PELTS XPRESS TRANSPORTATION LLC
USDOT 3251784 • 309 N GREGORY ST, AURORA, IL, 60504
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals2 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
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-1023528 | ACTIVE | Unknown | May 1, 2024 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BBRCXLTIL011400_060478_01 | ON FILE | May 1, 2024 | May 1, 2025 |
| OOIDA RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC. | BIPD | PL199531569 | ON FILE | Feb 5, 2021 | Mar 24, 2021 |
Insurance History (17 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACCREDITED SURETY AND CASUALTY COMPANY, INC. | BIPD/Primary | 1BWHIL1901259327-01 | CANCELLED | Mar 24, 2024 | May 1, 2024 |
| ACCREDITED SURETY AND CASUALTY COMPANY, INC. | BIPD/Primary | 1BWHIL1901259327-00 | CANCELLED | Mar 24, 2023 | Mar 24, 2024 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RT-HSIC-CA-0000401-00 | CANCELLED | Dec 18, 2022 | Mar 24, 2023 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RT-HSIC-CA-0000401-00 | REPLACED | Oct 20, 2022 | Oct 20, 2022 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RT-HSIC-CA-0000401-00 | CANCELLED | Oct 20, 2022 | Dec 18, 2022 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RT-HSIC-CA-0000401-00 | REPLACED | Oct 20, 2022 | Oct 20, 2022 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RT-HSIC-CA-0000401-00 | CANCELLED | Jul 22, 2022 | Oct 20, 2022 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RT-HSIC-CA-0000401-00 | REPLACED | Mar 24, 2022 | Mar 24, 2022 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RT-HSIC-CA-0000401-00 | CANCELLED | Mar 24, 2022 | Jul 22, 2022 |
| KNIGHTBROOK INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KBI000204-00 | CANCELLED | Feb 22, 2022 | Mar 24, 2022 |
| KNIGHTBROOK INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KBI000204-00 | REPLACED | Mar 24, 2021 | Feb 22, 2022 |
| KNIGHTBROOK INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | KBI000204-00 | CANCELLED | Mar 24, 2021 | Mar 16, 2022 |
| OOIDA RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC. | BIPD | PL199531569 | REPLACED | Oct 2, 2020 | Feb 5, 2021 |
| OOIDA RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC. | BIPD | PL199531569 | CANCELLED | Oct 2, 2020 | Feb 10, 2021 |
| OOIDA RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC. | BIPD | PL199531569 | CANCELLED | Jun 5, 2020 | Oct 2, 2020 |
| BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | BIPD/Primary | 02TRM035534-01 | CANCELLED | Sep 27, 2019 | Nov 7, 2019 |
| PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 0608417 | CANCELLED | Apr 12, 2019 | Sep 12, 2019 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | TEXAS INSURANCE COMPANY | BBRCXLTIL011400_060478_01 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2025 | May 1, 2025 |
| CANCEL | ACCREDITED SURETY AND CASUALTY COMPANY, INC. | 1BWHIL1901259327-01 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2024 | May 1, 2024 |
| CANCEL | ACCREDITED SURETY AND CASUALTY COMPANY, INC. | 1BWHIL1901259327-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 24, 2024 | Mar 24, 2024 |
| CANCEL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | RT-HSIC-CA-0000401-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 24, 2023 | Mar 24, 2023 |
| CANCEL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | RT-HSIC-CA-0000401-00 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 18, 2022 | Dec 18, 2022 |
| CANCEL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | RT-HSIC-CA-0000401-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 20, 2022 | Oct 20, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | RT-HSIC-CA-0000401-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 20, 2022 | Oct 20, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | RT-HSIC-CA-0000401-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 20, 2022 | Oct 20, 2022 |
| CANCEL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | RT-HSIC-CA-0000401-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 22, 2022 | Jul 22, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | RT-HSIC-CA-0000401-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 24, 2022 | Mar 24, 2022 |
| CANCEL | KNIGHTBROOK INSURANCE COMPANY | KBI000204-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 24, 2022 | Mar 24, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | KNIGHTBROOK INSURANCE COMPANY | KBI000204-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 16, 2022 | Mar 16, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | KNIGHTBROOK INSURANCE COMPANY | KBI000204-00 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 22, 2022 | Feb 22, 2022 |
| CANCEL | OOIDA RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC. | PL199531569 | BIPD | Mar 24, 2021 | Mar 24, 2021 |
| TERM/CANCL | OOIDA RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC. | PL199531569 | BIPD | Feb 10, 2021 | Feb 10, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | OOIDA RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC. | PL199531569 | BIPD | Feb 5, 2021 | Feb 5, 2021 |
| CANCEL | OOIDA RISK RETENTION GROUP, INC. | PL199531569 | BIPD | Oct 2, 2020 | Oct 2, 2020 |
| CANCEL | BERKSHIRE HATHAWAY HOMESTATE INSURANCE COMPAN | 02TRM035534-01 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 7, 2019 | Nov 7, 2019 |
| CANCEL | PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 0608417 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 12, 2019 | Sep 12, 2019 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-1023528 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| COMMON | MC-1023528 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (13 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1023528 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 4, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 1, 2024 |
| MC1023528 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 26, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 25, 2024 |
| MC1023528 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 27, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 24, 2023 |
| MC1023528 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 21, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 16, 2022 |
| MC1023528 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 23, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 26, 2022 |
| MC1023528 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 25, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 22, 2022 |
| MC1023528 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 17, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 23, 2022 |
| MC1023528 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 25, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 25, 2021 |
| MC1023528 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 14, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 8, 2021 |
| MC1023528 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 8, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 5, 2020 |
| MC1023528 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jun 9, 2020 | — | Unknown |
| MC1023528 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Sep 30, 2019 | REVOKED | Nov 13, 2019 |
| MC1023528 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 18, 2019 | REVOKED | Sep 18, 2019 |
Out-of-Service Orders (2)
| OOS Date | Reason | Status | Rescinded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 14, 2022 | New Entrant Revoked - Refusal of Audit/No Contact | ACTIVE | Feb 8, 2023 |
| Dec 24, 2019 | New Entrant Revoked - Refusal of Audit/No Contact | ACTIVE | May 8, 2020 |
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
20 states • 28 inspections
Violation Summary (87 violations from 28 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 12 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 9 | 2 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 3 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BMBCBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203(e) | Cab front bumper missing/unsecured/protrude | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.205C-WRAWFLMIB | Wheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | 1 | 0 | — | 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:393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EENA | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPDIT | HOS (Property) - Driver driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.209D | Wheel fasteners loose/missing | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(f)(1) | Drivers record of duty status not current | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB | 390.21TB | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11UR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51A-SIN | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| 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:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43D-BIPBS | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24(d) | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30(b)(1) | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8 | Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.8 | Failing to inspect/use emergency equipment | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.26(b) | Motor carrier failed to ensure that the ELD automatically recorded the required data elements. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(i) | 395.3(a)(3)(i) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(b)(2) | Driving after 70 hours on duty in a 8 day period. (Property carrying vehicle) | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(1) | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
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
1 crash record from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (1 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 8, 2023 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | INDIANAPOLIS | SHADELAND AVE | ...161622 | PELTS XPRESS TRANSPORTATION |
Compliance Timeline
25 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records