MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC
USDOT 782649 • 625 WILLOW PKWY, WILLOW BROOK, IL, 60527
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
No insurance filings found for this carrier in FMCSA records.
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
4 states • 97 inspections
Violation Summary (166 violations from 97 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 39 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 8 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 7 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 6 | 6 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 5 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.43(d) | Brake - relay emergency valve | 4 | 4 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41(a) | Physical qualification - general | 3 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| 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:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2LV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.91(a) | No CDL endorsement | 2 | 2 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.106(d) | Cargo securement - front end structure | 2 | 2 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | 2 | 2 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.11(a) | Unqualified driver | 2 | 0 | 8 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43 | Brake - relay emergency valve | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | 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:393.11A1-LRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2WG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.41A-MCPC | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLNP | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV while not in possession of a CDL on person | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2MI | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLILC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LLPL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | 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:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5-HL | Hubs - Leaking hub | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43DBMA | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51(a) | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 1 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.23 | Required lamp not powered by vehicle electric | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104(f)(3) | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.130(b) | Cargo securement - heavy equipment | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(f) | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.128(b) | Cargo securement - roll-on/roll-off containers | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.25(a)(1) | Learner's Permit (CLP) - Is not accompanied by the holder of a valid CDL that is fully authorized to operate the CMV. | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(a) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.82 | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.45(b) | Expired medical examiner's certificate | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:391.41(a)(1) | 391.41(a)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.110 | Cargo securement - logs | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.87(a) | Warning flags on projecting loads missing | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9(a)(1) | Failing to secure cargo as specified in 49 CFR 393.100 through 393.142 | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.71(h)(10) | Fifth wheel defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.25(a) | Lamps on rear of CMV obscured by load | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104(b) | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | 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 (97 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 16, 2026 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | YORK TWP | I-88 | ...790226 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Dec 1, 2025 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | VALPARAISO | STATE ROAD 2 | ...HS0392 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Jul 31, 2025 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | WEST CHICAGO TWP | I-94 | ...251577 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Jul 23, 2025 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NAPERVILLE | N ROUTE 59 | ...005827 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Mar 6, 2025 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | LODI | CTH V NB | ...GA4159 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Nov 1, 2024 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | BURLINGTON | CTH P SB | ...005360 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Oct 17, 2024 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | HANNA | US HIGHWAY 30 | ...274815 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Sep 6, 2024 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | WESTPORT | STH 113 NB | ...366894 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Jun 25, 2024 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CHICAGO | N CALIFORNIA AVE | ...B80607 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| May 29, 2024 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | ROCHESTER | CTH A WB | ...BL8237 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| May 20, 2024 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NEWPORT TWP | I-94 E/B MP 4.5 | ...C20877 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Apr 10, 2024 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | I-94 W/B | ...MK4481 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Apr 10, 2024 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | YORKVILLE | IH 041 SB | ...C06990 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Feb 28, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | CHICAGO | N CICERO AVE | ...E68529 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Feb 16, 2024 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | HOFFMAN ESTATES | W GOLF RD | ...274807 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Jan 11, 2024 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | FRANKLIN | CTH BB WB | ...C30677 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Sep 1, 2023 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | NORTHBROOK | I 94 EDENS S/B | ...MK4482 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Aug 23, 2023 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | CHICAGO | I-94 NORTHBOUND | ...169344 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Aug 17, 2023 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | BURR RIDGE | 91ST ST | ...B80607 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Aug 4, 2023 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CHICAGO | W GRACE ST | — | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Jul 5, 2023 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | GARY | 53 | ...E94323 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Mar 24, 2023 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 2 | LYONS TWP | I-294 NB | ...F57085 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Dec 13, 2022 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | Joliet Twp | I80 W/B | ...B67863 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Dec 7, 2022 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LA FAYETTE | STH 011 WB | ...B80598 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
| Oct 6, 2022 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | LYONS TWP | I-55 | ...A15061 | MEADE ELECTRIC COMPANY INC |
Compliance Timeline
25 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records