HAPPY EXPRESS LLC
USDOT 3325245 • 425 27TH STREET, ERIE, PA, 16504
ACTIVEMotor Carrier
Authority:None on file
Insurance:1 current
BOC-3:On file
Safety Rating:U
MCS-150:Never updated
OOS Orders:2 active
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
USDOT
3,325,245
Status
ACTIVE
Operation
Interstate
Business Type
Motor Carrier
State
Phone
4122908270
Email
Power Units (MCS-150)
1
Drivers (MCS-150)
1
Safety Rating
U
MCS-150 Mileage
9,000
BOC-3 Agent
Physical Address
425 27TH STREET, ERIE, PA, 16504
Mailing Address
1491 CHICAGO STREET, PITTSBURGH, PA, 15214
Contact
Phone: 4122908270
Email: [email protected]
Risk Signals3 flagged
HIGH
2 active Out-of-Service orders
Active OOS orders prevent this carrier from operating until rescinded. See the OOS Orders table for details.
MEDIUM
Elevated vehicle OOS rate: 60.0%
National average is 23.4%. This carrier's vehicle OOS rate is 36.6 percentage points above average.
MEDIUM
Elevated driver OOS rate: 46.7%
National average is 6.7%. This carrier's driver OOS rate is 40.0 percentage points above average.
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Active Authority
0
Revoked / Inactive
0
Authority Types
1
Insurance Policies
1 active
Latest: Nov 9, 2023
BOC-3 Filing
On file
Operating Authority
fmcsa-authhistApr 5, 2026
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-1058773 | OUT_OF_SERVICE | Dec 21, 2024 | Dec 21, 2024 |
Active Insurance (1)
fmcsa-insurApr 5, 2026
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONCERT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CS SPS 8479093-00 | ON FILE | Nov 9, 2023 | Jun 30, 2024 |
Insurance History (3 canceled/expired)
fmcsa-inshist-allwithhistory
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONCERT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CS SPS 8479093-00 | REPLACED | Nov 9, 2023 | Jun 10, 2024 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 317416001 | CANCELLED | Nov 9, 2021 | Nov 9, 2023 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 1371006 | REPLACED | Nov 10, 2019 | Nov 9, 2021 |
Insurance Events Timeline
fmcsa-insur-hist
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | CONCERT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CS SPS 8479093-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 30, 2024 | Jun 30, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CONCERT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CS SPS 8479093-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 10, 2024 | Jun 10, 2024 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 317416001 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 9, 2023 | Nov 9, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 1371006 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 9, 2021 | Nov 9, 2021 |
Authority Action History (3 events)
fmcsa-authhist-blob
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1058773 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 3, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 11, 2024 |
| MC1058773 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 13, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 9, 2023 |
| MC1058773 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 15, 2019 | OUT OF SERVICE | Dec 21, 2024 |
Out-of-Service Orders (2)
fmcsa-oos-orders
| OOS Date | Reason | Status | Rescinded |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 21, 2024 | Unsatisfactory = Unfit | ACTIVE | — |
| Jan 5, 2021 | New Entrant Revoked - Failure of Safety Audit | ACTIVE | Feb 5, 2021 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Hours of Service
26%
Unsafe Driving
62%
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspections
15
Violations
92
23 OOS
Vehicle OOS %
60.0%
Above nat'l avg (23.4%)
Driver OOS %
46.7%
Above nat'l avg (6.7%)
Power Units (MCS-150)
1
Drivers (MCS-150)
1
Crash Records
2
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
1
May
2
Jun
Jul
2
Aug
Sep
2
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
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May
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Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
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Feb
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Apr
Clean monthMonth with OOSBased on latest 15 of 15 inspection records
Inspection Activity Map
4 states • 15 inspections
None Low Medium High🚛 Home base
Violation Summary (92 violations from 15 inspections)
fmcsa-inspection-file
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 15 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 9 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 8 | 5 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 7 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b) | 390.21T(b) | 4 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 4 | 4 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 4 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB | 390.21TB | 2 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(a) | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51(a) | CDL disqualification - major offense | 2 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8(k)(2) | ELD malfunction / not functional | 2 | 2 | 5 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.9(d)(2) | Failure to correct defects noted on previous inspection report | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A2 | Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2IRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2MI | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51A-SIN | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.203(e) | Cab front bumper missing/unsecured/protrude | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(a) | Suspension defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(1) | Tire-ply or belt material exposed | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.34(a)(1) | Failing to note malfunction that requires use of paper log | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
Vehicle OOS Rate
60.0%vs nat'l 23.4%
+36.6 pts above avg
Driver OOS Rate
46.7%vs nat'l 6.7%
+40.0 pts above avg
Violations / Inspection
6.13vs nat'l 1.80
+4.33 above avg
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (15 inspections)
fmcsa-inspectionsApr 5, 2026
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
7 total · 71.4% OOS
2024-052024-10
InspectionsOOS
Most frequent inspection stations
FOWLERVILLE SCALE W/B1 · 1 OOS
HAUPPAUGE NY1 · 1 OOS
ROAD SIDE1 · 1 OOS
WADSWORTH SCALES1 · 1 OOS
400 BLOCK GAP NEWPORT PIKE1 · 1 OOS
I78 W AT EXIT 301 · 1 OOS
I80 EB MM 194 GREENE TWP - EAS1 · 1 OOS
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
2 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Total Crashes
2
Fatalities
0
Injuries
1
Across 1 crash
Tow-Aways
2
Crash History (2 records)
fmcsa-crash-fileApr 5, 2026
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | ANN ARBOR TWP | US-23 | ...FR2062 | HAPPY EXPRESS LLC |
| Mar 30, 2022 | NJ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | EDISON TWP | KILMER RD | ...FL0093 | HAPPY EXPRESS LLC |
Enforcement Actions
1 closed case — FMCSA civil penalties
1 Enforcement Case
fmcsa-enforcement
| Case Number | Closed Date | Violation Code(s) | Settlement | Subject Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PA-2025-0007-US1844 | Jan 3, 2025 | 395.8(e)(1); 396.3(a) | $3,720 | Carrier |
Compliance Timeline
11 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Jan 3, 2025
EnforcementEnforcement case closed • $3,720
Case PA-2025-0007-US1844 • 395.8(e)(1); 396.3(a)
Dec 21, 2024
OOSOOS order issued
Unsatisfactory = Unfit
Jun 30, 2024
InsuranceInsurance term/cancl
CONCERT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY • BIPD/Primary
Jun 10, 2024
InsuranceInsurance term/repl
CONCERT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY • BIPD/Primary
Nov 9, 2023
InsuranceInsurance cancel
CANAL INSURANCE CO. • BIPD/Primary
Nov 9, 2021
InsuranceInsurance term/repl
UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY • BIPD/Primary
Feb 5, 2021
OOSOOS order rescinded
New Entrant Revoked - Failure of Safety Audit
Jan 5, 2021
OOSOOS order issued
New Entrant Revoked - Failure of Safety Audit
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