- No active BIPD/Primary insurance on file — uninsured for 519 days (since Dec 15, 2024). A carrier without active primary liability coverage cannot legally operate.
J&L TRANPSORT INC
J&L TRANPSORT INC is a corporation based in KAWKAWLIN, MI, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 536496. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, with a safety rating of S. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 19 power units and 19 drivers, with 29 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 12.5%. 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.
J&L TRANPSORT INC is a mid-sized fleet, operating 19 power units and 19 drivers, organized as a corporation, based in Kawkawlin, MI. Across 25 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded an 8.0% out-of-service rate, with 1 reportable crash. The carrier currently has no active BIPD/Primary coverage on file, and operating authority is active for contract and common.
Active filings
Safety Snapshot
25 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 525% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in MI (19) and OH (6), with Level 3 inspections the most common.
8.0% out-of-service rate; led by Vehicle Maintenance (53.5% of violations); top code 392.2-SLLS2 (Speeding 6-10 mph over limit) cited 4 times.
The fleet comprises 19 power units (mid-sized fleet) and 19 drivers; Freightliner, Stri, and Strick com 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 53,925 ACTIVE carriers operating 10–29 power units (±50% of this carrier's 19 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 | 33 | |
| Stri | 9 | |
| Strick Com | 3 | |
| Western Star | 2 | |
| Heil | 1 | |
| Mckt | 1 | |
| Mcoa | 1 | |
| Trailer | 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 (29 rows) View all 29 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87283814 | Mar 10, 2026 | MI | 3 | mi-i75-n-@-busch |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 392.2-SLLS2, 395.22H4-ELDBRODS | No |
| 87226136 | Mar 5, 2026 | MI | 3 | — |
WSTR TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLS2 | No |
| 87197827 | Mar 2, 2026 | OH | 3 | BOWLING GREEN OH |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 86898396 | Jan 26, 2026 | MI | 3 | mi-m-46-@-m-24 |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 392.2-SLLTCD, 392.2-SLLS2 | No |
| 86777054 | Jan 12, 2026 | MI | 2 | mi-n/b-us-23-@-bemis-rest-area |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLS1 | No |
| 84478948 | Apr 22, 2025 | MI | 1 | DODGE RD REST AREA |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 393.9A-LRLI | No |
| 83582758 | Jan 9, 2025 | OH | 2 | EATON OH |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 83450296 | Dec 19, 2024 | MI | 3 | — |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
1 | 392.2-SLLS2 | No |
| 83268526 | Nov 26, 2024 | OH | 3 | MONROE OH |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 395.3A3II | No |
| 83135785 | Nov 7, 2024 | MI | 1 | DODGE RD REST AREA |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
11 | 396.5B-HWSL, 396.3A1-BOS, 393.47E | Yes |
| 83051186 | Oct 31, 2024 | MI | 3 | — |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
1 | 392.2-SLL | No |
| 82954870 | Oct 17, 2024 | MI | 3 | — |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 392.2-SLLSR, 396.17C-PI, 392.2-SLLIRP | No |
| 82622102 | Sep 10, 2024 | OH | 3 | ROADSIDE |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 82587854 | Sep 5, 2024 | OH | 2 | ROADSIDE |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 393.45(b)(2) | No |
| 82559231 | Aug 29, 2024 | MI | 3 | mi-i75-n-@-busch |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 395.22(h)(3), 395.24(d), 392.2 | No |
| 82243765 | Jul 29, 2024 | OH | 2 | FINDLAY SCALES |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 82119737 | Jul 10, 2024 | MI | 5 | 1754 CHIP RD |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
1 | 393.48(a) | No |
| 82119732 | Jul 10, 2024 | MI | 5 | 1754 CHIP RD |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 82119731 | Jul 10, 2024 | MI | 5 | 1754 CHIP RD |
WSTR TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 82119730 | Jul 10, 2024 | MI | 1 | 1754 CHIP RD |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 82119729 | Jul 10, 2024 | MI | 5 | 1754 CHIP RD |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 82119677 | Jul 9, 2024 | MI | 1 | BAY CITY REST AREA |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 393.47(e), 393.53(b), 396.3(a)(1) | No |
| 82510487 | Jun 19, 2024 | MI | 1 | CLIO REST AREA |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
1 | 393.11 | No |
| 81642299 | May 16, 2024 | MI | 1 | mi-i-75-sb-@-clio-rest-area |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
6 | 396.3(a)(1), 393.45, 393.53(b) | Yes |
| 81557149 | May 7, 2024 | MI | 2 | US-23 SB AT MM 21 |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
|
2 | 393.9(a) | No |
Recent Crashes (34 rows) View all 34 →
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MI0003214362 | Jun 11, 2024 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OH0235181032 | Oct 16, 2023 | OH | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0002931541 | Jul 13, 2023 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0002481524 | Jan 12, 2022 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0002181384 | Jan 12, 2021 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OH0205035998 | Feb 26, 2020 | OH | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| MI0001755937 | Jul 18, 2019 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0001619165 | Feb 6, 2019 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OH0184014035 | Aug 9, 2018 | OH | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0001273235 | Jan 10, 2018 | MI | 1 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Fatal |
| OH0176040184 | Mar 22, 2017 | OH | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0009998842 | Mar 22, 2017 | MI | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| MI0009257749 | May 11, 2015 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0009008169 | Jul 25, 2014 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0008896114 | Mar 1, 2014 | MI | 0 | 2 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| MI0008898808 | Jan 28, 2014 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0008657370 | Jun 17, 2013 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0008650444 | Jun 10, 2013 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| PA300641400X | Jan 15, 2013 | PA | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OH0106471408 | Sep 27, 2010 | OH | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| IN0900626993 | Jan 17, 2007 | IN | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0006442538 | Sep 16, 2006 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0006332915 | Apr 12, 2006 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MI0006255594 | Jan 18, 2006 | MI | 1 | 2 | Yes | Yes | Fatal |
| OH0058345481 | Dec 19, 2005 | OH | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
Authority Records (3 dockets)
Revocations & Inactive Status
Authority actions other than active status — revocations, voluntary surrenders, and dormant dockets.
