CHIEF FREIGHT LINES INC
USDOT 76114 • 1201 MARINE VIEW ST, PORTAGE, IN, 46368
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (4)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERCHANTS BONDING COMPANY ( MUTUAL) | SURETY | 101564014 | ON FILE | Jul 31, 2025 | Aug 8, 2025 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 1414RRX244001-023 | ON FILE | Oct 1, 2024 | Oct 1, 2025 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 5010441 | ON FILE | Oct 1, 2019 | Oct 1, 2021 |
| 1ST SECURITY FINANCIAL CORPORATION | TRUST FUND | NONE | ON FILE | Oct 1, 2013 | Jul 1, 2025 |
Insurance History (47 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MERCHANTS BONDING COMPANY ( MUTUAL) | SURETY | 101564014 | REPLACED | Jul 31, 2025 | Jul 1, 2025 |
| MERCHANTS BONDING COMPANY ( MUTUAL) | SURETY | 101564014 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2025 | Jul 31, 2025 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 1414RRX234001-016 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2023 | Oct 1, 2024 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 1414RRX224001-014 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2022 | Oct 1, 2023 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 1414RRX214001-019 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2021 | Oct 1, 2022 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 2791RRX208166-049 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2020 | Oct 1, 2021 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-X26143 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2011 | Oct 1, 2019 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0034107 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2010 | Oct 1, 2011 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0031728 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2009 | Oct 1, 2010 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0026806 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2008 | Oct 1, 2009 |
| OHIO CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | OCG-C2238-133066 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2008 | Oct 1, 2011 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 0510RRX078202B-029 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2007 | Oct 1, 2008 |
| REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | RICTG0001003 | CANCELLED | Oct 1, 2007 | Oct 1, 2008 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 068202B-033 | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 2007 | Oct 1, 2007 |
| 1ST SECURITY FINANCIAL CORPORATION | TRUST FUND | NONE | REPLACED | May 21, 2007 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CT751197-1506-061 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2006 | Oct 1, 2007 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | 068202B-033 | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 2006 | Aug 1, 2007 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL482842 | CANCELLED | Jul 1, 2006 | Oct 21, 2006 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL482842 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2006 | Oct 1, 2006 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | GEP5314 | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 2005 | Aug 1, 2006 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL482842 | CANCELLED | Jul 8, 2005 | Sep 16, 2006 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL482842 | REPLACED | Jul 8, 2005 | Jul 1, 2006 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL482842 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2005 | Jul 8, 2005 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | GEP5195 | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 2004 | Aug 1, 2005 |
| NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 100545 | REPLACED | Jul 10, 2004 | May 21, 2007 |
| NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | 100545 | CANCELLED | Jul 10, 2004 | May 26, 2007 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | GEP5064 | CANCELLED | Apr 1, 2004 | Aug 1, 2004 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL482842 | CANCELLED | Apr 1, 2003 | Jun 1, 2005 |
| UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | CARGO | GEP5064 | CANCELLED | Apr 1, 2003 | Apr 1, 2004 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 336395 | CANCELLED | Jun 20, 2002 | Apr 15, 2003 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 336395 | REPLACED | Jun 20, 2002 | Apr 1, 2003 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 336395 | CANCELLED | Jun 20, 2002 | Apr 15, 2003 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 336395 | CANCELLED | Apr 1, 2002 | Jun 20, 2002 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 336395 | CANCELLED | Apr 1, 2002 | Jun 20, 2002 |
| FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | MXI 97900203 | REPLACED | Jan 22, 2002 | Apr 1, 2002 |
| FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | MXI 97900203 | CANCELLED | Jan 22, 2002 | May 3, 2002 |
| WESTERN SURETY CO. | SURETY | 68916126 | CANCELLED | Jul 15, 2000 | Jul 15, 2004 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA0101429 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 2000 | Apr 1, 2002 |
| WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | S40-5758 | REPLACED | Jul 15, 1997 | Jul 15, 2000 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 9 QK 09 | CANCELLED | Feb 1, 1997 | Feb 9, 2000 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 9 QK 09 | REPLACED | Feb 1, 1997 | Feb 1, 2000 |
| WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | SURETY | S-400 5758 | CANCELLED | Dec 12, 1995 | Jul 17, 1997 |
| AMERICAN EAGLE INSURANCE CO | BIPD/Primary | INEF 30000201 | REPLACED | Apr 1, 1995 | Feb 1, 1997 |
| PEERLESS INSURANCE CO. | SURETY | 82-20-51 | REPLACED | Dec 19, 1994 | Dec 12, 1995 |
| SAFECO INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | BA 700495 | REPLACED | Apr 1, 1994 | Apr 1, 1995 |
| NATIONAL SURETY CORPORATION | CARGO | 246MXI 80279038 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 1992 | Jan 22, 2002 |
