B & H SYSTEMS INC
USDOT 324881 • 2301 ARTHUR AVENUE, ELK GROVE VILLAGE, IL, 60007
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 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
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP25801A | ON FILE | Oct 1, 2016 | Oct 1, 2023 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP08661A | ON FILE | Jul 18, 2002 | Nov 5, 2014 |
| ST. PAUL PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | CA 0165071 | ON FILE | Mar 15, 1995 | Mar 15, 1998 |
Insurance History (11 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WESTFIELD INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CSP 7894445 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2015 | Oct 1, 2016 |
| ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | H08457967 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2014 | Oct 1, 2015 |
| ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | H08457967 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2014 | Oct 29, 2015 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP08661A | REPLACED | Jul 18, 2002 | Oct 1, 2014 |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | TRK 1075555909 | CANCELLED | Mar 15, 1998 | Aug 8, 2002 |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | TRK 1075555909 | REPLACED | Mar 15, 1998 | Jul 18, 2002 |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | TRK 1075555909 | CANCELLED | Mar 15, 1998 | Aug 8, 2002 |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | TRK 1075555909 | REPLACED | Mar 15, 1998 | Jul 18, 2002 |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 83 MS PJ7435 | REPLACED | Jun 15, 1995 | Mar 15, 1998 |
| HAWKEYE SECURITY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | HTP-600179-00 | CANCELLED | Mar 15, 1993 | Mar 23, 1995 |
| NORTHWESTERN NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CARGO | BCP377239 | REPLACED | Apr 15, 1988 | Jun 15, 1995 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP25801A | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2023 | Oct 1, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | WESTFIELD INSURANCE CO. | CSP 7894445 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2016 | Oct 1, 2016 |
| TERM/CANCL | ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | H08457967 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 29, 2015 | Oct 29, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | H08457967 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2015 | Oct 1, 2015 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP08661A | CARGO | Nov 5, 2014 | Nov 5, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP08661A | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2014 | Oct 1, 2014 |
| TERM/CANCL | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | TRK 1075555909 | CARGO | Aug 8, 2002 | Aug 8, 2002 |
| TERM/CANCL | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | TRK 1075555909 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 8, 2002 | Aug 8, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | TRK 1075555909 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 18, 2002 | Jul 18, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | TRK 1075555909 | CARGO | Jul 18, 2002 | Jul 18, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | ST. PAUL PROTECTIVE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 0165071 | BIPD | Mar 15, 1998 | Mar 15, 1998 |
| TERM/REPL | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 83 MS PJ7435 | CARGO | Mar 15, 1998 | Mar 15, 1998 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHWESTERN NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BCP377239 | CARGO | Jun 15, 1995 | Jun 15, 1995 |
| CANCEL | HAWKEYE SECURITY INSURANCE CO. | HTP-600179-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 23, 1995 | Mar 23, 1995 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-211820 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| CONTRACT | MC-211820 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC211820 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Oct 17, 2023 | — | Unknown |
| MC211820 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Oct 17, 2023 | — | Unknown |
| MC211820 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 1, 2002 | REVOKED | Oct 10, 2023 |
| MC211820 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 23, 1995 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC211820 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 7, 1989 | REVOKED | Oct 10, 2023 |
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
4 states • 28 inspections
Violation Summary (35 violations from 28 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:177.834A-HMC | General loading/unloading hazmat | 2 | 2 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:177.817A-HMPSPMC | Placarding violation | 2 | 0 | 8 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9H | Inoperable head lamps | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.23-LEU | Lighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g. unplugged or loose pigtail) | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TC-MC | 390.21TC-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:177.817E1-HMHC | HM (Highway Carriage) - Failing to clearly distinguish HM shipping papers from other papers of any kind | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:177.823A-HMPMCNP | Movement of damaged hazmat packages | 1 | 1 | 9 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:177.834H-HMHC | HM (Highway Carriage) - Failing to use precautions concerning containers in transit. | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.201(a) | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b)(3) | 390.21T(b)(3) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.201(b) | Bolts securing cab broken/loose/missing | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(i) | 395.3(a)(3)(i) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8 | Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner) | 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 (28 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
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2025 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | SCHAUMBURG TWP | I-290 EASTBOUND | ...G00314 | B & H SYSTEMS INC |
| Nov 22, 2024 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | MCCOOK | JOLIET RD | ...010708 | B & H SYSTEMS INC |
| Sep 24, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | CHICAGO | W LAKE ST | ...000305 | B & H SYSTEMS INC |
| Nov 17, 2021 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | LYONS TWP | I-294 SB EXIT RAMP | ...K01178 | B & H SYSTEMS INC |
| Oct 15, 2015 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 16, 2015 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 9, 2015 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 13, 2014 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 27, 2014 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 31, 2013 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 7 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 24, 2013 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 5, 2013 | IL | FATAL | 1 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 14, 2012 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 1, 2011 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 19, 2011 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 2, 2009 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 31, 2008 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 11, 2008 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 3, 2007 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 26, 2007 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 7, 2007 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 7, 2007 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 3, 2006 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 13, 2005 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 25, 2005 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 4 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
41 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 41 events