required lamps Vehicle Maintenance 20 6
393.45(d) Brake connections with leaks or constrictions Vehicle Maintenance 10 2
393.47(e) Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt Vehicle Maintenance 9 0
393.53(b) CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear Vehicle Maintenance 6 0
393.75(a)(3) Tire-flat and/or audible air leak Vehicle Maintenance 5 5
393.45(b)(2) Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking Vehicle Maintenance 4 1
392.16(a) Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) Unsafe Driving 3 0
396.3(a)(1) Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories Vehicle Maintenance 3 3
393.23 Required lamp not powered by vehicle electric Vehicle Maintenance 2 1
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How to verify NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC

  1. Verify USDOT and MC numbers match the carrier's documents. Compare the USDOT number and MC docket on this page to the numbers on the carrier's invoice, rate confirmation, or load-board listing. A mismatch between the carrier's claimed numbers and the registered legal name is the single most common red flag.
  2. Check active operating authority and insurance status. Confirm the Authority Records show at least one ACTIVE docket for the type of operation you're booking, and that the Active Insurance card lists a current BIPD/Primary policy. A revoked authority or uninsured carrier cannot legally operate.
  3. Review safety rating and SMS BASIC scores. Check the carrier's FMCSA safety rating (if any) and the SMS BASIC table. A high percentile in any BASIC category — especially Unsafe Driving, HOS, or Vehicle Maintenance — is worth investigating before tendering a load.
  4. Examine inspection and crash history. Open the Inspection History and Crash History subpages for the full record. Look for patterns: repeat OOS findings on the same unit, multiple crashes in a short window, or violations clustered in one BASIC category.
  5. Cross-reference real-time data with FMCSA SAFER. For the most current snapshot — within 24 hours of any insurer filing or authority change — click through to the FMCSA SAFER lookup. TruckCodex mirrors SAFER and L&I daily; SAFER itself reflects filings within 24 hours.

Frequently asked questions about NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC

Is NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC an active motor carrier?
Yes. NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC is registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 295027 and is currently shown as Active in the agency's Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Active status means the carrier may legally operate, contingent on continuous insurance and authority filings.
What is NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC's safety rating?
NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC's FMCSA safety rating is Satisfactory. A Satisfactory rating means FMCSA evaluators determined the carrier had an adequate safety management program at the time of the most recent compliance review. Safety ratings are assigned only after a formal compliance review; most carriers in the FMCSA database are unrated.
How many inspections has NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC had?
341 roadside inspections are on file for NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC in FMCSA's MCMIS database. Each inspection is summarized in the Inspection History section below — sortable by date, state, level, and out-of-service result. Newer inspections are pulled from the FMCSA SMS data feed daily.
What is NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC's out-of-service rate?
NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC's peak out-of-service rate is 14.3% (whichever is higher of driver-OOS or vehicle-OOS, computed from FMCSA roadside inspection data). The national averages are roughly 6.7% for drivers and 23.4% for vehicles — see the peer-context card on this page for a side-by-side comparison.
Where is NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC based?
NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC reports its physical address to the FMCSA as 4900 EAST COLONVILLE ROAD, CLARE, Michigan 48617. Carriers must file a Form MCS-150 every two years to keep their address current; an outdated address is a common compliance flag.
Does NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC have valid operating authority?
NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC has 1 authority record on file, but none are currently active. See the Authority Records section below for the status of each docket — common reasons for inactive authority include lapsed insurance, cancelled BOC-3 filings, or revocation following safety-related actions.
How many trucks and drivers does NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC operate?
NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC self-reports 270 power units and 251 drivers on its most recent FMCSA Form MCS-150 filing. Power-unit and driver counts come from the carrier directly and are required to be updated every two years; very large fluctuations between filings can indicate fleet changes worth investigating.
Has NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC had any crashes?
166 FMCSA-reportable crashes are on file for NORTHERN LOGISTICS INC in MCMIS. A reportable crash is one resulting in a fatality, an injury requiring transport for medical attention, or a vehicle disabled and towed from the scene. The full crash log is on the Crashes subpage with date, state, and outcome details.

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Carrier safety data lives in FMCSA's Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS): roadside inspections, crashes, out-of-service findings, and the seven Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs) that make up the SMS scoring methodology. For-hire carriers must also hold operating authority — an MC, FF, or MX docket number — which is separate from the USDOT number and requires continuous insurance and BOC-3 process-agent filings to remain active.

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Cross-border carrier registry and Canadian recall campaigns where applicable.

Refreshed weekly.

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