| SAFECO INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | SURETY | 5401564 | REPLACED | Jun 20, 1987 | Dec 19, 1994 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 1414RRX244001-023 | CARGO | Oct 1, 2025 | Oct 1, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | MERCHANTS BONDING COMPANY ( MUTUAL) | 101564014 | SURETY | Aug 8, 2025 | Aug 8, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | MERCHANTS BONDING COMPANY ( MUTUAL) | 101564014 | SURETY | Jul 31, 2025 | Jul 31, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | 1ST SECURITY FINANCIAL CORPORATION | NONE | TRUST FUND | Jul 1, 2025 | Jul 1, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | MERCHANTS BONDING COMPANY ( MUTUAL) | 101564014 | SURETY | Jul 1, 2025 | Jul 1, 2025 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 1414RRX234001-016 | CARGO | Oct 1, 2024 | Oct 1, 2024 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 1414RRX224001-014 | CARGO | Oct 1, 2023 | Oct 1, 2023 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 1414RRX214001-019 | CARGO | Oct 1, 2022 | Oct 1, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 5010441 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2021 | Oct 1, 2021 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 2791RRX208166-049 | CARGO | Oct 1, 2021 | Oct 1, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-X26143 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2019 | Oct 1, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | 1ST SECURITY FINANCIAL CORPORATION | NONE | TRUST FUND | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0034107 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2011 | Oct 1, 2011 |
| CANCEL | OHIO CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | OCG-C2238-133066 | CARGO | Oct 1, 2011 | Oct 1, 2011 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0031728 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2010 | Oct 1, 2010 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0026806 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2009 | Oct 1, 2009 |
| CANCEL | REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | RICTG0001003 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2008 | Oct 1, 2008 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 0510RRX078202B-029 | CARGO | Oct 1, 2008 | Oct 1, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT751197-1506-061 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2007 | Oct 1, 2007 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 068202B-033 | CARGO | Oct 1, 2007 | Oct 1, 2007 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | 068202B-033 | CARGO | Aug 1, 2007 | Aug 1, 2007 |
| TERM/CANCL | NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | 100545 | SURETY | May 26, 2007 | May 26, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | 100545 | SURETY | May 21, 2007 | May 21, 2007 |
| TERM/CANCL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL482842 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 21, 2006 | Oct 21, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL482842 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 1, 2006 | Oct 1, 2006 |
| TERM/CANCL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL482842 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 16, 2006 | Sep 16, 2006 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | GEP5314 | CARGO | Aug 1, 2006 | Aug 1, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL482842 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2006 | Jul 1, 2006 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | GEP5195 | CARGO | Aug 1, 2005 | Aug 1, 2005 |
| CANCEL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL482842 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 8, 2005 | Jul 8, 2005 |
| CANCEL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL482842 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2005 | Jun 1, 2005 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | GEP5064 | CARGO | Aug 1, 2004 | Aug 1, 2004 |
| CANCEL | WESTERN SURETY CO. | 68916126 | SURETY | Jul 15, 2004 | Jul 15, 2004 |
| CANCEL | UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYDS LONDON | GEP5064 | CARGO | Apr 1, 2004 | Apr 1, 2004 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 336395 | CARGO | Apr 15, 2003 | Apr 15, 2003 |
| TERM/CANCL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 336395 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 15, 2003 | Apr 15, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 336395 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2003 | Apr 1, 2003 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 336395 | CARGO | Jun 20, 2002 | Jun 20, 2002 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 336395 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 20, 2002 | Jun 20, 2002 |
| TERM/CANCL | FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | MXI 97900203 | CARGO | May 3, 2002 | May 3, 2002 |
| CANCEL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CA0101429 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2002 | Apr 1, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | MXI 97900203 | CARGO | Apr 1, 2002 | Apr 1, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL SURETY CORPORATION | 246MXI 80279038 | CARGO | Jan 22, 2002 | Jan 22, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | S40-5758 | SURETY | Jul 15, 2000 | Jul 15, 2000 |
| TERM/CANCL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | 9 QK 09 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 9, 2000 | Feb 9, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | 9 QK 09 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 2000 | Feb 1, 2000 |
| CANCEL | WASHINGTON INTERNATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | S-400 5758 | SURETY | Jul 17, 1997 | Jul 17, 1997 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN EAGLE INSURANCE CO | INEF 30000201 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 1, 1997 | Feb 1, 1997 |
| TERM/REPL | PEERLESS INSURANCE CO. | 82-20-51 | SURETY | Dec 12, 1995 | Dec 12, 1995 |
| TERM/REPL | SAFECO INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA | BA 700495 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 1995 | Apr 1, 1995 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROKER | MC-170654 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (30 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC170654 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 31, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 5, 2025 |
| MC170654 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 6, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 26, 2011 |
