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STEELROAD EXPRESS LLC
Spring, TX
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Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
44.4% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 80% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. Drivers were put out of service on 25.0% of 8 driver inspections — higher than 87% of carriers with a comparable number of driver inspections (national average 5.5%). This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 4485350 · MC 1772221
No Safety Rating
Active 10 months
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-1772221 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Highlander Specialty Insurance Company
Safety
Not Rated
44.4% OOS · 10 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
44.4% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 80% of carriers with a comparable number of inspections. Drivers were put out of service on 25.0% of 8 driver inspections — higher than 87% of carriers with a comparable number of driver inspections (national average 5.5%). This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 10 months
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- Driver out-of-service rate 25.0% — above the 5.5% national average
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 50.0% — above the 20.7% national average
- 10 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC1772221
Common Carrier
Insurance on File
HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy DC920001195-00
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
4485350
MC Number
MC-1772221
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
May 14, 2026
FMCSA Registration
October 23, 2025
Authority Granted
December 4, 2025
Annual Mileage
20,000 mi (2026)
Contact Information
Location
Spring, TX
Email
Cargo Types
General Freight
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
10
Driver Inspections
9
Vehicle Inspections
9
Out-of-Service Violations
15
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance22
Unsafe Driving0
Hours of Service19
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate25.0% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (19.5pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate50.0% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (29.3pp higher)
44.4% of 9 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
80th percentile among carriers with 5–9 inspections (lower is better).
CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA roadside inspection records, not an FMCSA score.
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
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
5 of 8 inspections
Unsafe Driving
0 of 9 inspections
Hours of Service
4 of 9 inspections
Driver Fitness
1 of 9 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 9 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
IL2
MO2
AR1
KY1
LA1
OH1
and 1 more state
Fleet & Equipment (13)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~7
of 1 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~6
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Flatbed
6
Pickup
4
Chassis / Incomplete
1
Not Applicable
1
Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 Delco Trailers | Flatbed · 40 ft | 5WWGF4023T6045174 | 3 | 1 |
| 2022 Big Tex | Flatbed · 48 ft | 16V3F4826N6096766 | 2 | 1 |
| 2012 Ford F-250 | Not Applicable · Class 2 | 1FT7W2BT8CEC10997 | 2 | 1 |
| 2022 Ram 2500 | Pickup · Class 2 | 3C6UR5JLXNG157297 | 2 | — |
| 2024 Big Tex | Flatbed · 48 ft | 16V3F4824R6318887 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Dodge Durango | Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV] · Class 2 | 1C4RDHDG4NC210091 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 Ford F-350 | Pickup · Class 3 | 1FT8W3DT3HEC61726 | 1 | 1 |
| 2016 Ram 3500 | Pickup · Class 3 | 3C63R3EL5GG332844 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Ram 3500 | Pickup · Class 3 | 3C63RRNL5LG195725 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Ram 3500 | Chassis / Incomplete · Class 3 | 3C7WRSCL4EG240918 | 1 | 1 |
Show all 13 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 American Pride Trailers | Flatbed · 40 ft | 4A93F4026TH220191 | 1 | — |
| 2026 Norstar Trailers | Flatbed · 40 ft | 50HFG4027T1907999 | 1 | — |
| 2025 Trail Maxx | Flatbed · 40 ft | 7WL3H4023ST001976 | 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 (10)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 7, 2026 | M677000281 | LEVITTOWN PA | I | 2 | 2 | — | Straight Truck Trailer |
FORD TRAIL MAXX |
1FT8W3DT3HEC61726 7WL3H4023ST001976 |
TX XVL7546 TX 262846N |
| 392.4A-DOSP | OOSDrugs/Other Substances - Operate a CMV while in possession. | Drugs | ||||||||
| 395.8E-HOSPDOOS | OOSHOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain: | False Log | ||||||||
| September 13, 2026 | 0469001142 | STEELE MO | I | 1 | — | ALLIED STAINLESS | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
RAM NORSTAR TRAILERS |
3C63RRNL5LG195725 50HFG4027T1907999 |
TX VBX7536 TX 263146N |
| 393.60D | Windshield / Windows - Tinting permits less than 70% of light transmittance | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| September 4, 2026 | 3256000998 | BELMONT OH | II | 2 | 2 | VIMCO | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
FORD BIG TEX |
1FT7W2BT8CEC10997 16V3F4826N6096766 |
