TBS EXPRESS INC
USDOT 3671108 • 1141 E MAIN STREET SUITE 202, EAST DUNDEE, IL, 60118
ACTIVEMotor Carrier
Authority:1 active
Insurance:1 current
BOC-3:On file
Safety Rating:Not rated
MCS-150:Never updated
OOS Orders:None
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
USDOT
3,671,108
Status
ACTIVE
Operation
Interstate
Business Type
Motor Carrier
State
Phone
5635579040
Email
Power Units (MCS-150)
83
Drivers (MCS-150)
83
MCS-150 Mileage
10,625,000
BOC-3 Agent
Physical Address
1141 E MAIN STREET SUITE 202, EAST DUNDEE, IL, 60118
Contact
Phone: 5635579040
Email: [email protected]
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Common Carrier — Active
Active Authority
1
Revoked / Inactive
0
Authority Types
1
Insurance Policies
1 active
Latest: Oct 14, 2023
BOC-3 Filing
On file
Operating Authority
fmcsa-authhistApr 5, 2026
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-1273029 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Oct 4, 2023 |
Active Insurance (1)
fmcsa-insurApr 5, 2026
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0232600001 | ON FILE | Oct 14, 2023 | Oct 14, 2025 |
Insurance History (3 canceled/expired)
fmcsa-inshist-allwithhistory
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | AFXIA001621-00 | CANCELLED | Oct 14, 2022 | Oct 14, 2023 |
| PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA03929323 | CANCELLED | Aug 3, 2021 | Nov 3, 2022 |
| PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA03929323 | REPLACED | Aug 3, 2021 | Oct 14, 2022 |
Insurance Events Timeline
fmcsa-insur-hist
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0232600001 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 14, 2025 | Oct 14, 2025 |
| CANCEL | KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | AFXIA001621-00 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 14, 2023 | Oct 14, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA03929323 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 3, 2022 | Nov 3, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA03929323 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 14, 2022 | Oct 14, 2022 |
Authority Action History (3 events)
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| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1273029 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 18, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 4, 2023 |
| MC1273029 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 7, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 14, 2022 |
| MC1273029 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Aug 10, 2021 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Measures
Unsafe Driving
0
Hours of Service
0
Driver Fitness
0.00
Drugs / Alcohol
0.00
Vehicle Maintenance
4.19
BASIC measure values (lower = better). Percentile rankings not available for this carrier. Data from SMS snapshot Apr 5, 2026.
Inspections
71
Violations
59
9 OOS
Vehicle OOS %
9.9%
Driver OOS %
0.0%
Power Units (MCS-150)
83
Drivers (MCS-150)
83
Crash Records
0
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
3
May
3
Jun
1
Jul
2
Aug
2
Sep
3
Oct
3
Nov
1
Dec
1
Jan
Feb
4
Mar
4
Apr
1
May
3
Jun
1
Jul
1
Aug
Sep
1
Oct
1
Nov
2
Dec
3
Jan
1
Feb
3
Mar
1
Apr
Clean monthMonth with OOSBased on latest 71 of 71 inspection records
Inspection Activity Map
29 states • 71 inspections
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Violation Summary (59 violations from 71 inspections)
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| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 8 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| fmcsr:104B-C | 104B-C | 1 | 0 | — | — |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLCP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2W | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | 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:392.22B-DFPWD | Driver - Failed to place warning devices on the road surface | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLILC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205C-WRAWFLMIB | Wheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205A-WRBH | Wheel/rim defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.203(c) | Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(e) | 390.21T(e) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b) | 390.21T(b) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104(f)(1) | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.82(a)(1) | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
Vehicle OOS Rate
9.9%vs nat'l 23.4%
-13.5 pts below avg
Driver OOS Rate
0.0%vs nat'l 6.7%
-6.7 pts below avg
Violations / Inspection
0.83vs nat'l 1.80
-0.97 below avg
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (71 inspections)
Showing 50 of 71
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Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
46 total · 10.9% OOS
2024-042026-04
InspectionsOOS
Most frequent inspection stations
JEFFERSON SD2 · 1 OOS
SEDONA AZ1 · 1 OOS
Violations by BASIC category
Compliance Timeline
5 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Oct 14, 2025
InsuranceInsurance term/repl
SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY • BIPD/Primary
Oct 14, 2023
InsuranceInsurance cancel
KNIGHT SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY • BIPD/Primary
Nov 3, 2022
InsuranceInsurance term/cancl
PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY • BIPD/Primary
Oct 14, 2022
InsuranceInsurance term/repl
PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY • BIPD/Primary
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