TARA FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC
USDOT 3593861 • 405 SHAWMUT AVE UNIT 101, LA GRANGE, IL, 60525
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-1218287 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Feb 2, 2026 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 011-81-9506 | ON FILE | Jul 9, 2025 | Jun 20, 2025 |
Insurance History (9 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 011-81-9506 | REPLACED | Jun 20, 2025 | Jan 30, 2026 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 011-81-9506 | CANCELLED | Jun 20, 2025 | Feb 17, 2026 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 011-81-9506 | CANCELLED | Apr 10, 2025 | Jul 9, 2025 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | 011-81-9506 | REPLACED | Apr 10, 2025 | Jun 20, 2025 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GRT20439A | REPLACED | Apr 10, 2024 | Apr 10, 2025 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN349242 | CANCELLED | Apr 10, 2023 | Apr 10, 2024 |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | BIPD/Primary | GWP85055 00 | CANCELLED | Mar 10, 2023 | Apr 10, 2023 |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | BIPD/Primary | GWP85055 00 | CANCELLED | Apr 10, 2022 | Mar 10, 2023 |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA947632722 | REPLACED | Apr 10, 2021 | Apr 10, 2022 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 011-81-9506 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 17, 2026 | Feb 17, 2026 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 011-81-9506 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 30, 2026 | Jan 30, 2026 |
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 011-81-9506 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 9, 2025 | Jul 9, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 011-81-9506 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 20, 2025 | Jun 20, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | 011-81-9506 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 20, 2025 | Jun 20, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GRT20439A | BIPD/Primary | Apr 10, 2025 | Apr 10, 2025 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN349242 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 10, 2024 | Apr 10, 2024 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | GWP85055 00 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 10, 2023 | Apr 10, 2023 |
| CANCEL | STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | GWP85055 00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 10, 2023 | Mar 10, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA947632722 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 10, 2022 | Apr 10, 2022 |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1218287 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 21, 2026 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 2, 2026 |
| MC1218287 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 12, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 20, 2025 |
| MC1218287 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 14, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 9, 2024 |
| MC1218287 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 14, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 6, 2023 |
| MC1218287 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 12, 2021 | — | 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
17 states • 31 inspections
Violation Summary (22 violations from 31 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 5 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.22A-D | Emergency warning devices not displayed | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSL | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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:392.82DUMT | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(f) | Air suspension pressure loss | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.80(a) | Using a hand-held mobile telephone | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | 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 (31 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 18, 2025 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | NO CITY COUNTY CRASH | RAMP I 80 E TO BAKER AVE, N | ...NKNOWN | TARA FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC |
Compliance Timeline
12 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records