D N T EXPRESS INC
USDOT 859545 • DBA: D N T EXPRESS • 5363 SOUTH 700 EAST, STAR CITY, IN, 46985
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-378682 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Apr 29, 2025 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIRIUSPOINT AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NNFTK5844448 | ON FILE | Jan 1, 2025 | Jan 1, 2025 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CARGO | OPO0034334 | ON FILE | Apr 11, 2011 | Aug 1, 2011 |
Insurance History (14 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SIRIUSPOINT AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NNFTK5844448 | CANCELLED | Jan 1, 2025 | May 21, 2025 |
| FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NISTK0015472 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NISTK0015472 | CANCELLED | Jan 1, 2024 | Nov 21, 2024 |
| FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NISTK0015472 | CANCELLED | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2025 |
| FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | NISTK0015472-23 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2023 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0142507001 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2020 | Jan 1, 2023 |
| CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA190028 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2019 | Jan 1, 2020 |
| CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA130037 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 2013 | Jan 1, 2019 |
| SPARTA INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 013CP0074600 | CANCELLED | Jan 1, 2012 | Jan 1, 2013 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0034334 | CANCELLED | Aug 1, 2011 | Jan 1, 2012 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0034334 | NAME CHANGED | Apr 11, 2011 | Aug 1, 2011 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CARGO | OPO0034334 | CANCELLED | Jan 1, 2011 | Apr 11, 2011 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | OPO0034334 | CANCELLED | Jan 1, 2011 | Apr 11, 2011 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 357454 | CANCELLED | Mar 24, 2000 | Oct 11, 2000 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | SIRIUSPOINT AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | NNFTK5844448 | BIPD/Primary | May 21, 2025 | May 21, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | SIRIUSPOINT AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | NNFTK5844448 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2025 | Jan 1, 2025 |
| CANCEL | FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | NISTK0015472 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2025 | Jan 1, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | NISTK0015472 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 21, 2024 | Nov 21, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | NISTK0015472-23 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | FALLS LAKE NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY | NISTK0015472 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2024 | Jan 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0142507001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2023 | Jan 1, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA190028 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2020 | Jan 1, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA130037 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2019 | Jan 1, 2019 |
| CANCEL | SPARTA INSURANCE COMPANY | 013CP0074600 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2013 | Jan 1, 2013 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0034334 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 2012 | Jan 1, 2012 |
| NAMECHG | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0034334 | CARGO | Aug 1, 2011 | Aug 1, 2011 |
| NAMECHG | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0034334 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 1, 2011 | Aug 1, 2011 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0034334 | CARGO | Apr 11, 2011 | Apr 11, 2011 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | OPO0034334 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 11, 2011 | Apr 11, 2011 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 357454 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 11, 2000 | Oct 11, 2000 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| CONTRACT | MC-378682 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (7 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC378682 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 24, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 29, 2025 |
| MC378682 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 5, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 30, 2024 |
| MC378682 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 5, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 28, 2012 |
| MC378682 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 5, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 28, 2011 |
| MC378682 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 28, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 27, 2011 |
| MC378682 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jan 5, 2011 | — | Unknown |
| MC378682 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 7, 2000 | REVOKED | Dec 22, 2000 |
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
14 states • 35 inspections
Violation Summary (63 violations from 35 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 9 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 7 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.71(a) | Using or equipping a CMV with radar detector | 2 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TEPBM | Tires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2PC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16AD | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E1PC | HOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPDIT | HOS (Property) - Driver driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24(d) | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | 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:393.110B3-C | Cargo securement - logs | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(2) | Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.104(a) | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | 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:393.67(c)(7)(v) | Tires - other defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(3)(i) | 395.3(a)(3)(i) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.110(b) | Cargo securement - logs | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43(d) | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | 1 | 1 | 7 | 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 (35 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
16 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (16 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 19, 2025 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | RURAL DALLAS | US-80 | ...828520 | D N T EXPRESS |
| Feb 14, 2023 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | Ref Marker:384 53012011 | ...413903 | D N T EXPRESS INC |
| May 4, 2021 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | LEXINGTON | US0027 | ...408853 | D N T EXPRESS |
| Jun 28, 2019 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 1, 2018 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 2, 2018 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 1, 2018 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 16, 2017 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 13, 2016 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 5, 2015 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 15, 2015 | AL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 8, 2015 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 8, 2015 | TX | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 21, 2014 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 16, 2014 | ND | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 23, 2013 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
33 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 33 events