- Common authority is currently revoked as of Feb 24, 2025 · Docket MC004282.
- No active BIPD/Primary insurance on file — uninsured for 454 days (since Feb 18, 2025). A carrier without active primary liability coverage cannot legally operate.
AMERICAN STAR LLC
COLUMBUS, OH
AMERICAN STAR LLC is a motor carrier based in COLUMBUS, OH, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 2960328. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, with a safety rating of S. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 3 power units and 3 drivers, with 9 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 75.0%. 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.
AMERICAN STAR LLC is a small fleet, operating 3 power units and 3 drivers, with 1 year on FMCSA's records, based in Columbus, OH. Across 4 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 75.0% out-of-service rate, with 2 reportable crashes. The carrier currently has no active BIPD/Primary coverage on file, and all filed authority types (common) are currently revoked.
Active filings
Safety Snapshot
4 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, down 20% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in OH (3) and PA (1), with Level 1 inspections the most common.
75.0% out-of-service rate; led by Vehicle Maintenance (58.8% of violations); top code 392.2 (Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued) cited 3 times.
The fleet comprises 3 power units (small fleet) and 3 drivers; Wabash National, Freightliner, and Volvo are the most-inspected makes.
Compliance
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 338,685 ACTIVE carriers operating 2–5 power units (±50% of this carrier's 3 unit fleet).
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Activity by State
| State | Inspections | OOS | OOS % | Last Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ohio (OH) | 3 | 3 | 100.0% | Oct 18, 2024 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Wabash National | 7 | |
| Volvo | 4 | |
| Freightliner | 4 | |
| Hyundai Translead | 1 |
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
SMS data not available
FMCSA's Safety Measurement System has not published per-BASIC scores for this carrier yet. This typically means the carrier doesn't meet minimum exposure thresholds (inspections/power units), or their SMS snapshot hasn't been ingested.
Recent Inspections (9 rows) View all 9 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 82949056 | Oct 18, 2024 | OH | 2 | LOCKBOURNE OH |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 383.51A-LCDLRSWD, 393.75A3-TAOL, 393.9A-LSLI | Yes |
| 82895217 | Oct 10, 2024 | OH | 1 | COLUMBUS OH |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
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6 | 393.45(d), 395.8(e)(1), 393.75(c) | Yes |
| 81961148 | Jun 25, 2024 | OH | 1 | CAMBRIDGE SCALES |
VOLV TRUCK TRACTOR
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5 | 396.3(a)(1), 393.45(d), 392.2 | Yes |
| 81578556 | May 8, 2024 | PA | 3 | — |
VOLV TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 392.2, 395.3(a)(3)(ii) | No |
| 81024733 | Mar 5, 2024 | MD | 2 | I-70 W FRIENDSHIP SCALE HOUSE |
VOLV TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 80617189 | Jan 12, 2024 | OH | 3 | IR 70 MILE POST 186 |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 80548748 | Dec 18, 2023 | OH | 2 | ROADSIDE INSPECTION |
VOLVO TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 393.9(a), 392.2 | No |
| 78960867 | Jun 21, 2023 | PA | 2 | pa-s.r.-0076-eb-mm-154.2-west-pro |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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6 | 393.41, 396.17(c), 393.203(b) | Yes |
| 78652194 | May 16, 2023 | PA | 3 | — |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2 | No |
Recent Crashes (3 rows)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MO0000109964 | Sep 27, 2024 | MO | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OH0243137545 | Aug 2, 2024 | OH | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OH0235236921 | Dec 18, 2023 | OH | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
Authority Records (1 docket)
Revocations & Inactive Status
Authority actions other than active status — revocations, voluntary surrenders, and dormant dockets.
| Date | Docket | Authority | Status | Applied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 24, 2025 | MC004282 | Common | REVOKED | Feb 24, 2025 |
MC Certificate Documents (1 PDF)
Operating-authority certificates and decision notices filed with FMCSA. Each PDF is the original 2-page daily record. Click a row to view or download.
| Date | Docket | Action | Authority | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 24, 2017 | MC4282-C | CPL | CERTIFICATE | View PDF → |
Insurance Coverage Timeline (7 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GRT16996A | BIPD/Primary | Feb 18, 2024 | Feb 18, 2025 | CANCELLED |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LTO8000629 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 18, 2023 | Feb 18, 2024 | CANCELLED |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP46880A | BIPD/Primary | Feb 18, 2019 | Feb 18, 2023 | REPLACED |
| PLATINUM TRANSPORT INSURANCE RRG, INC | PTI000378-01 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 18, 2018 | Feb 18, 2019 | CANCELLED |
| PLATINUM TRANSPORT INSURANCE RRG, INC | PTI000378-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 30, 2017 | Feb 18, 2018 | CANCELLED |
| PLATINUM TRANSPORT INSURANCE RRG, INC | PTI000378-00 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 18, 2017 | Jun 30, 2017 | REPLACED |
| PLATINUM TRANSPORT INSURANCE RRG, INC | PTI000378-00 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 18, 2017 | Jul 1, 2017 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Feb 24, 2025
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Feb 24, 2025authorityAuthority revoked — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
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Feb 18, 2025insuranceCANCEL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
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Feb 18, 2024insuranceCANCEL — NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY
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Feb 15, 2024
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Feb 18, 2023insuranceTERM/REPL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
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Feb 18, 2019insuranceCANCEL — PLATINUM TRANSPORT INSURANCE RRG, INC
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Jan 28, 2019
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Feb 20, 2018
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Feb 18, 2018insuranceCANCEL — PLATINUM TRANSPORT INSURANCE RRG, INC
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Jul 1, 2017insuranceTERM/CANCL — PLATINUM TRANSPORT INSURANCE RRG, INC
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Jun 30, 2017insuranceTERM/REPL — PLATINUM TRANSPORT INSURANCE RRG, INC
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Jun 13, 2017
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| I-70 W FRIENDSHIP SCALE HOUSE | MD | 1 | 0 |
| CAMBRIDGE SCALES | OH | 1 | 1 |
| COLUMBUS OH | OH | 1 | 1 |
| IR 70 MILE POST 186 | OH | 1 | 0 |
| LOCKBOURNE OH | OH | 1 | 1 |
| ROADSIDE INSPECTION | OH | 1 | 0 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 6 | 0 |
| 393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 1 |
| 393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | Hours of Service | 2 | 0 |
| 393.203(b) | Cab/body improperly secured to frame | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.41 | No or defective parking brake system on CMV | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 1 |
| 393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 395.3(a)(3)(ii) | Driving after 60/70-hour limit | Hours of Service | 1 | 0 |
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Docket MC004282
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GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY
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PLATINUM TRANSPORT INSURANCE RRG, INC
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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3 reportable crashes
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How to verify AMERICAN STAR LLC
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
- 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.
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