SIKORA EXPRESS LLC
USDOT 3306214 • 259 REPUBLIC AVE, JOLIET, IL, 60435
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-1049410 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jul 24, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS TRANSVERSE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TINCA0020588 | ON FILE | Jul 23, 2025 | Jul 23, 2025 |
Insurance History (7 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS TRANSVERSE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TINCA0020588 | CANCELLED | Jul 23, 2025 | Dec 17, 2025 |
| FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NISTK0020588 | CANCELLED | Jul 23, 2023 | Jul 23, 2025 |
| IMPERIUM INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RT-IIC-CA-0000083-01 | REPLACED | Jul 23, 2022 | Jul 23, 2023 |
| HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RT-IIC-CA-0000083-01 | REPLACED | Jul 23, 2022 | Jul 23, 2022 |
| IMPERIUM INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RT-IIC-CA-0000083-00 | REPLACED | Jul 23, 2021 | Jul 23, 2022 |
| COMPASS SPECIALTY INSURANCE RRG, INC. | BIPD/Primary | CAL201942-01 | CANCELLED | Jul 23, 2020 | Jul 23, 2021 |
| COMPASS SPECIALTY INSURANCE RRG, INC. | BIPD/Primary | CAL201942-00 | CANCELLED | Jul 23, 2019 | Jul 23, 2020 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | MS TRANSVERSE INSURANCE COMPANY | TINCA0020588 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 17, 2025 | Dec 17, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | MS TRANSVERSE INSURANCE COMPANY | TINCA0020588 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 23, 2025 | Jul 23, 2025 |
| CANCEL | FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | NISTK0020588 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 23, 2025 | Jul 23, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | IMPERIUM INSURANCE COMPANY | RT-IIC-CA-0000083-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 23, 2023 | Jul 23, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | IMPERIUM INSURANCE COMPANY | RT-IIC-CA-0000083-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 23, 2022 | Jul 23, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | HOUSTON SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | RT-IIC-CA-0000083-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 23, 2022 | Jul 23, 2022 |
| CANCEL | COMPASS SPECIALTY INSURANCE RRG, INC. | CAL201942-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 23, 2021 | Jul 23, 2021 |
| CANCEL | COMPASS SPECIALTY INSURANCE RRG, INC. | CAL201942-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 23, 2020 | Jul 23, 2020 |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1049410 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 26, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 24, 2025 |
| MC1049410 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 28, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 21, 2021 |
| MC1049410 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 26, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 22, 2020 |
| MC1049410 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jul 29, 2019 | — | 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
39 states • 146 inspections
Violation Summary (78 violations from latest 100 of 146 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 4 | 4 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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 | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 2 | 2 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A1-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:391.41APC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:383.71H | License (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III-ELDSDN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify shipping document number. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24C2II-ELDTN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify CMV trailer number. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24D-ELDPT | HOS (ELD) - On request by an authorized safety official a driver must produce and transfer from an ELD the driver's hours of service records in accordance with t | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TFBMF | Tires - Front belt material/casing ply showing in tread area | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | 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-SLLFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A3-HOSPRNP | Driving beyond 11 hour driving limit in a 14-hour period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2 | Operating a CMV without a CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.45B2 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16AD | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.5A3-IDUI | Intoxicating - No driver shall be on duty or operate a commercial motor vehicle while the driver possesses an intoxicating beverage regardless of its alcohol con | 1 | 1 | — | Controlled Substances/Alcohol |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | 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:392.2LV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | 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 (146 inspections)
Showing 50 of 146
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
9 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (9 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 18, 2026 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | JEFFERSON (TOWNSHIP OF) | IR 80 | ...VZ9836 | SIKORA EXPRESS LLC |
| Oct 30, 2024 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | MILEPOST 219.5 WESTBOUND INTER | ...UG2413 | SIKORA EXPRESS LLC |
| Oct 2, 2024 | AR | TOW | 0 | 0 | MORRILTON | SH95 | ...UG2412 | SIKORA EXPRESS LLC |
| Sep 5, 2024 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LA CROSSE | PRIVATE PROPERTY | ...151797 | SIKORA EXPRESS LLC |
| Sep 8, 2023 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | URBANDALE | APPROX 8600 BLOCK TO 8000 BLOC | ...UL9862 | SIKORA EXPRESS LLC |
| Sep 1, 2023 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | Ref Marker: 84I82021091 | ...151797 | SIKORA EXPRESS LLC |
| Nov 30, 2022 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | SR 15 MACON HWY N AT TAPPAN SPUR RD | ...MA6087 | SIKORA EXPRESS LLC |
| Aug 25, 2022 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | WAYNESVILLE | PILOT TRUCK STOP | ...NE9707 | SIKORA EXPRESS LLC |
| Sep 15, 2021 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | DUPAGE TWP | I-55 | ...MD3788 | SIKORA EXPRESS LLC |
Compliance Timeline
18 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records