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KLINK TRUCKING LLC
Ashley, IN
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 176279 · MC 154643
Satisfactory
Active 6 months · first granted 1982
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-154643 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Acuity, A Mutual Insurance Company
Safety
Satisfactory
13.0% OOS · 71 inspections on record
✓ No risk flags found on authority or insurance records
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active 6 months since reinstatement on April 21, 2026; first granted June 21, 1982 (44 yrs, 4 mo ago)
- Insurance on file: $1,000,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 23.5% — above the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 2.8% — below the 5.5% national average
- 71 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC154643
Common Carrier, Contract Carrier
Insurance on File
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
BI&PD · $1,000,000 · Policy CA-ZH7364
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$1,000,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
176279
MC Number
MC-154643
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
July 1, 2025
FMCSA Registration
June 1, 1974
Authority First Granted
June 21, 1982
Authority Reinstated
April 21, 2026
Annual Mileage
6,664,966 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Address
3320 W 800 S, Ashley, IN 46705
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Brad Fruits
Officer 2
Carol Klink
Cargo Types
Metal/Sheet SteelBuilding MaterialsMachinery/Large ObjectsLiquids/GasesGrain/FeedCoal/CokeDry BulkFarm SuppliesConstruction MaterialsGarbage/Refuse
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
71
Driver Inspections
51
Vehicle Inspections
27
Out-of-Service Violations
12
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance31
Unsafe Driving41
Hours of Service4
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate2.8% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate23.5% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (2.8pp higher)
13.0% of 46 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
39th 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
8 of 18 inspections
Unsafe Driving
27 of 50 inspections
Hours of Service
4 of 50 inspections
Driver Fitness
2 of 50 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 50 inspections
Crash History (8)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
8
Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
8
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 25, 2026 | MI | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| August 18, 2026 | IN | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| April 30, 2026 | IN | — | — | Yes | Other · Daylight · Dry |
| March 3, 2026 | IN | — | — | Yes | Other · Dark - Unknown Roadway Lighting · Dry |
| December 23, 2025 | IN | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| May 19, 2025 | IN | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| December 9, 2024 | MI | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Wet |
| September 27, 2024 | IL | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
IN44
MI12
OH5
IL3
US1
Fleet & Equipment (78)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~43
of 169 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~35
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
28
Semi-trailer
16
Chassis / Incomplete
11
Dump
11
Flatbed
2
Not Applicable
2
Truck
2
Dry Van
1
Tank
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2023 Mack Anthem | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AN3GY4PM037400 | 3 | — |
| 2000 International 9400 | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSFHAMR1YC052220 | 3 | — |
| 2023 Western Star 49X Chassis | Truck · Class 8 | 5KKHBWFM1PLNP8240 | 3 | 1 |
| East Dump | Semi-trailer | 1E1D2S380EE083577 | 2 | — |
| E. D. Etny | Semi-trailer | 1E9100898RE007052 | 2 | — |
| 1999 Freightliner CC Conventional | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUYSXYB6XL948755 | 2 | 1 |
| 1999 Freightliner High COE | Truck · Class 8 | 1FVLBWDB2XLB50553 | 2 | — |
| Mack | Tractor | 1M2AN3GY9KM002974 | 2 | 1 |
| 2020 International LT625 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HCDZAPR3LL432738 | 2 | — |
| 2026 International LT62F | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZAPR1TN142362 | 2 | — |
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| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 Volvo Truck VHD | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 8 | 4V5K99EH1GN936966 | 2 | — |
| 2016 Volvo Truck VHD | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 8 | 4V5K99EH5GN936968 | 2 | — |
| 2017 Volvo Truck VHD | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 8 | 4V5KC9EH6HN985731 | 2 | — |
| 2017 Volvo Truck VHD | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 8 | 4V5KC9EH9HN985724 | 2 | — |
| 2022 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 36 ft | 1E1D2S283NR074030 | 1 | — |
| 2024 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 36 ft | 1E1D2S380RR083577 | 1 | — |