| MC170654 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 6, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 26, 2011 |
| MC170654 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 7, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 27, 2010 |
| MC170654 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 7, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 27, 2010 |
| MC170654 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 4, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 24, 2009 |
| MC170654 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 4, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 24, 2009 |
| MC170654 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 4, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 26, 2008 |
| MC170654 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 4, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 26, 2008 |
| MC170654 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 4, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 27, 2007 |
| MC170654 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 5, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 11, 2007 |
| MC170654 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 30, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 22, 2007 |
| MC170654 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 25, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 2, 2006 |
| MC170654 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 25, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 2, 2006 |
| MC170654 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 21, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 8, 2006 |
| MC170654 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 21, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Sep 8, 2006 |
| MC170654 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 5, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 31, 2006 |
| MC170654 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 5, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 28, 2005 |
| MC170654 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 13, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 1, 2005 |
| MC170654 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 13, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 1, 2005 |
| MC170654 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 5, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 3, 2005 |
| MC170654 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 5, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 3, 2005 |
| MC170654 | PROPERTY BROKER | REINSTATED | Aug 31, 2004 | — | Unknown |
| MC170654 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 6, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 3, 2004 |
| MC170654 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 5, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 5, 2004 |
| MC170654 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 9, 2003 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 22, 2003 |
| MC170654 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 22, 1988 | — | Unknown |
| MC170654 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 14, 1986 | — | Unknown |
| MC170654 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 14, 1986 | — | Unknown |
| MC170654 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Feb 1, 1984 | REVOKED | Jul 21, 2004 |
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 • 29 inspections
Violation Summary (49 violations from 29 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 8 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 7 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSIR | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 3 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 3 | 3 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75G-TAOW | Tires - All others weight carried exceeds tire load limit | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203A-CBP | Cab/body components defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(f) | Air suspension pressure loss | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207(c) | Leaf spring assembly defective/missing | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.23 | Required lamp not powered by vehicle electric | 1 | 1 | — | 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 (29 inspections)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 10, 2023 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | HOLMES (TOWNSHIP OF) | US 30 | ...684374 | CHIEF FREIGHT LINES INC |
| Jun 26, 2023 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | FRANKLIN (TOWNSHIP OF) | SR 13 | ...698368 | CHIEF FREIGHT LINES INC |
| Jul 22, 2021 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BROOK PARK | IR 480 | — | CHIEF FREIGHT LINES INC |
| Oct 27, 2020 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 13, 2020 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 16, 2020 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 4, 2019 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 10, 2018 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 17, 2018 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 2, 2018 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 15, 2017 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 13, 2017 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 28, 2017 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 5, 2017 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 17, 2016 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 12, 2016 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 26, 2016 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 11, 2014 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 26, 2014 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 28, 2014 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 30, 2013 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 11, 2013 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 11, 2013 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 6, 2013 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 4 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 16, 2012 | OH | FATAL | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
78 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 78 events