DANFREIGHT SYSTEMS INC
USDOT 591904 • DBA: DFS • 1400 CHEMIN LASALLE, JOLIETTE, QC, J6E 0L8
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHBRIDGE GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | 2002778 | ON FILE | Nov 13, 2017 | Nov 13, 2023 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 321-850040 | ON FILE | Nov 13, 2010 | Dec 11, 2011 |
Insurance History (23 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NORTHBRIDGE COMMERCIAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | 2002778 | REPLACED | Nov 13, 2012 | Nov 13, 2012 |
| NORTHBRIDGE COMMERCIAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | 2002778 | REPLACED | Nov 13, 2012 | Nov 13, 2012 |
| NORTHBRIDGE COMMERCIAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | 2002778 | CANCELLED | Nov 13, 2012 | Jan 5, 2013 |
| NORTHBRIDGE COMMERCIAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | 2002778 | REPLACED | Nov 13, 2012 | Nov 13, 2017 |
| NORTHBRIDGE COMMERCIAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | 2002778 | CANCELLED | Nov 13, 2012 | Jan 5, 2013 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 133-850039 | REPLACED | Nov 13, 2010 | Nov 13, 2012 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 133-850039 | REPLACED | Nov 13, 2007 | Nov 13, 2010 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 321-850040 | REPLACED | Nov 13, 2007 | Nov 13, 2007 |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 133-850039 | REPLACED | Nov 13, 2007 | Nov 13, 2010 |
| RANGER INS. CO./FAIRMONT SPECIALTY INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | TPO 203313 | REPLACED | Nov 13, 2001 | Nov 13, 2001 |
| RANGER INS. CO./FAIRMONT SPECIALTY INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | TPO203313 | REPLACED | Nov 13, 2001 | Nov 13, 2007 |
| RANGER INS. CO./FAIRMONT SPECIALTY INS. CO. | CARGO | C1M900385 | REPLACED | Nov 13, 2001 | Nov 13, 2007 |
| RANGER INS. CO./FAIRMONT SPECIALTY INS. CO. | CARGO | C1M 900385 | REPLACED | Nov 13, 2001 | Nov 13, 2001 |
| AMERICAN HOME ASSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP 245 94 57 RA | REPLACED | Nov 13, 1998 | Nov 13, 2001 |
| AMERICAN HOME ASSURANCE CO. | CARGO | TIM 271 00 55 RA | REPLACED | Nov 13, 1998 | Nov 13, 2001 |
| ROYAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RST302017 | REPLACED | Aug 26, 1997 | Nov 13, 2001 |
| ROYAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RST302017 | REPLACED | Aug 26, 1997 | Aug 26, 1997 |
| ROYAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | CARGO | RST302018 | REPLACED | Aug 26, 1997 | Nov 13, 1998 |
| THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 330667 | REPLACED | Apr 7, 1997 | Aug 26, 1997 |
| THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 330667 | REPLACED | Apr 7, 1997 | Aug 26, 1997 |
| ROYAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | CARGO | RST252381 | CANCELLED | Apr 4, 1995 | May 15, 1997 |
| ROYAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | CARGO | RST252381 | REPLACED | Apr 4, 1995 | Apr 7, 1997 |
| ROYAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | RST252380 | CANCELLED | Apr 4, 1995 | May 15, 1997 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | NORTHBRIDGE GENERAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | 2002778 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2023 | Nov 13, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHBRIDGE COMMERCIAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | 2002778 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2017 | Nov 13, 2017 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHBRIDGE COMMERCIAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | 2002778 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 5, 2013 | Jan 5, 2013 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHBRIDGE COMMERCIAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | 2002778 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 5, 2013 | Jan 5, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHBRIDGE COMMERCIAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | 2002778 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2012 | Nov 13, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 133-850039 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2012 | Nov 13, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHBRIDGE COMMERCIAL INSURANCE CORPORATION | 2002778 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2012 | Nov 13, 2012 |
