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BERKSHIRE REFRIGERATED WAREHOUSING LLC
DBA: Brw Logistics
Chicago, IL
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Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
50.0% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 90% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 1454732 · MC 549717
Conditional
Active 20 yrs, 3 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-549717 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Acuity, A Mutual Insurance Company
Safety
Conditional
50.0% OOS · 16 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
50.0% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 90% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 20 yrs, 3 mo
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Conditional
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 71.4% — above the 20.7% national average
- 16 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC549717
Common Carrier
Insurance on File
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy CA-ZE3238
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
1454732
MC Number
MC-549717
Safety Rating
Conditional
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
January 5, 2026
FMCSA Registration
January 23, 2006
Authority Granted
June 8, 2006
Annual Mileage
187,964 mi (2025)
Contact Information
Address
4550 S Packers Ave, Chicago, IL 60609
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Ted Grzywacz
Cargo Types
General FreightFresh ProduceRefrigerated FoodBeveragesMeat
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
16
Driver Inspections
10
Vehicle Inspections
10
Out-of-Service Violations
14
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance25
Unsafe Driving7
Hours of Service4
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate14.3% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (8.8pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate71.4% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (50.7pp higher)
50.0% of 12 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
90th percentile among carriers with 10–24 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
7 of 8 inspections
Unsafe Driving
5 of 13 inspections
Hours of Service
2 of 13 inspections
Driver Fitness
2 of 13 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 13 inspections
Crash History (2)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
2
Crashes
0
Fatalities
7
Injuries
2
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 18, 2025 | IN | — | — | Yes | Severe Crosswinds · Wet |
| October 26, 2024 | IL | — | 7 | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Dark - Lighted · Dry |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
IL8
WI4
IA1
IN1
MO1
Fleet & Equipment (21)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~9
of 12 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~12
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Dry Van
12
Tractor
9
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Western Star 57X Chassis | Tractor · Class 8 | 5KJJBZDV8RLVD6780 | 6 | 2 |
| 2024 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3UTVS2537R8041007 | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 Western Star 57X Chassis | Tractor · Class 8 | 5KJJBZDV3RLUX0661 | 2 | 1 |
| 2016 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2530GM488451 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2532N6538221 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2533N2538509 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2535K6568048 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS2535K6585545 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1UYVS253XJ6247203 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X1LD668505 | 1 | — |
Show all 21 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJGBDV1KSKD9780 | 1 | 1 |
| 2019 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJGHDVXKSKD9781 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3UTVS2530R8041009 | 1 | — |
| 2025 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3UTVS2530S8262034 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3UTVS2531R8125405 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3UTVS2534R8261821 | 1 | — |
| 2025 Utility Trailer Manufacturer | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3UTVS2535S8262028 | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH6SN685874 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Western Star 57X Chassis | Tractor · Class 8 | 5KJJBZDV5RLUX0662 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Western Star 57X Chassis | Tractor · Class 8 | 5KJJBZDV7RLUX0663 | 1 | 1 |
| 2024 Western Star 57X Chassis | Tractor · Class 8 | 5KJJBZDVXRLVD6781 | 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 (16)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 14, 2026 | 5005200657 | 032 - LITCHFIELD - I-55 N/B, IL | I | 2 | 2 | DEADHEADING TO NEXT LOAD | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PTRB UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XPBDP9X7ND795794 3UTVS2530S8262034 |
IN 39806Z IL 986711ST |