| Date | Docket | Authority | Status | Applied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown | MC267720 | Broker | DISMISSED | — |
Insurance Coverage Timeline (16 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | MCP3272029 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 15, 2021 | Dec 15, 2024 | REPLACED |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | MCP3247541 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2020 | Dec 15, 2021 | REPLACED |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BA0726252 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2019 | Sep 1, 2020 | REPLACED |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | BA0726252 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 2019 | Oct 2, 2020 | CANCELLED |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 96-800772-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 7, 2011 | Sep 29, 2019 | CANCELLED |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 96-800772-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 7, 2011 | Sep 1, 2019 | REPLACED |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 824601 14620161 | CARGO | Jan 1, 2003 | Sep 8, 2018 | CANCELLED |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 82460106620161 | CARGO | Sep 1, 2001 | Jan 1, 2003 | CANCELLED |
| CITIZENS INSURANCE CO. OF AMERICA | IMI0077989 | CARGO | Sep 9, 1998 | Sep 1, 2001 | REPLACED |
| CITIZENS INSURANCE CO. OF AMERICA | IMI 0077989 | CARGO | Sep 2, 1998 | Sep 9, 1998 | REPLACED |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 9680077201 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 1998 | Jul 7, 2011 | CANCELLED |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TF241716 | CARGO | Dec 2, 1997 | Oct 6, 1998 | CANCELLED |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TF241716 | CARGO | Dec 2, 1997 | Sep 2, 1998 | REPLACED |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN018362 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 2, 1993 | Oct 6, 1998 | CANCELLED |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN018362 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 2, 1993 | Sep 1, 1998 | REPLACED |
| ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | IM02102056 | CARGO | Sep 2, 1993 | Oct 30, 1997 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Dec 15, 2024insuranceTERM/REPL — CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO.
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Dec 15, 2021insuranceTERM/REPL — CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO.
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Oct 2, 2020insuranceTERM/CANCL — OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C.
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Sep 1, 2020insuranceTERM/REPL — OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C.
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Sep 29, 2019insuranceTERM/CANCL — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
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Sep 1, 2019insuranceTERM/REPL — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
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Sep 8, 2018insuranceCANCEL — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jul 7, 2011insuranceCANCEL — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
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Feb 12, 2003
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Jan 1, 2003insuranceCANCEL — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
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Sep 1, 2001insuranceTERM/REPL — CITIZENS INSURANCE CO. OF AMERICA
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Oct 6, 1998insuranceTERM/CANCL — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
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Oct 6, 1998insuranceTERM/CANCL — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
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Sep 9, 1998insuranceTERM/REPL — CITIZENS INSURANCE CO. OF AMERICA
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Sep 2, 1998insuranceTERM/REPL — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
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Sep 1, 1998insuranceTERM/REPL — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
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Dec 8, 1997
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Oct 30, 1997insuranceCANCEL — ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO.
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Mar 29, 1995
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May 22, 1994
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May 18, 1994
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Nov 12, 1993
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1754 CHIP RD | MI | 5 | 0 |
| ROADSIDE | OH | 3 | 0 |
| DODGE RD REST AREA | MI | 2 | 1 |
| BAY CITY REST AREA | MI | 1 | 0 |
| CLIO REST AREA | MI | 1 | 0 |
| SAFE ENFORCEMENT SITE | MI | 1 | 0 |
| US-23 SB AT MM 21 | MI | 1 | 0 |
| BOWLING GREEN OH | OH | 1 | 0 |
| EATON OH | OH | 1 | 0 |
| FINDLAY SCALES | OH | 1 | 0 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 6 | 0 |
| 392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 4 | 0 |
| 393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 4 | 0 |
| 396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | Vehicle Maintenance | 4 | 3 |
| 393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 0 |
| 395.22(h)(3) | Driver failed to maintain instruction sheet for ELD malfunction reporting requirements | Hours of Service | 2 | 0 |
| 393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 1 |
| 393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.47(d) | Brake actuators/chambers defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
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Docket MC267720
Common · ACTIVE · MC
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CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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CITIZENS INSURANCE CO. OF AMERICA
CARGO policy on file
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NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
CARGO policy on file
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ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO.
CARGO policy on file
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NATIONAL RESIDENT AGENT SERVICE, INC.
BOC-3 process agent · 6,842 carriers served
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29 inspections
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34 reportable crashes
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