HARTWIG TRANSIT INC
USDOT 76376 • 1901 N ROSELLE ROAD SUITE 815, SCHAUMBURG, IL, 60195
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-1603296 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Unknown |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-ZU5848 | ON FILE | Mar 3, 2024 | Mar 9, 2025 |
Insurance History (1 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-ZM3309 | REPLACED | Dec 15, 2023 | Mar 3, 2024 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-ZU5848 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 9, 2025 | Mar 9, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-ZM3309 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 3, 2024 | Mar 3, 2024 |
Authority Action History (1 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC1603296 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 8, 2024 | — | Unknown |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Measures
BASIC measure values (lower = better). Percentile rankings not available for this carrier. Data from SMS snapshot Apr 5, 2026.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
13 states • 127 inspections
Violation Summary (111 violations from latest 100 of 127 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 12 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 6 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 5 | 5 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 3 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOLTIS | Tires - All others leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 2 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 2 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.40A-B | Inadequate brakes | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.205(c) | Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203(e) | Cab front bumper missing/unsecured/protrude | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203E-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-LLEAK | A liquid fuel system with a dripping leak at any point | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207F-SDAS | Suspension - Deflated air suspension | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C2 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203C | Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3 | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB | 390.21TB | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.9B-LRLO | Lighting - Tail lamp - Any obstructed. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Tim | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A1-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time | 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:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47A-BDC | Brake chamber - cracked/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(d)(3) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b)(2) | 390.21T(b)(2) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51(a) | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:390.21T(a) | 390.21T(a) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9B-LRLIWR | Lighting - Tail lamp - Both lamps on rearmost vehicle inoperative when required to be on | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b) | 390.21T(b) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.15(i)(9) | Driver not adequately trained in the operation of the automatic on-board recording device | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | 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 (127 inspections)
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 2, 2025 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | WEST CHESTER TOWNSHIP | CINCINNATI-DAYTON RD | ...874089 | HARTWIG TRANSIT |
| Oct 13, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | GRANITE CITY TWP | I-270 W/B | ...985796 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| May 16, 2024 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | PERRYSBURG (TOWNSHIP OF) | IR 75 | ...GM4531 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| May 7, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | NEWPORT TWP | I-94 EASTBOUND | ...636315 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| Apr 28, 2024 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | COPLEY (TOWNSHIP OF) | IR 0077 | ...874089 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| Apr 10, 2024 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | MILWAUKEE | IH 041 SB | ...985813 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| Feb 17, 2024 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | RANGE (TOWNSHIP OF) | IR 71 | ...985808 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| Dec 12, 2023 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I 80 W 288.25 MM | ...078333 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| Nov 18, 2023 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I-85 SB AT MILE MARKER 144 | ...237177 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| Jan 27, 2023 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | PLEASANT PRAIRIE | IH 041 NB | ...985789 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| Nov 3, 2022 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | I80 EB 276.90 | ...985798 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| Apr 10, 2022 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | SHELBYVILLE | I- 74 | ...GM4531 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| Apr 4, 2022 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | KICKAPOO TWP | I-74 | ...985798 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| Mar 22, 2022 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | PROVISO TWP | I-294 NORTHBOUND | ...061179 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| Nov 13, 2021 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | BLOOMINGTON TWP | I-74 | ...985786 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| Jul 11, 2021 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | Ref Marker: | ...985805 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| Apr 30, 2021 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | SPRINGCREEK (TOWNSHIP OF) | IR 75 | ...043675 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| Apr 21, 2021 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | WAYNE | IH 041 SB | ...985779 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| Mar 15, 2021 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | TURTLE | IH 039 SB | ...995966 | HARTWIG TRANSIT INC |
| Jan 1, 2021 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 7, 2020 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 21, 2020 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 12, 2019 | IL | FATAL | 1 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 2, 2019 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 26, 2019 | IL | FATAL | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
27 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
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