| CANCEL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 321-850040 | CARGO | Dec 11, 2011 | Dec 11, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 133-850039 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2010 | Nov 13, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 133-850039 | CARGO | Nov 13, 2010 | Nov 13, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | RANGER INS. CO./FAIRMONT SPECIALTY INS. CO. | TPO203313 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2007 | Nov 13, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | RANGER INS. CO./FAIRMONT SPECIALTY INS. CO. | C1M900385 | CARGO | Nov 13, 2007 | Nov 13, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 321-850040 | CARGO | Nov 13, 2007 | Nov 13, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | ROYAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | RST302017 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2001 | Nov 13, 2001 |
| TERM/REPL | RANGER INS. CO./FAIRMONT SPECIALTY INS. CO. | C1M 900385 | CARGO | Nov 13, 2001 | Nov 13, 2001 |
| TERM/REPL | RANGER INS. CO./FAIRMONT SPECIALTY INS. CO. | TPO 203313 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2001 | Nov 13, 2001 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN HOME ASSURANCE CO. | TIM 271 00 55 RA | CARGO | Nov 13, 2001 | Nov 13, 2001 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN HOME ASSURANCE CO. | TP 245 94 57 RA | BIPD/Primary | Nov 13, 2001 | Nov 13, 2001 |
| TERM/REPL | ROYAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | RST302018 | CARGO | Nov 13, 1998 | Nov 13, 1998 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | 330667 | CARGO | Aug 26, 1997 | Aug 26, 1997 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | 330667 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 26, 1997 | Aug 26, 1997 |
| TERM/REPL | ROYAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | RST302017 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 26, 1997 | Aug 26, 1997 |
| TERM/CANCL | ROYAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | RST252381 | CARGO | May 15, 1997 | May 15, 1997 |
| CANCEL | ROYAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | RST252380 | BIPD/Primary | May 15, 1997 | May 15, 1997 |
| TERM/REPL | ROYAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | RST252381 | CARGO | Apr 7, 1997 | Apr 7, 1997 |
Authority Action History (3 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC286914 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Oct 19, 2017 | — | Unknown |
| MC286914 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 30, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 7, 2012 |
| MC286914 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 26, 1995 | — | Unknown |
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
30 states • 314 inspections
Violation Summary (150 violations from latest 100 of 314 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 29 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 8 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 8 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 5 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 4 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 4 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 3 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22H2-ELDNISDT | HOS (ELD) Driver failing to have instruction sheet describing the data transfer mechanisms supported by the ELD and step-by-step instructions for the driver to pr | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.207F-SDAS | Suspension - Deflated air suspension | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 3 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11B2-Q | Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. Driver failed the I | 2 | 2 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 2 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24C2II-ELDTN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify CMV trailer number. | 2 | 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22H3-ELDMF | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have an instruction sheet for the driver describing ELD malfunction reporting requirements and recordkeeping proce | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| fmcsr:11B2-Q | 11B2-Q | 1 | 1 | — | — |
| fmcsr:24C2III-ELDSDN | 24C2III-ELDSDN | 1 | 0 | — | — |
| fmcsr:24 | 24 | 1 | 0 | — | — |
| fmcsr:2-SLL | 2-SLL | 1 | 0 | — | — |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.207B-AALPME | Frame cracked/broken/sagging | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-INAT | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.22B-DFPWD | Driver - Failed to place warning devices on the road surface | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8F1-HOSM | HOS (Manner) - Driver's record of duty status not current to the time shown for last change of duty status. Date and Time: | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8D11-HOSF | 395.8D11-HOSF | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-F | Fuel - Dripping leak. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-AABRF50 | The sliding suspension attachment member (undercarriage body rail) on either side exhibits 50% or more of attachment fasteners missing. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207A-SAPPAS | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A-FRMC | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205A-WRCC | Wheel/rim defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.70B1I-CDSLI-MT25 | Coupling devices defective | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-DMOVE | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLMF | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III-ELDSDN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify shipping document number. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2SLSNC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1DLDSYEL | Driveline/Driveshaft - Any yoke-mounting hardware loose (with hand pressure) broken or missing | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207B-AALPME-OOS | Frame cracked/broken/sagging | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-VAC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51A-NSOUT | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 0 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.5-HL | Hubs - Leaking hub | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9T | Inoperable tail lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIAD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22H1-ELDNUM | HOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - No user's manual for the driver describing how to operate the ELD. (May be electronic) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPCDOOS | False record of duty status | 1 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2C | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | 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 (314 inspections)
Showing 50 of 314
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 29, 2026 | AZ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | GREEN VALLEY | I 19 at MP 54 | ...423981 | DANFREIGHT SYSTEMS INC |
| Jan 21, 2026 | SC | TOW | 0 | 0 | WALTERBORO | I-95 S | ...183057 | DANFREIGHT SYSTEMS INC |
| Nov 6, 2025 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | US-27 (W OKEECHOBEE RD) | ...181395 | DANFREIGHT SYSTEMS INC. |
| Feb 19, 2025 | NM | TOW | 0 | 0 | NOT IN CITY | CHARLIE BRECKENRIDGE RD AND CAMPBELL LOOP | ...423969 | DFS |
| Jan 5, 2025 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | CO UNIT ROAD DIST TWP #1 | I-57 | ...636985 | DFS |
| Dec 9, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | IMLAY TWP | W I 69 | ...177421 | DANFREIGHT SYSTEMS INC |
| Oct 19, 2024 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | EATON TWP | S I 69 | ...182743 | DANFREIGHT SYSTEMS INC |
| Sep 3, 2024 | AZ | TOW | 0 | 0 | Buckeye | I-10 @ M107 | ...636985 | DFS |
| Aug 5, 2024 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | IOWA CITY | I 80 E 246 MM UNDER HWY 1 | ...629831 | DFS |
| May 31, 2024 | NE | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I-80 | ...177546 | DANFREIGHT SYSTEMS INC |
| May 22, 2024 | UT | INJURY | 0 | 2 | WENDOVER | I-80 | ...423954 | DFS |
| Apr 6, 2024 | NE | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | I-80 | ...176766 | DANFREIGHT SYSTEMS INC |
| Feb 13, 2024 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | DAVENPORT | I 80 W 293.5MM | ...182984 | DFS |
| Jun 7, 2023 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | 39.180471/-120.849823 | ...636988 | DANFREIGHT SYSTEMS INC |
| Mar 16, 2023 | AZ | INJURY | 0 | 1 | UNKNOWN | I-40@M183 | ...177421 | DFS |
| Feb 21, 2023 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | UNINCORPORATED | RT15 / 2 MILES N NIPTON RD | ...179227 | DANFREIGHT SYSTEMS INC |
| Sep 23, 2022 | AZ | TOW | 0 | 0 | BUCKEYE | I-10 NONCARD@M121 | ...233819 | DFS |
| Sep 6, 2022 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | RT15/.29MI N OF OLD HWY 58 | ...636985 | DANFREIGHT SYSTEMS INC |
| Mar 24, 2022 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UPLAND | RT210/400ft W of SAN ANTONIO AV | ...446624 | DANFREIGHT SYSTEMS INC |
| Feb 23, 2022 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | ST CLAIR SHORES | E I 94 | ...423961 | DANFREIGHT SYSTEMS INC |
| Dec 18, 2021 | OK | FATAL | 1 | 1 | VERDIGRIS | I-44 (WRTP) | ...233806 | DANFREIGHT SYSTEMS INC |
| Nov 30, 2021 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | RT 40 EB/1400ft E of GOFFS RD | ...446612 | DANFREIGHT SYSTEMS INC |
| Nov 27, 2021 | AZ | TOW | 0 | 0 | PHOENIX | I-17@M230 | ...446618 | DFS |
| Jun 25, 2021 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 2 | CHARLESTON TWP | E I 94 | ...295739 | DANFREIGHT SYSTEMS INC |
| Mar 23, 2021 | CA | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | RT99 SB/1850ft N ELLIS ST | ...636987 | DANFREIGHT SYSTEMS INC |
Compliance Timeline
51 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 51 events