| 395.8A-ELD | OOSELD - No record of duty status (ELD Required) | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 393.47A-RM | OOSBrake rotor or drum - piece missing or in danger of falling away | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| June 29, 2026 | 3698003138 | ST. LOUIS MO | II | 3 | 3 | RD REEFER CROSSDOCK | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
WESTERN STAR UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
5KJJBZDV8RLVD6780 3UTVS2530S8262034 |
IL P1226768 IL 986711ST |
| 393.45B2-BHTD | OOSAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.23-LEU | OOSLighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g., unplugged or loose pigtail) | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-BHTD | OOSAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| June 4, 2026 | 2659004565 | PLEASANT PRAIRIE WI | II | 2 | 1 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
4V4NC9EH6SN685874 1UYVS2532N6538221 |
WI 79070Z ME 283434X |
| 393.23-LEU | OOSLighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g., unplugged or loose pigtail) | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LSLI | Lighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative. | Lighting | ||||||||
| May 5, 2026 | 4249520090 | I-80, IL | III | 2 | — | BRW LOGISTICS | Truck Tractor |
WESTERN STAR |
5KJJBZDV8RLVD6780 |
IL P1226768 |
| 392.82A1 | Using a hand-held mobile telephone while operating a CMV | Phone Call | ||||||||
| 392.16 | Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV | Seat Belt | ||||||||
| May 1, 2026 | 5011140014 | I-72 WB MP 13, IL | III | 2 | 1 | BERKSHIRE REFRIGERATED WAREHOUSING | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
WESTERN STAR UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
5KJJBZDV8RLVD6780 1UYVS2535K6568048 |
IL P1226768 ME 276162Z |
| 383.51A-SIN | OOSDriving a CMV while CDL is suspended for a safety-related or unknown reason and in state of driver's license issuance | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSWZ | State/Local Laws - Speeding work/construction zone | Speeding 4 | ||||||||
| February 20, 2026 | 4182310227 | 033 - WILLIAMSVILLE - I-55 S/B, IL | III | — | — | RESTAURANT DEPOT | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
WESTERN STAR UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
5KJJBZDVXRLVD6781 3UTVS2534R8261821 |
IL P1226769 IL 969236ST |
| January 8, 2026 | 000P15H79M | I80 WB @ 303 MM, IA | III | 6 | — | RESTAURANT DEPOT | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
WESTERN STAR UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
5KJJBZDV8RLVD6780 3UTVS2530R8041009 |
IL P1226768 IL 969241ST |
| 392.2-SLLS2 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 2 | ||||||||
| 392.16 | Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV | Seat Belt | ||||||||
| 392.9A3 | Drivers view and / or movement is obstructed | General Securement | ||||||||
| 392.2RG | State vehicle registration or License Plate violation | |||||||||
| 395.30B1 | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.24D | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | Fail to transfer ELD records | ||||||||
| January 2, 2026 | 2330001705 | PLEASANT PRAIRIE WI | I | 5 | — | RD REEFER CROSSDOCK | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
1XPBDP9X1LD668505 1UYVS2533N2538509 |
WI 90690X ME 283398X |
| 392.2-SLL | State/Local Laws - | |||||||||
| 393.9A-LCL | Lighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 390.21TB2-DOT | Operate a CMV without USDOT number displayed. Must be preceded by the letters USDOT | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| May 12, 2025 | 8843005457 | LOWELL IN | II | 8 | 1 | GENERAL MILLS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
WESTERN STAR UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
5KJJBZDV3RLUX0661 1UYVS253XJ6247203 |
IL P1201673 ME 413300Z |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LHLI | Lighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LFTSI | Lighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 393.55E-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| May 6, 2025 | 2667000427 | PLEASANT PRAIRIE WI | II | 1 | 1 | RD REEFER CROSSDOCK | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
WESTERN STAR UTILITY TRAILER MANUFACTURER |
5KJJBZDV5RLUX0662 3UTVS2535S8262028 |
IL P1201671 IL 986714ST |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| RD REEFER CROSSDOCK | 3 | June 29, 2026 |
| RESTAURANT DEPOT | 2 | February 20, 2026 |
| DEADHEADING TO NEXT LOAD | 1 | September 14, 2026 |
| GENERAL MILLS | 1 | May 12, 2025 |
| SUNBELT FOODS | 1 | November 14, 2024 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| November 4, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| October 10, 2019 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| July 9, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| June 17, 2019 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| March 28, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| March 21, 2019 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| February 5, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| January 16, 2019 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| December 16, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| November 18, 2013 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| November 1, 2019 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
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