- Common authority is currently revoked as of Jul 23, 2014 · Docket MC471888.
RECYCLING EXPRESS INC
FLORENCE, KY
RECYCLING EXPRESS INC is a corporation based in FLORENCE, KY, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 497033. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, with a safety rating of C. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 26 power units and 25 drivers, with 35 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 43.8%. 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.
RECYCLING EXPRESS INC is a mid-sized fleet, operating 26 power units and 25 drivers, organized as a corporation, with 16 years on FMCSA's records, based in Florence, KY. Across 26 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 34.6% out-of-service rate, with no reportable crashes on file. BIPD/Primary insurance is on file with TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK, and all filed authority types (common) are currently revoked.
Active filings
Safety Snapshot
26 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 271% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in KY (11) and OH (9), with Level 3 inspections the most common.
34.6% out-of-service rate; led by Vehicle Maintenance (55.3% of violations); top code 392.2 (Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued) cited 11 times.
The fleet comprises 26 power units (mid-sized fleet) and 25 drivers; Freightliner, Western Star, and Wabash National 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 36,842 ACTIVE carriers operating 13–39 power units (±50% of this carrier's 26 unit fleet).
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 24 | |
| Western Star | 8 | |
| Unknown | 4 | |
| Mckt | 3 | |
| Wabash National | 3 | |
| Demco | 2 | |
| Great Dane | 2 | |
| Trailer | 2 |
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 (35 rows) View all 35 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87711994 | Apr 29, 2026 | KY | 2 | VERONA |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 9A-LTSI, 75A3-TAOL, 2-SLLMF | Yes |
| 87711965 | Apr 29, 2026 | KY | 1 | WALTON |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 75A3-TAOL | Yes |
| 87351725 | Mar 20, 2026 | OH | 1 | HARRISON OH |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 393.75A3-TAOLTIS, 393.9A-LSLI | Yes |
| 87061903 | Feb 17, 2026 | KY | 2 | WALTON |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 86687429 | Dec 30, 2025 | OH | 3 | PIKETON OH |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 396.17C-PI | No |
| 86221468 | Nov 3, 2025 | KY | 3 | GEORGETOWN |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLLR | No |
| 86195100 | Oct 30, 2025 | KY | 3 | LONDON |
WSTR STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 85965209 | Oct 3, 2025 | IN | 3 | SPICELAND IN |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLS2 | No |
| 85795946 | Sep 15, 2025 | OH | 3 | WEST CHESTER OH |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 85777503 | Sep 15, 2025 | KY | 1 | VERONA |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 396.3A1-BALAC, 393.75G1-T | Yes |
| 85582442 | Aug 23, 2025 | KY | 2 | FLORENCE |
WSTR STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 85243460 | Jul 17, 2025 | KY | 2 | HEBRON |
WSTR STRAIGHT TRUCK
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1 | 393.134B-CRHLC | Yes |
| 84323622 | Apr 4, 2025 | OH | 1 | JEFFERSONVILLE OH |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 84188890 | Mar 20, 2025 | OH | 2 | WEST CHESTER OH |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 393.9A-LTSI, 393.9A-LRLI | Yes |
| 83848498 | Feb 12, 2025 | KY | 1 | LONDON |
WSTR STRAIGHT TRUCK
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1 | 392.2-SLLEWA3 | No |
| 83695962 | Jan 23, 2025 | IN | 3 | GUILFORD IN |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLS2 | No |
| 83531733 | Jan 2, 2025 | OH | 2 | HARRISON OH |
WESTERN ST STRAIGHT TRUCK
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2 | 393.134B-CRHLC, 392.2-SLLUCR | Yes |
| 83492649 | Dec 26, 2024 | OH | 3 | LIBERTY TOWNSHIP OH |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 83297727 | Dec 2, 2024 | KY | 2 | WALTON |
WSTR STRAIGHT TRUCK
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3 | 392.2, 393.75A3, 396.17C | No |
| 83201438 | Nov 14, 2024 | IN | 2 | WEST HARRISON IN |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 393.75A3-TAOL | Yes |
| 82782243 | Sep 23, 2024 | IN | 2 | WEST HARRISON IN |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 393.9(a), 392.2 | No |
| 82691759 | Sep 18, 2024 | KY | 1 | FLORENCE |
WSTR STRAIGHT TRUCK
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1 | 393.100(b) | Yes |
| 82457421 | Aug 22, 2024 | KY | 1 | LONDON |
WSTR STRAIGHT TRUCK
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3 | 393.75(a)(3), 392.2, 393.95(a) | Yes |
| 82379080 | Aug 12, 2024 | IN | 3 | BIRDSEYE IN |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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5 | 392.2, 396.17(c) | No |
| 82177866 | Jul 22, 2024 | OH | 3 | ROAD PATROL |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
Recent Crashes (14 rows)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OH0243033511 | Feb 27, 2024 | OH | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OH0245005379 | Jan 12, 2024 | OH | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OH0235139138 | Aug 14, 2023 | OH | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| KY0072810304 | Sep 28, 2022 | KY | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| KY0072789788 | Aug 2, 2022 | KY | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| KY0072772146 | Jun 8, 2022 | KY | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| KY0072743677 | Mar 24, 2022 | KY | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| KY0072737014 | Mar 3, 2022 | KY | 0 | 2 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| KY0072369162 | Jun 20, 2019 | KY | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| KY0072151014 | Feb 7, 2018 | KY | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| KY0072089271 | Sep 27, 2017 | KY | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OH0156146670 | Nov 19, 2015 | OH | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OH0156082376 | Jul 9, 2015 | OH | 0 | 1 | No | Yes | Injury |
| KY0071097204 | Dec 28, 2011 | KY | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
Authority Records (1 docket)
Revocations & Inactive Status
Authority actions other than active status — revocations, voluntary surrenders, and dormant dockets.