| 2025 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 36 ft | 1E1D2S380SR087330 | 1 | 1 |
| 2025 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 36 ft | 1E1D2S382SR087328 | 1 | — |
| East Dump | Semi-trailer | 1E1D2S384EE083579 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 36 ft | 1E1D2S384JR061554 | 1 | — |
| 2017 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 36 ft | 1E1D2S387HR059064 | 1 | — |
| 2008 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 36 ft | 1E1D2S3898RJ42558 | 1 | — |
| 2017 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 36 ft | 1E1D2S389HR059065 | 1 | — |
| 2006 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 36 ft | 1E1D2S38X6RC39168 | 1 | — |
| 2006 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Dump · 36 ft | 1E1D2S38X6RC39171 | 1 | — |
| 1999 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Flatbed · 48 ft | 1E1H5Y281XRD24768 | 1 | 1 |
| 2000 East Manufacturing Corp. East Manufacturing Corp | Flatbed · 48 ft | 1E1H5Y282YRB29361 | 1 | — |
| Etn | Semi-trailer | 1E9100926RE007083 | 1 | 1 |
| Unpublishe | Semi-trailer | 1E9100957RE007104 | 1 | — |
| Etnyre & C | Semi-trailer | 1E9103959RE007307 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Extreme Trailers Llc | Dump · 35 ft | 1E9AD3537J1588035 | 1 | — |
| Unpublishe | Semi-trailer | 1E9T448151E007021 | 1 | — |
| Unpublishe | Semi-trailer | 1E9T448261E007022 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Etnyre | Tank · 76 ft | 1E9T76607EE007170 | 1 | — |
| E. D. Etny | Semi-trailer | 1E9T78162GE007037 | 1 | — |
| Unpublishe | — | 1E9T8213XGE007271 | 1 | — |
| Etnyre & C | Semi-trailer | 1E9T83783HE007171 | 1 | — |
| Etnyre & C | Semi-trailer | 1E9T89890LE007082 | 1 | — |
| Etny | Semi-trailer | 1E9T89949LE007035 | 1 | — |
| E. D. Etny | — | 1E9T98573PE007075 | 1 | — |
| Etnyre & C | — | 1E9T98584PE007076 | 1 | — |
| Trlr | — | 1E9T98645PE007082 | 1 | — |
| 2006 Freightliner FLD132 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJAPCK66DW30803 | 1 | 1 |
| 1998 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 6 ft | 1GRAA0624WB132501 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Mack Anthem | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AN3GY8PM037402 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 Mack Anthem | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AN3GYXPM037403 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Mack CXU (Pinnacle) | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AW09Y3GM078125 | 1 | — |
| Pola | Semi-trailer | 1PMS14320J1049927 | 1 | — |
| Polar Mfg. | Semi-trailer | 1PMS14322J1049928 | 1 | — |
| Ravens-met | Semi-trailer | 1R1D02940SJ095254 | 1 | — |
| 1999 Kenworth W900 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWD69X9XR821920 | 1 | — |
| 1997 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DB8X1VD433459 | 1 | — |
| 1996 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DB8X4TN412872 | 1 | — |
| 1998 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DR9X2WD441028 | 1 | — |
| 1997 International F-9370 | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSFBAER0VC029569 | 1 | — |
| 1999 International F-9370 | Tractor · Class 8 | 2HSFBAMR3XC084649 | 1 | — |
| Lbt | Semi-trailer | 2R9A1A2R9GC010009 | 1 | — |
| 2020 International LT625 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HCDZAPR3LL432741 | 1 | — |
| 2020 International LT625 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HCDZAPR5LL432739 | 1 | — |
| 2025 International LT62F | Not Applicable · Class 8 | 3HSDZAPR2SN692734 | 1 | — |
| 2019 International LT625 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZAPR4KN559070 | 1 | — |
| 2025 International LT62F | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZAPR7SN692728 | 1 | — |
| 2019 International LT625 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZAPR8KN559069 | 1 | — |
| 2026 International LT62F | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZAPR8TN143248 | 1 | — |
| 2020 International LT625 | Tractor · Class 8 | 3HSDZAPR9LN115622 | 1 | — |
| 2015 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH1FN168665 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH4FN168661 | 1 | — |
| 2013 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH8DN568297 | 1 | — |
| 2013 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EHXDN568284 | 1 | — |
| 2015 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EHXFN168664 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Volvo Truck VHD | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 8 | 4V5K99EH2EN168606 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Volvo Truck VHD | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 8 | 4V5K99EH4EN168607 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Volvo Truck VHD | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 8 | 4V5K99EH6GN936963 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Volvo Truck VHD | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 8 | 4V5K99EH8GN936964 | 1 | — |
| 2017 Volvo Truck VHD | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 8 | 4V5KC9EH1HN985734 | 1 | — |
