- Common (Property) authority is currently revoked as of Dec 1, 2025 · Docket MC1497871.
JOY EXPRESS LLC
GASTONIA, NC
JOY EXPRESS LLC is a motor carrier based in GASTONIA, NC, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 3992031. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, and has not yet received a formal FMCSA safety rating. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 6 power units and 7 drivers, with 12 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 50.0%. Use this page to verify the carrier's authority and insurance, review its inspection and crash history, and cross-reference live data on FMCSA SAFER before booking a load or onboarding a partner.
Carrier is unrated
FMCSA has not assigned this carrier a formal safety rating. Most carriers are unrated until they undergo a compliance review — being unrated is not, by itself, a red flag, but it does mean federal investigators have not formally evaluated the carrier's safety management practices. Use the inspection history and BASIC scores below to assess on-road performance.
JOY EXPRESS LLC is a small fleet, operating 6 power units and 7 drivers, based in Gastonia, NC. Across 12 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded an 8.3% out-of-service rate, with 1 reportable crash. BIPD/Primary insurance is on file with SIRIUSPOINT AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY, and all filed authority types (common) are currently revoked.
Active filings
Safety Snapshot
12 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, concentrated in SC (5) and NC (4), with Level 3 inspections the most common.
8.3% out-of-service rate; led by Hours of Service (47.6% of violations); top code 392.2-SLLLR (Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued) cited 3 times.
The fleet comprises 6 power units (small fleet) and 7 drivers; Freightliner, Wabash National, and Great Dane are the most-inspected makes.
Compliance
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 133,144 ACTIVE carriers operating 3–9 power units (±50% of this carrier's 6 unit fleet).
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Activity by State
| State | Inspections | OOS | OOS % | Last Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Carolina (SC) | 5 | 0 | 0.0% | May 20, 2025 |
| North Carolina (NC) | 4 | 1 | 25.0% | Jan 24, 2026 |
| Sinaloa (MS) | 2 | 0 | 0.0% | Mar 25, 2026 |
| Alabama (AL) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Jul 12, 2025 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 12 | |
| Wabash National | 5 | |
| Great Dane | 2 | |
| Utility | 2 | |
| Hyundai Translead | 1 |
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
SMS data not available
FMCSA's Safety Measurement System has not published per-BASIC scores for this carrier yet. This typically means the carrier doesn't meet minimum exposure thresholds (inspections/power units), or their SMS snapshot hasn't been ingested.
Recent Inspections (12 rows) View all 12 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87418833 | Mar 25, 2026 | MS | 3 | FULTON EB SCALES |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 86890304 | Jan 24, 2026 | NC | 3 | nc-rowan-county,-i-85-southbound |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 85889448 | Sep 21, 2025 | MS | 3 | UNION COUNTY |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 85203339 | Jul 12, 2025 | AL | 3 | CARBON HILL AL |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 395.8A | No |
| 85138804 | Jul 7, 2025 | NC | 2 | I-85 NORTHBOUND |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 85029406 | Jun 23, 2025 | NC | 3 | nc-halifax-weigh-station,-i-95,-s |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 84772532 | May 20, 2025 | SC | 3 | PIEDMONT SC |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 392.2-SLLSIV, 392.2-SLLS1, 392.2-SLLLR | No |
| 84613892 | May 8, 2025 | NC | 2 | nc-granville-county,-i-85,-n |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 393.9TS, 393.75A | Yes |
| 84552149 | May 1, 2025 | SC | 3 | PIEDMONT SC |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 395.24, 392.2-SLLS1 | No |
| 84338527 | Apr 8, 2025 | SC | 3 | SWANSEA SC |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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5 | 395.8E-HOSPDOOS, 392.2-SLLS2, 395.8A | No |
| 83913791 | Feb 18, 2025 | SC | 3 | GREER SC |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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5 | 395.3A2-HOSPD, 395.3A1-HOSPD, 392.2-SLLS2 | No |
| 83223998 | Nov 20, 2024 | SC | 3 | ANDERSON SC |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 392.2-SLLLR, 392.2-SLLS1 | No |
Recent Crashes (1 row)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NC0107943671 | Dec 3, 2024 | NC | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
Authority Records (2 dockets)
Revocations & Inactive Status
Authority actions other than active status — revocations, voluntary surrenders, and dormant dockets.
