EM CARGO LLC
USDOT 3073738 • 11225 JOLIET RD, LEMONT, IL, 60439
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-062685 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Dec 11, 2020 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | MD-005123 | ON FILE | Dec 1, 2021 | Dec 1, 2023 |
Insurance History (5 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP66072A | CANCELLED | Dec 11, 2020 | Jan 4, 2022 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP66072A | REPLACED | Dec 11, 2020 | Dec 1, 2021 |
| KNIGHTBROOK INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KBI000126-00 | CANCELLED | Dec 11, 2019 | Dec 11, 2020 |
| COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP | BIPD/Primary | CHL 01-02688-18 | CANCELLED | Dec 11, 2018 | Dec 11, 2019 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 6386459 | REPLACED | Dec 11, 2017 | Dec 11, 2018 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | MD-005123 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2023 | Dec 1, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP66072A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 4, 2022 | Jan 4, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP66072A | BIPD/Primary | Dec 1, 2021 | Dec 1, 2021 |
| CANCEL | KNIGHTBROOK INSURANCE COMPANY | KBI000126-00 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 11, 2020 | Dec 11, 2020 |
| CANCEL | COUNTY HALL INSURANCE COMPANY, INC A RR GROUP | CHL 01-02688-18 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 11, 2019 | Dec 11, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 6386459 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 11, 2018 | Dec 11, 2018 |
Authority Action History (3 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC062685 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 16, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 11, 2020 |
| MC062685 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 14, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 11, 2019 |
| MC062685 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Dec 22, 2017 | — | 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
48 states • 679 inspections
Violation Summary (65 violations from latest 100 of 679 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 5 | 5 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.11B2-Q | Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. Driver failed the I | 2 | 2 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPDOOS | False record of duty status | 2 | 1 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.34A1-ELDDFN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failed to note the malfunction of the ELD and provide written notice of the malfunction to the motor carrier within 24 hours | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.11G-HOSDFPSD | HOS (Manner) - Driver failed to provide supporting documents to an authorized Federal State or local official | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8E1-HOSPVID | HOS (Passenger) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A3 | Drivers view and / or movement is obstructed | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.17 | 390.17 | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.9A-DFSL | Operating without proper operating authority | 1 | 0 | 8 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A2-C | Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHWS | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLMF | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | 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:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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:392.2-SLLHFD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLDL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A1 | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22A-D | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22B-DFPWD | Driver - Failed to place warning devices on the road surface | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLML | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9T | Inoperable tail lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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 (679 inspections)
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 23, 2026 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE | IS 44 | ...648620 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Feb 5, 2026 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT IN CITY LIMIT | I-81 | ...712236 | E M CARGO LLC |
| Nov 30, 2025 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | PLANTATION | SR-91 (FLORIDA TURNPIKE) | ...WN3840 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Nov 13, 2025 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | Stroud | I-44 | ...NA3917 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Nov 1, 2025 | SC | TOW | 0 | 0 | ELLOREE | OLD NUMBER SIX HWY | ...UX3251 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Oct 3, 2025 | TN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | KNOXVILLE | I-40 | ...UW9950 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Sep 28, 2025 | CT | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BERLIN | 15-S | ...WN3841 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Jul 21, 2025 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | Boston Twp | I-96 | ...637675 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Jul 2, 2025 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | Proviso Twp | I-294 N/B | ...VZ0803 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Jun 18, 2025 | NJ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | MANSFIELD TWP | NJ 57 (Admiral John D Bulkeley Memorial Highway) | ...WN3824 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Jun 12, 2025 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | HUNTERSVILLE | 77 | ...648570 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Jun 5, 2025 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | HOME TWP | HOWARD CITY EDMORE | ...699947 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Apr 10, 2025 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE | RT H | ...VX6770 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Mar 19, 2025 | WY | TOW | 0 | 0 | ROCK SPRINGS | I-80 MP 110.95 | ...637677 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Feb 18, 2025 | ID | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NAMPA | I 84 | ...WD6632 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Feb 15, 2025 | TN | INJURY | 0 | 2 | NASHVILLE | UNKNOWN RAMP / ROAD | ...637687 | EM CARGO LLCX |
| Jan 19, 2025 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT IN CITY LIMIT | I-40 | ...NM5379 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Dec 4, 2024 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | ONTARIO | 34.067205/-117.557111 | ...336883 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Nov 17, 2024 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | LINCOLN | IH 094 WB | ...VZ0803 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Jul 18, 2024 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | INDIANAPOLIS | I65 SB 103.7 MM | ...VK7429 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Jun 23, 2024 | FL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | JACKSONVILLE | INTERSTATE 95 SB | ...NA3918 | EM CARGO LLC |
| May 26, 2024 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | Ref Marker: | ...637677 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Mar 6, 2024 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | INTERSTATE 77 | ...626352 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Mar 5, 2024 | AR | TOW | 0 | 0 | ATKINS | CST(AVENUE 11 NORTHWEST) | ...NM5374 | EM CARGO LLC |
| Mar 4, 2024 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | JANESVILLE | IH 039 SB | ...648565 | EM CARGO LLC |
Compliance Timeline
32 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
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