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K EXPRESS INC
Bensenville, IL
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 1248031 · MC 486848
Satisfactory
Active 22 yrs, 5 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-486848 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Concert Specialty Insurance Company
Safety
Satisfactory
19.0% OOS · 94 inspections on record
✓ No risk flags found on authority or insurance records
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 22 yrs, 5 mo
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 28.6% — above the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 5.1% — below the 5.5% national average
- 94 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC486848
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $750,000 required
Insurance on File
Concert Specialty Insurance Company
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy CSSPS769446300
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
1248031
MC Number
MC-486848
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
October 3, 2025
FMCSA Registration
May 14, 2004
Authority Granted
May 13, 2004
Annual Mileage
2,860,096 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Address
1123 N Ellis St, Bensenville, IL 60106
Phone
Email
Website
Owner / Officer
Kevin Schultz
Cargo Types
General FreightHousehold GoodsMetal/Sheet SteelLogs/Poles/BeamsBuilding MaterialsMachinery/Large ObjectsGrain/FeedDry BulkPaper ProductsConstruction MaterialsChemicals
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
94
Driver Inspections
57
Vehicle Inspections
52
Out-of-Service Violations
20
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance57
Unsafe Driving25
Hours of Service35
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate5.1% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate28.6% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (7.9pp higher)
19.0% of 63 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
58th percentile among carriers with 25–99 inspections (lower is better).
CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA roadside inspection records, not an FMCSA score.
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
2025
2024
Violation Rate by Category
Share of roadside inspections in FMCSA's rolling 24-month window that found a violation in each category. The individual violations are listed under each inspection in Inspection Details below. None of this is the basis of the safety rating, which comes from an on-site compliance review.
Vehicle Maintenance
22 of 36 inspections
Unsafe Driving
16 of 66 inspections
Hours of Service
13 of 66 inspections
Driver Fitness
1 of 66 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 66 inspections
Crash History (5)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
5
Crashes
0
Fatalities
2
Injuries
5
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 18, 2025 | IL | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| June 17, 2025 | OH | — | 1 | Yes | Rain · Daylight · Wet |
| May 27, 2025 | WI | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| February 5, 2025 | IN | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Dark - Not Lighted · Dry |
| January 21, 2025 | OH | — | 1 | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Snow |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
IN25
OH18
MI16
WI9
IL6
KY5
and 1 more state
Fleet & Equipment (72)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~30
of 29 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~42
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
27
Dry Van
26
Semi-trailer
15
Truck
3
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X9PD884581 | 6 | 2 |
| 2021 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHHDR7MSMH2911 | 6 | 2 |
| 2023 Freightliner M2 | Truck · Class 7 | 1FVACXFC8PHUE5796 | 4 | 1 |
| 2020 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GR1A0628LB169241 | 4 | — |
| 2021 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2534M3255223 | 4 | 1 |
| 2021 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHHDR7MSMP7188 | 4 | 1 |
| 2021 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHHDR9MSMP7189 | 4 | — |
| 2023 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHTDV3PSUE2714 | 4 | 1 |
| 2019 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHTDV5KSKJ3819 | 4 | — |
| 2022 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH6NN315318 | 4 | — |
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| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9TH7LN253427 | 4 | 2 |
| 2020 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GR1A0621LB169243 | 3 | — |
| Utility | Semi-trailer | 1UYVS2533M3255220 | 3 | — |
| Utility Tr | Semi-trailer | 1UYVS2534M3255209 | 3 | — |
| 2023 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X2PD888097 | 3 | — |
| 2021 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHHDR5MSMP7187 | 3 | — |
| 2021 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHLDR6MSMT6974 | 3 | — |
| 2021 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHTDV5MSMP7190 | 3 | — |
| 2018 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHTDV9JSJT0263 | 3 | 1 |
| 2019 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJHTDV2KLKF8983 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJHTDV6KLKF8985 | 2 | — |
| 2021 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2530M3255204 | 2 | 1 |
| Util | Semi-trailer | 1UYVS2530M3255224 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2530N7451623 | 2 | — |
| Utility Tr | Semi-trailer | 1UYVS2531M3255216 | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2531M7269105 | 2 | — |
| Utility Tr | Semi-trailer | 1UYVS2532M3255208 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2532N7451624 | 2 | — |
| Utility Tr | Semi-trailer | 1UYVS2533M3255217 | 2 | 1 |
| Utility Tr | Semi-trailer | 1UYVS2534M3255212 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2534N7451625 | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2535M7269107 | 2 | — |
| 2021 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2537M3255202 | 2 | 1 |
| Util | Semi-trailer | 1UYVS2537M3255222 | 2 | — |
| 2021 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2539M3255217 | 2 | — |
| 2022 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2539N7451622 | 2 | — |
| Util | Semi-trailer | 1UYVS253XM3255201 | 2 | — |
| 2021 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS253XM3255212 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHLDR9KSKD4350 | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHTDV4MDMR8326 | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHTDV5MDMU4498 | 2 | — |
| 2023 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHTDV7PSUE2716 | 2 | — |
| 2023 Freightliner M2 | Truck · Class 7 | 3ALACXFC8PDUE2712 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJHTDV4KLKJ3841 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GR1A0624LB169236 | 1 | — |
| Util | Semi-trailer | 1UYVS2530M3255210 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2530M3255218 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2531M3255213 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2532M3255205 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2532M3255219 | 1 | — |
| Utility | Semi-trailer | 1UYVS2532M3255225 | 1 | 1 |
| 2021 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2533M3255214 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2533M7269106 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2534M3255206 | 1 | — |
| Util | Semi-trailer | 1UYVS2535M3255218 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2535N7498016 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2536M3255207 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2536M3255224 | 1 | — |
| Utility | — | 1UYVS2537M3255219 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2537N7451621 | 1 | — |
| Util | Semi-trailer | 1UYVS2538M3255214 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2538M3255225 | 1 | — |
| Util | Semi-trailer | 1UYVS2539M3255206 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X0PD884582 | 1 | — |
| 2017 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJGBDV5HSHR2674 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJGEFG1KSLL0259 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHHDR7LSLK0033 | 1 | — |
| Frht | Tractor | 3AKJHHDR7SLK0033 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHTDV5PSUE2715 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHTDV7MSMP7191 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 Freightliner M2 | Truck · Class 7 | 3ALACXFC1KDKK8805 | 1 | — |
| Gdan | Semi-trailer | 4C9C5DK280S071387 | 1 | 1 |
A vehicle appearing here was recorded in an inspection — it is not proof the carrier still operates it today.
