KNIGHT TRUCKING LLC
USDOT 711774 • 2424 FAUNA ROAD NW, LEBO, KS, 66856-9269
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LFO0003246 | ON FILE | Feb 5, 2018 | Feb 18, 2019 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | MCP2409593(U) | ON FILE | Jan 2, 2007 | Feb 10, 2012 |
Insurance History (7 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LFO0003246 | REPLACED | Feb 5, 2018 | Feb 5, 2019 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP2409593 (U) | CANCELLED | Feb 5, 2015 | Feb 5, 2018 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP2409593(U) | REPLACED | Jan 27, 2006 | Feb 5, 2015 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | MCP2409593(U) | CANCELLED | Feb 5, 2003 | Mar 19, 2003 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP2409593(U) | REPLACED | Feb 5, 2003 | Jan 27, 2006 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 9RF95 | REPLACED | Jan 10, 1998 | Feb 5, 2003 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 9RF95 | REPLACED | Jan 10, 1998 | Feb 5, 2003 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LFO0003246 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 18, 2019 | Feb 18, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LFO0003246 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2019 | Feb 5, 2019 |
| CANCEL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | MCP2409593 (U) | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2018 | Feb 5, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | MCP2409593(U) | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2015 | Feb 5, 2015 |
| CANCEL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | MCP2409593(U) | CARGO | Feb 10, 2012 | Feb 10, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | MCP2409593(U) | BIPD/Primary | Jan 27, 2006 | Jan 27, 2006 |
| CANCEL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | MCP2409593(U) | CARGO | Mar 19, 2003 | Mar 19, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | 9RF95 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 5, 2003 | Feb 5, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | 9RF95 | CARGO | Feb 5, 2003 | Feb 5, 2003 |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC331280 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 9, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 24, 2018 |
| MC331280 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 9, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 24, 2018 |
| MC331280 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 22, 2007 | — | Unknown |
| MC331280 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 9, 1998 | — | 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
8 states • 59 inspections
Violation Summary (65 violations from 59 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.30(b)(1) | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 8 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 8 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 5 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 4 | 3 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 2 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24C2II-ELDTN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify CMV trailer number. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III-ELDSDN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify shipping document number. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203(c) | Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203(e) | Cab front bumper missing/unsecured/protrude | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209(e) | Power steering violations | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.209(d) | Wheel fasteners loose/missing | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(a) | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.51 | Steering wheel free play excessive | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24(c)(2)(ii) | Driver failed to manually add the trailer number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24(c)(2)(iii) | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
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 (59 inspections)
Showing 50 of 59
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 17, 2026 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | Not Reported | Fauna | ...366775 | KNIGHT TRUCKING LLC |
| Nov 25, 2025 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | LOUISBURG | K068 | ...494788 | KNIGHT TRUCKING LLC |
| Feb 12, 2025 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | SOUTH HUTCHINSON | MAIN | ...734450 | KNIGHT TRUCKING LLC |
| May 22, 2024 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | LUBBOCK | 5700 SPUR 327 | ...734450 | KNIGHT TRUCKING LLC |
| Oct 27, 2023 | KS | FATAL | 2 | 0 | — | U050 | ...220692 | KNIGHT TRUCKING LLC |
| Jun 19, 2023 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I035 | ...812047 | KNIGHT TRUCKING LLC |
| Jan 20, 2023 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | HUTCHINSON | SEVERANCE | ...734450 | KNIGHT TRUCKING LLC |
| Oct 7, 2022 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | ST JOSEPH | CST MITCHELL AVE | ...291780 | KNIGHT TRUCKING LLC |
| Feb 24, 2021 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | I035 | ...195354 | KNIGHT TRUCKING LLC |
| Jul 2, 2020 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 29, 2020 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 25, 2018 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 22, 2018 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 10, 2017 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 29, 2017 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 1, 2016 | OK | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 28, 2015 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 28, 2014 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 1, 2014 | KS | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 4, 2014 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 3, 2012 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 8, 2011 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 6, 2011 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 19, 2011 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 5, 2010 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
36 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 36 events