| Date | Docket | Authority | Status | Applied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 1, 2025 | MC1497871 | Common (Property) | REVOKED | — |
MC Certificate Documents (2 PDFs)
Operating-authority certificates and decision notices filed with FMCSA. Each PDF is the original 2-page daily record. Click a row to view or download.
| Date | Docket | Action | Authority | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 4, 2025 | MC1497871-C | REI | REINSTATEMENT | View PDF → |
| Dec 5, 2023 | MC1497871-C | CPL | REVOCATION | View PDF → |
Insurance Coverage Timeline (5 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIRIUSPOINT AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | NNFTK3933990 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 22, 2025 | Nov 22, 2025 | REPLACED |
| SIRIUSPOINT AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | NNFTK3933990 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 22, 2025 | Nov 22, 2025 | REPLACED |
| SIRIUSPOINT AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | NNFTK3933990 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 22, 2025 | On file | ACTIVE |
| STONEWOOD INSURANCE COMPANY | JST100612101 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 22, 2024 | Nov 22, 2025 | CANCELLED |
| STONEWOOD INSURANCE COMPANY | JST1006121 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 22, 2023 | Nov 22, 2024 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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May 9, 2026insuranceCANCEL — SIRIUSPOINT AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY
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Dec 4, 2025
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Dec 1, 2025
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Dec 1, 2025authorityAuthority revoked — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
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Nov 22, 2025insuranceCANCEL — STONEWOOD INSURANCE COMPANY
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Nov 22, 2025insuranceTERM/REPL — SIRIUSPOINT AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY
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Nov 22, 2024
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Nov 22, 2024insuranceCANCEL — STONEWOOD INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jan 9, 2023
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIEDMONT SC | SC | 2 | 0 |
| CARBON HILL AL | AL | 1 | 0 |
| FULTON EB SCALES | MS | 1 | 0 |
| UNION COUNTY | MS | 1 | 0 |
| I-85 NORTHBOUND | NC | 1 | 0 |
| ANDERSON SC | SC | 1 | 0 |
| GREER SC | SC | 1 | 0 |
| SWANSEA SC | SC | 1 | 0 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | Hours of Service | 1 | 0 |
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Docket MC1497871
Common (Property) · REVOKED · MC
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SIRIUSPOINT AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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STONEWOOD INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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12 inspections
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1 reportable crash
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How to verify JOY EXPRESS LLC
- Verify USDOT and MC numbers match the carrier's documents. Compare the USDOT number and MC docket on this page to the numbers on the carrier's invoice, rate confirmation, or load-board listing. A mismatch between the carrier's claimed numbers and the registered legal name is the single most common red flag.
- Check active operating authority and insurance status. Confirm the Authority Records show at least one ACTIVE docket for the type of operation you're booking, and that the Active Insurance card lists a current BIPD/Primary policy. A revoked authority or uninsured carrier cannot legally operate.
- Review safety rating and SMS BASIC scores. Check the carrier's FMCSA safety rating (if any) and the SMS BASIC table. A high percentile in any BASIC category — especially Unsafe Driving, HOS, or Vehicle Maintenance — is worth investigating before tendering a load.
- Examine inspection and crash history. Open the Inspection History and Crash History subpages for the full record. Look for patterns: repeat OOS findings on the same unit, multiple crashes in a short window, or violations clustered in one BASIC category.
- Cross-reference real-time data with FMCSA SAFER. For the most current snapshot — within 24 hours of any insurer filing or authority change — click through to the FMCSA SAFER lookup. TruckCodex mirrors SAFER and L&I daily; SAFER itself reflects filings within 24 hours.
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