Inspection Details
Each roadside inspection with its violations
Inspection Records (94)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 12, 2026 | 5005430933 | IL-83, IL | II | 2 | — | — | Straight Truck |
FREIGHTLINER |
1FVACXFC8PHUE5796 |
IL P1174537 |
| 393.207A | Axle positioning parts defective/missing | Suspension | ||||||||
| 393.207A | Axle positioning parts defective/missing | Suspension | ||||||||
| September 29, 2026 | 1858000295 | MEDINA OH | III | — | — | KRAFT CHEMICAL | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
4V4NC9EH6NN315318 1GR1A0621LB169243 |
IL P1157749 IL 691853ST |
| August 20, 2026 | 2830001134 | ROBERTS WI | III | 4 | — | HOOD PACKAGING CORP | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
4V4NC9EH6NN315318 1UYVS2534N7451625 |
IL P1157749 IL 825029ST |
| 395.8A | HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLIFTA | State/Local Laws - State tax/International Fuel Tax (IFTA) violation | |||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | False Log | ||||||||
| August 12, 2026 | DEJOS02915 | MI, MI | I | 3 | 1 | RITE WAY PALLETS LLC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT GDAN |
1XPXD49X9PD884581 4C9C5DK280S071387 |
IL P1184156 IL 681855ST |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 393.207F-SLAS | Suspension - Leaking 3 PSI in 5 minutes | Suspension | ||||||||
| July 23, 2026 | DEJOS02874 | MI, MI | II | 1 | 1 | CARRIER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTIL |
1XPXD49X9PD884581 1UYVS2530M3255210 |
IL P1184156 IL 754559ST |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| July 6, 2026 | BURGM07389 | MI, MI | III | 3 | — | KURLYAMA | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1XPXD49X0PD884582 1GR1A0621LB169243 |
IL P1184157 IL 691853ST |
| 392.2-SLLS3 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 3 | ||||||||
| 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 | Hours | ||||||||
| 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 | Hours | ||||||||
| June 18, 2026 | 2385000377 | PLEASANT PRAIRIE WI | I | — | — | EXACTO SPRING | Straight Truck |
FREIGHTLINER |
1FVACXFC8PHUE5796 |
IL P1174537 |
| June 16, 2026 | 3280001755 | EATON OH | I | 1 | — | OLYOLA EDGINGS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
3AKJHHDR7MSMH2911 1UYVS2537N7451621 |
IL P1063189 IL 825033ST |
| 396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| June 10, 2026 | 5004940253 | SUPREME DR WEST OF ELLIS ST, IL | II | — | — | MID STATES BOLT BURTON | Straight Truck |
FREIGHTLINER |
3ALACXFC8PDUE2712 |
IL P1172774 |
| June 8, 2026 | 1515000856 | WEST UNITY OH | III | 1 | — | CONNEMARA CONVERTING | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
3AKJHTDV3PSUE2714 1UYVS2532M3255205 |
IL P1184158 IL 754554ST |
| 392.2-SLLML | State/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane | Dangerous Driving | ||||||||
Shippers Seen at Inspections
Shipper names recorded by roadside inspectors over roughly the last three years. Only inspected loads appear, so this is a sample of who the carrier hauls for, not a complete customer list. Names are as entered at the roadside; blanks and placeholders such as “N/A” or “same as carrier” are left out.
| Shipper | Inspections | Most recent |
|---|---|---|
| RITE WAY PALLETS LLC | 2 | August 12, 2026 |
| MPE RACINE | 2 | December 2, 2025 |
| TYLER UNION | 2 | September 30, 2024 |
| KRAFT CHEMICAL | 1 | September 29, 2026 |
| HOOD PACKAGING CORP | 1 | August 20, 2026 |
| KURLYAMA | 1 | July 6, 2026 |
| EXACTO SPRING | 1 | June 18, 2026 |
| OLYOLA EDGINGS | 1 | June 16, 2026 |
| MID STATES BOLT BURTON | 1 | June 10, 2026 |
| CONNEMARA CONVERTING | 1 | June 8, 2026 |
| REESE PHARMACEUTICAL | 1 | May 20, 2026 |
| INNOVATIVE LOGISTICS SERVICES | 1 | May 13, 2026 |
55 more shippers named at fewer inspections.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| May 28, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| May 5, 2021 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| June 10, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| June 9, 2016 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| April 29, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| April 12, 2016 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| June 2, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| May 5, 2015 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| June 2, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| May 5, 2014 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| June 1, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | Cancellation Filed |
| June 1, 2026 | BMC-35 | Cancelled · Incline Casualty Company |
| June 1, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | Cancel · Incline Casualty Company |
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Process Agent Service Company, Inc.
945 S Marion Rd, Sioux Falls, SD, 57105
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