VAN'S INTERSTATE SERVICE INC
USDOT 429136 • 2280 TURNER NW, GRAND RAPIDS, MI, 49544-2046
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY CO. OF CONNECTICUT | BIPD/Primary | Y-MR-3B269661-TCT-12 | ON FILE | Feb 1, 2012 | May 1, 2025 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | CARGO | QT-660-2810N473-TIL | ON FILE | Nov 17, 2009 | Jun 29, 2019 |
| AMERICAN CASUALTY COMPANY OF READING | SURETY | 124168216 | ON FILE | Dec 7, 1993 | Apr 25, 2003 |
Insurance History (10 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 4166506900 | REPLACED | Oct 3, 2008 | Feb 1, 2012 |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 4172336503 | REPLACED | Oct 3, 2008 | Oct 3, 2008 |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 4172336503 | REPLACED | Feb 24, 2006 | Oct 3, 2008 |
| FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 656-79-74 | REPLACED | Nov 17, 1999 | Nov 17, 2009 |
| FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 656-79-74 | REPLACED | Nov 17, 1999 | Nov 17, 1999 |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 4172336500 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 1999 | Feb 24, 2006 |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 81 MS CW6513 | CANCELLED | Nov 17, 1998 | Jan 6, 2000 |
| THE CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | IM 998112 | REPLACED | Nov 17, 1995 | Nov 17, 1998 |
| LUMBERMENS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | 3AT 633 568 | CANCELLED | Jul 17, 1994 | Jan 27, 1996 |
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | FA 1298 | CANCELLED | Jan 9, 1994 | Jan 31, 1999 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY CO. OF CONNECTICUT | Y-MR-3B269661-TCT-12 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2025 | May 1, 2025 |
| CANCEL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT-660-2810N473-TIL | CARGO | Jun 29, 2019 | Jun 29, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 4166506900 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2012 | Feb 1, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | 656-79-74 | CARGO | Nov 17, 2009 | Nov 17, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 4172336503 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 3, 2008 | Oct 3, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 4172336503 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 3, 2008 | Oct 3, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 4172336500 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 24, 2006 | Feb 24, 2006 |
| CANCEL | AMERICAN CASUALTY COMPANY OF READING | 124168216 | SURETY | Apr 25, 2003 | Apr 25, 2003 |
| CANCEL | HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 81 MS CW6513 | CARGO | Jan 6, 2000 | Jan 6, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | 656-79-74 | CARGO | Nov 17, 1999 | Nov 17, 1999 |
| CANCEL | PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | FA 1298 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 31, 1999 | Jan 31, 1999 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | IM 998112 | CARGO | Nov 17, 1998 | Nov 17, 1998 |
| CANCEL | LUMBERMENS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO. | 3AT 633 568 | CARGO | Jan 27, 1996 | Jan 27, 1996 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROKER | MC-196448 | VOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (7 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC196448 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 2, 2000 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 2, 2000 |
| MC196448 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 13, 1996 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC196448 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Jun 30, 1994 | REVOKED | Jun 5, 2003 |
| MC196448 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 5, 1992 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC196448 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 19, 1992 | — | Unknown |
| MC196448 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 7, 1991 | — | Unknown |
| MC196448 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 18, 1991 | TRANSFERRED | Apr 15, 1991 |
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
6 states • 78 inspections
Violation Summary (187 violations from 78 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 21 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 17 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 15 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 10 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 7 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 7 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 7 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 5 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 4 | 2 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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 | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 3 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43(a) | Brake - relay emergency valve | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(f) | Air suspension pressure loss | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8D11-HOSF | 395.8D11-HOSF | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TG4I -IEPIDM | 390.21TG4I -IEPIDM | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BCFSBD | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47B-BMBCAD-SA | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSL | Fuel system leak | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43A-TPV | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.78-WOOS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 1 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.126B-CIM | Cargo securement - flattened/crushed vehicles | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LIL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.209(d) | Wheel fasteners loose/missing | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2FC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30(b)(2) | 395.30(b)(2) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(2) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9(a)(2) | Failing to secure vehicle equipment | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(a) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104(f)(4) | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104(f)(3) | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.13(c)(2) | No Lower Rear retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflective material as required for vehicles manufactured before December 1993 | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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 (78 inspections)
Showing 50 of 78
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 25, 2025 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | Bridgman | W I 94 | ...H32144 | VAN'S INTERSTATE SERVICE INC |
| May 3, 2025 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | NEW BUFFALO TWP | W I 94 | ...H32144 | VAN'S INTERSTATE SERVICE INC |
| Jan 29, 2025 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LAKETOWN TWP | 64TH | ...H32144 | VAN'S INTERSTATE SERVICE INC |
| Oct 14, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | Joliet Twp | W LARAWAY | ...AR5160 | VAN'S INTERSTATE SERVICE INC |
| Jul 12, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | NEW LENOX TWP | I-80 W/B | ...N15485 | VAN'S INTERSTATE SERVICE INC |
| Jun 1, 2022 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | ROCKFORD | NORTHLAND DR | ...394235 | VAN'S INTERSTATE SERVICE INC |
| Jan 21, 2022 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | Zeeland Twp | E I 196 | ...N15485 | VAN'S INTERSTATE SERVICE INC |
| Jun 23, 2021 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CHICAGO | W 95TH ST | ...K26903 | VAN'S INTERSTATE SERVICE INC |
| Apr 13, 2021 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | Grand Haven Twp | US 31 | ...V48811 | VAN'S INTERSTATE SERVICE INC |
| Feb 16, 2021 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | KENTWOOD | BARDEN | ...022966 | VAN'S INTERSTATE SERVICE INC |
| Jun 25, 2020 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| May 8, 2020 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 24, 2019 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 20, 2019 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 19, 2019 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 12, 2018 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 19, 2018 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 5, 2018 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 3, 2018 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 5, 2018 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 12, 2017 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 1, 2017 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 30, 2016 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 24, 2016 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 26, 2015 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
40 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 40 events