| 2017 Volvo Truck VHD | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 8 | 4V5KC9EH2HN985726 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Volvo Truck VHD | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 8 | 4V5KC9EH4PN614081 | 1 | 1 |
| 2026 Volvo Truck VHD | Not Applicable · Class 8 | 4V5KC9EH9TN715594 | 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 (71)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 9, 2026 | 6791000034 | WARSAW IN | III | 1 | — | NONE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT POLAR MFG. |
1XP5DR9X9XD486744 1PMA14321E5012847 |
IN 3957722 IN P720122 |
| 392.2-SLLLR | State/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation | Misc Violations | ||||||||
| October 5, 2026 | 8632000207 | LA PORTE IN | III | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT E. D. ETNY |
1XP5DB9X8XD492350 1E9100898RE007052 |
IN 3913612 IN PD45042 |
| 392.2-SLLSWZ | State/Local Laws - Speeding work/construction zone | Speeding 4 | ||||||||
| September 18, 2026 | SHEPZ05926 | MI, MI | II | 1 | 1 | SAC | Straight Truck |
WESTERN STAR |
5KKHBWFM1PLNP8240 |
IN 3388997 |
| 396.3A1-TAOCV | OOSTires - All others, in contact with a part of the vehicle | Tires | ||||||||
| August 25, 2026 | 7562008072 | WASHINGTON IN | I | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL UNPUBLISHE |
3HSDZAPR2SN692734 1E9T448261E007022 |
IN 3022738 IN PC75358 |
| August 4, 2026 | 7257006500 | FORT WAYNE IN | III | 1 | — | KLINK | Straight Truck |
VOLVO TRUCK |
4V5KC9EH9TN715594 |
IN 3991215 |
| 392.2-SLLLR | State/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation | Misc Violations | ||||||||
| July 30, 2026 | SILKS04826 | MI, MI | II | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL ETNY |
2HSFHAMR1YC052220 1E9T89949LE007035 |
IN 3927853 IN PC73719 |
| 392.2-SLLIRP | State/Local Laws - IRP apportioned tag or registration violation | |||||||||
| July 30, 2026 | RICKE01293 | MI, MI | II | 6 | 1 | — | Truck Tractor |
FREIGHTLINER |
1FUYSXYB6XL948755 |
MI RC50828 |
| 392.2-LCDLR | OOSRestriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction. | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLS3 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 3 | ||||||||
| 395.8F1-HOSM | HOS (Manner) - Driver's record of duty status not current to the time shown for last change of duty status. Date and Time: | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-CSLRR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-CSURR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, upper rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LBL | Lighting - Backup lamp inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| July 27, 2026 | 6791000017 | WARSAW IN | III | 2 | — | KINK TRUCKING INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIONAL EAST MANUFACTURING CORP. |
3HCDZAPR3LL432738 1E1D2S3898RJ42558 |
IN 2109743 IN PE70853 |
| 392.2-SLLLR | State/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation | Misc Violations | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEQP | State/Local Laws - Violation of state and local law - Equipment violation. | |||||||||
| July 21, 2026 | 6162004498 | VALPARAISO IN | III | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT ETNYRE & C |
1XP5DR9X2WD441028 1E9T83783HE007171 |
IN 3571830 IN PE39961 |
| 392.2-SLLLR | State/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation | Misc Violations | ||||||||
| July 6, 2026 | MCCLC03324 | MI, MI | III | 1 | — | SAC | Straight Truck |
VOLVO TRUCK |
4V5KC9EH2HN985726 |
IN 3644424 |
| 392.2-SLLTCD | State/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other | 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 |
|---|---|---|
| HEIDELBERG MATERIALS | 4 | August 5, 2025 |
| COMPASS MINERALS | 3 | December 15, 2025 |
| K-TECH SPECIALTY COATINGS | 3 | October 10, 2025 |
| KTECH | 2 | September 30, 2025 |
| BROOKS CONSTRUCTION | 2 | August 1, 2025 |
| EXXON MOBIL OIL CORP | 2 | June 25, 2025 |
| KINK TRUCKING INC | 1 | July 27, 2026 |
| VERBIO | 1 | June 2, 2026 |
| EXXON MOBIL | 1 | May 14, 2026 |
| KUHLMA CORP. | 1 | October 22, 2025 |
| BEEMSTERBOER | 1 | October 7, 2025 |
| BEEMSTERBOER AGGREGATES | 1 | September 16, 2025 |
12 more shippers named at fewer inspections.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| April 21, 2026 | REINSTATED | Contract Carrier |
| April 17, 2026 | REINSTATED | Common Carrier |
| April 6, 2026 | REVOKED 3 authorities | Contract Carrier |
| April 6, 2026 | REVOKED 3 authorities | Common Carrier |
| January 29, 1990 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
| February 2, 1989 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| January 9, 1989 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| July 14, 1987 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
| October 17, 1986 | GRANTED | Contract Carrier |
| March 26, 1984 | GRANTED | Contract Carrier |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| January 1, 2026 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| March 2, 2026 | COMMON | On Record |
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