ELKHART TRANSPORT COMPANY LLC
USDOT 913693 • 1020 HERMAN ST, ELKHART, IN, 46516
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-395711 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Aug 11, 2025 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73653192 | ON FILE | Jul 2, 2025 | Jul 2, 2025 |
Insurance History (11 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73653192 | REPLACED | Jul 2, 2025 | Jul 2, 2025 |
| FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 73653192 | NAME CHANGED | Jul 2, 2025 | Sep 15, 2025 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | 6E659538 | CANCELLED | Aug 27, 2018 | Aug 15, 2025 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | 6E659538 | REPLACED | Aug 27, 2018 | Jul 2, 2025 |
| THE CHARTER OAK FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 6E659538 | REPLACED | Aug 27, 2018 | Aug 27, 2018 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | 6E659538 | REPLACED | Jul 2, 2014 | Aug 27, 2018 |
| NATIONAL TRUST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 0011399 | REPLACED | Mar 20, 2013 | Jul 2, 2014 |
| NATIONAL TRUST INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 0011399 | CANCELLED | Mar 20, 2013 | Aug 24, 2014 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 350375 | CANCELLED | May 4, 2008 | Apr 7, 2013 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 350375 | REPLACED | May 4, 2008 | Mar 20, 2013 |
| AMERISURE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA1325996000000 | REPLACED | Jul 2, 2000 | May 4, 2008 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | 73653192 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 15, 2025 | Sep 15, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | 6E659538 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 15, 2025 | Aug 15, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | 6E659538 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 2, 2025 | Jul 2, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | 73653192 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 2, 2025 | Jul 2, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | FEDERAL INSURANCE CO. | 73653192 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 2, 2025 | Jul 2, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | 6E659538 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 27, 2018 | Aug 27, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CHARTER OAK FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 6E659538 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 27, 2018 | Aug 27, 2018 |
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONAL TRUST INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 0011399 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 24, 2014 | Aug 24, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL TRUST INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 0011399 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 2, 2014 | Jul 2, 2014 |
| TERM/CANCL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 350375 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 7, 2013 | Apr 7, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 350375 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 20, 2013 | Mar 20, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERISURE INSURANCE COMPANY | CA1325996000000 | BIPD/Primary | May 4, 2008 | May 4, 2008 |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC395711 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Aug 11, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 11, 2025 |
| MC395711 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 21, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jul 31, 2025 |
| MC395711 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jul 28, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Aug 4, 2014 |
| MC395711 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 11, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 29, 2013 |
| MC395711 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Dec 4, 2000 | — | 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
10 states • 130 inspections
Violation Summary (79 violations from latest 100 of 130 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 7 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 5 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 4 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 4 | 4 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 4 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 3 | 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 | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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 | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LCHL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2LV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TE2IV-D | 390.21TE2IV-D | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.41A | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2IN | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.51A-LCDLRSWD | CDL disqualification - major offense | 1 | 0 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.82DUMT | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b) | 390.21T(b) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | 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:392.82 | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
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 (130 inspections)
Showing 50 of 130
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 8, 2025 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | FRANKFORT | SR 28 | ...VX3210 | ELKHART TRANSPORT COMPANY |
| Aug 19, 2025 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | DETROIT | I-94 FWY | ...LG6785 | ELKHART TRANSPORT COMPANY LLC |
| May 30, 2025 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | GREEN (TOWNSHIP OF) | SR 0585 | ...UB2471 | ELKHART TRANSPORT COMPANY |
| Jan 15, 2025 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | GRAND RAPIDS | E I 196 | ...026817 | ELKHART TRANSPORT COMPANY LLC |
| Nov 22, 2024 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NORTON | SR 21 | ...WA8795 | ELKHART TRANSPORT |
| Nov 8, 2024 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | WEST CHESTER TOWNSHIP | MUHLHAUSER RD | ...MN3651 | ELKHART TRANSPORT COMPANY |
| Feb 7, 2024 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | INDIANAPOLIS | W 38TH STREET | ...573316 | ELKHART TRANSPORT COMPANY |
| Jan 11, 2024 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | OWINGSVILLE | I 0064 | ...123395 | ELKHART TRANSPORT COMPANY |
| Sep 27, 2023 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | LANSING | I-80 | ...NM7418 | ELKHART TRANSPORT COMPANY |
| Jul 8, 2021 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | EVANSVILLE | US41 | ...MM0946 | ELKHART TRANSPORT COMPANY |
| Mar 2, 2021 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | LEXINGTON | KY0004 | ...MR0340 | ELKHART TRANSPORT COMPANY |
| Feb 17, 2021 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | CLEVELAND | BESSEMER AV | ...FG0030 | ELKHART TRANSPORT COMPANY |
| Feb 2, 2021 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | NEW CARLISLE | SR2 | ...JF2922 | ELKHART TRANSPORT COMPANY |
| Oct 27, 2020 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 20, 2020 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 6, 2020 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 26, 2020 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 22, 2019 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 28, 2019 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 29, 2019 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 26, 2018 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 13, 2018 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 5, 2018 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 20, 2017 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 23, 2017 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Enforcement Actions
1 closed case — FMCSA civil penalties
1 Enforcement Case
| Case Number | Closed Date | Violation Code(s) | Settlement | Subject Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IN-2022-0073-US1539 | May 6, 2022 | 382.701(a) | $1,750 | Carrier |
Compliance Timeline
39 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
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