| Date | Docket | Authority | Status | Applied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 23, 2014 | MC471888 | Common | REVOKED | May 26, 2009 |
MC Certificate Documents (3 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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 6, 2014 | MC471888-C | REI | REINSTATEMENT | View PDF → |
| Jun 9, 2009 | MC471888-C | REI | REINSTATEMENT | View PDF → |
| Jun 16, 2008 | MC471888-C | CPL | REVOCATION | View PDF → |
Insurance Coverage Timeline (8 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CAC7005474 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 6, 2012 | Jul 17, 2014 | CANCELLED |
| TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CAC7005474 | CARGO | Jul 17, 2012 | Jul 17, 2014 | CANCELLED |
| MAXUM CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK-6019157-1 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2012 | Aug 31, 2012 | CANCELLED |
| MAXUM CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK-6019157-1 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2012 | Aug 6, 2012 | REPLACED |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 094603-52922533 | CARGO | Mar 1, 2009 | Sep 10, 2011 | CANCELLED |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 47-922533-00 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2009 | May 1, 2012 | CANCELLED |
| MOTORISTS MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 33.258367 | CARGO | Jun 5, 2008 | May 20, 2009 | CANCELLED |
| MOTORISTS MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 33.258367 | BIPD | May 28, 2008 | May 20, 2009 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Aug 11, 2022enforcementEnforcement case KY-2022-0063-US1559 — $3,600
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Aug 6, 2014
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Jul 23, 2014
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Jul 23, 2014authorityAuthority revoked — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
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Jul 17, 2014insuranceCANCEL — TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK
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Aug 31, 2012insuranceTERM/CANCL — MAXUM CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Aug 17, 2012
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Aug 6, 2012insuranceTERM/REPL — MAXUM CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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May 7, 2012
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May 1, 2012insuranceCANCEL — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
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Sep 10, 2011insuranceCANCEL — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
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May 26, 2009
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May 26, 2009authorityAuthority revoked — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
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May 20, 2009insuranceCANCEL — MOTORISTS MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
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Nov 28, 2003
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| FLORENCE | KY | 4 | 1 |
| LONDON | KY | 3 | 1 |
| VERONA | KY | 3 | 3 |
| WALTON | KY | 3 | 1 |
| WEST HARRISON IN | IN | 2 | 1 |
| HARRISON OH | OH | 2 | 2 |
| WEST CHESTER OH | OH | 2 | 1 |
| BATESVILLE IN | IN | 1 | 0 |
| BIRDSEYE IN | IN | 1 | 0 |
| GUILFORD IN | IN | 1 | 0 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 16 | 0 |
| 393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 4 | 0 |
| 396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | Vehicle Maintenance | 4 | 0 |
| 393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 3 |
| 383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | Driver Fitness | 1 | 1 |
| 392.9(a)(2) | Failing to secure vehicle equipment | Unsafe Driving | 1 | 1 |
| 393.100(b) | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 1 |
| 393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 1 |
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Docket MC471888
Common · REVOKED · MC
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TOWER INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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MAXUM CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
CARGO policy on file
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MOTORISTS MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
CARGO policy on file
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How to verify RECYCLING EXPRESS INC
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- 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.
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