TX XVK6573 TX 361918N |
| 391.11B2-Q | OOSDriver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) in accordance with the current corresponding FMCSA enforcement guidance (391. | General Driver Qualification | ||||||||
| 392.9A2-C | OOSCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | General Securement | ||||||||
| August 26, 2026 | 5005120766 | 114 - N I-39 NB WILLOWCREEK R., IL | I | 19 | 7 | IRON FLAG JOBSITE | Straight Truck Trailer |
FORD TRAIL MAXX |
1FT8W3DT3HEC61726 7WL3H4023ST001976 |
TX XVL7546 TX 262846N |
| 395.8E | OOSFalse report of drivers record of duty status | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.3A3-PROP | OOSDriving beyond 11 hour driving limit. (Property Carrying Vehicle) | Hours | ||||||||
| 395.3A2-PROPN | OOSDriving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation | Hours Nominal | ||||||||
| 395.3A3-PROP | OOSDriving beyond 11 hour driving limit. (Property Carrying Vehicle) | Hours | ||||||||
| 396.3A1-MCF | OOSBrakes - Hydraulic Fluid level in Master Cylinder low | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.3A1BOS | 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 | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 393.43 | OOSNo/improper breakaway or emergency braking | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 395.8E | False report of drivers record of duty status | False Log | ||||||||
| 395.3A2-PROP | Driving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle) | Hours | ||||||||
| 395.3A2-PROP | Driving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle) | Hours | ||||||||
| 395.3A3-PROP | Driving beyond 11 hour driving limit. (Property Carrying Vehicle) | Hours | ||||||||
| 395.3A2-PROP | Driving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle) | Hours | ||||||||
| 395.24C2III | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.22H4 | Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids | EOBR Related | ||||||||
| 393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A | Inoperative/defective brakes | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.11 | No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| August 23, 2026 | 5016630043 | I-74 WB, IL | III | — | — | UNITED RENTALS | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
FORD BIG TEX |
1FT7W2BT8CEC10997 16V3F4826N6096766 |
TX XVK6573 TX 361918N |
| July 16, 2026 | I038AE0042 | MEMPHIS TN | I | — | — | MOUNTAIN TARP MIDDLESBORO | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
RAM DELCO TRAILERS |
3C6UR5JLXNG157297 5WWGF4023T6045174 |
TX XWC9553 TX 435905N |
| July 15, 2026 | CV42517306 | WADDY, KY | I | 1 | — | ABBA | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
RAM DELCO TRAILERS |
3C6UR5JLXNG157297 5WWGF4023T6045174 |
TX XWC9553 TX 435905N |
| 392.2-SLLTL | State/Local Laws - Misc. traffic law violation | |||||||||
| July 8, 2026 | 8040001643 | MORRILTON AR | I | 1 | — | WALMART | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
RAM AMERICAN PRIDE TRAILERS |
3C63R3EL5GG332844 4A93F4026TH220191 |
IN 084715D TX 593959N |
| 395.8E-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | False Log | ||||||||
| July 7, 2026 | 0820000048 | ODESSA MO | I | 11 | 1 | OHIO CAT | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
RAM BIG TEX |
3C7WRSCL4EG240918 16V3F4824R6318887 |
TX XKC1286 TX 002312N |
| 396.3A1-BOS | OOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.48A-BIHE | Hydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A-BIHE | Hydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A-BIHE | Hydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A-BIHE | Hydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 387.7A-MC | Carrier - Motor carrier permit/require a driver to operate a CMV without minimum levels of financial responsibility as required in 49 CFR 387.9 | |||||||||
| 393.205C-WRAWFLMIB | Wheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | Wheels Studs Clamps Etc. | ||||||||
| July 6, 2026 | LARVS01201 | DES ALLEMANDS LA | I | 9 | 3 | — | Straight Truck Semi-trailer |
DODGE DELCO TRAILERS |
1C4RDHDG4NC210091 5WWGF4023T6045174 |
TX XWG9553 TX 435905N |
| 395.3A2-HOSPDIT | OOSHOS (Property) - Driver driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time | Hours | ||||||||
| 396.3A1-BOS | OOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 395.3A3I-HOSPDIT | OOSHOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time | Hours | ||||||||
| 393.48A-BIHE | Hydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A-BIHE | Hydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.48A-BIHE | Hydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 390.21TB2-DOT | Operate a CMV without USDOT number displayed. Must be preceded by the letters USDOT | |||||||||
| 393.48A-BIHE | Hydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| ALLIED STAINLESS | 1 | September 13, 2026 |
| VIMCO | 1 | September 4, 2026 |
| IRON FLAG JOBSITE | 1 | August 26, 2026 |
| UNITED RENTALS | 1 | August 23, 2026 |
| MOUNTAIN TARP MIDDLESBORO | 1 | July 16, 2026 |
| ABBA | 1 | July 15, 2026 |
| WALMART | 1 | July 8, 2026 |
| OHIO CAT | 1 | July 7, 2026 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| December 4, 2025 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| December 1, 2025 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
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