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KAUFMAN TRANSPORTATION SERVICE INC
Onarga, IL
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Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
26.9% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 78% 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 461904 · MC 258815
No Safety Rating
Active 22 yrs, 11 mo · first granted 1993
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-258815 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Central Mutual Insurance Company
Safety
Not Rated
26.9% OOS · 35 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Out-of-Service Rate
26.9% of this carrier's roadside inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service — higher than 78% 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 22 yrs, 11 mo since reinstatement on December 2, 2003; first granted January 19, 1993 (33 yrs, 9 mo ago)
- Insurance on file: $1,000,000
- Driver out-of-service rate 10.0% — above the 5.5% national average
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 36.4% — above the 20.7% national average
- 35 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC258815
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $1,000,000 required
Insurance on File
Central Mutual Insurance Company
BI&PD · $1,000,000 · Policy 9608561
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$1,000,000
Surety bond / trust fund · required
Not on file
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
461904
MC Number
MC-258815
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
February 3, 2026
FMCSA Registration
October 28, 1991
Authority First Granted
January 19, 1993
Authority Reinstated
December 2, 2003
Annual Mileage
1,252,347 mi (2025)
Contact Information
Address
1368 East State Rt 49, Onarga, IL 60955
Phone
Email
Website
Owner / Officer
Kale Kaufman
Officer 2
Brittany Trumble
Cargo Types
General FreightFresh ProduceLiquids/GasesIntermodalGrain/FeedDry BulkRefrigerated FoodFarm SuppliesChemicalsMeatOther Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
35
Driver Inspections
24
Vehicle Inspections
17
Out-of-Service Violations
8
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance44
Unsafe Driving8
Hours of Service14
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate10.0% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (4.5pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate36.4% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (15.7pp higher)
26.9% of 26 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
78th 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
9 of 11 inspections
Unsafe Driving
6 of 26 inspections
Hours of Service
5 of 26 inspections
Driver Fitness
2 of 26 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 26 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
0
Injuries
2
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 7, 2026 | IA | — | — | Yes | Rain · Daylight · Wet |
| February 14, 2025 | IL | — | — | Yes | Snow · Daylight · Snow |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
IA10
IL5
IN3
AL1
CO1
KS1
and 9 more states
Fleet & Equipment (33)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~17
of 17 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~16
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
17
Tank
13
Semi-trailer
3
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 43 ft | 1PMKF4322M1108837 | 4 | — |
| 2022 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X3ND788264 | 4 | — |
| 2023 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 43 ft | 3H6KF4327P3119601 | 4 | 3 |
| 1997 Freightliner Long Conv. | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUYSSEB8VP872713 | 3 | 1 |
| 2020 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 43 ft | 1PMKF4327L1104961 | 3 | 1 |
| 2007 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DB9X07D655119 | 3 | 2 |
| 2023 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X0PD892052 | 3 | — |
| 2023 Tremcar TC/DOT 407 | Tank · 43 ft | 2TLVB8M24PB000137 | 3 | — |
| Brenner Ta | Semi-trailer | 1DBAAB237LF206079 | 2 | 1 |
| 2000 Kenworth W900 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWDB9X5YJ856141 | 2 | 1 |
Show all 33 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X3LD675570 | 2 | 1 |
| 2010 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X7AD797740 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 Tremcar TC/DOT 407 | Tank · 43 ft | 2TLVB8M22PB000136 | 2 | — |
| Heil Co. | Semi-trailer | 3H4RA4328F3F50018 | 2 | 1 |
| 2023 Wabash Tanks DOT/TC Specification | Tank | 10BAAB230PF422636 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 Brenner DOT/TC Specification | Tank | 10BAAB237LF206079 | 1 | 1 |
| 2020 Mack Pinnacle | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1PN4GY9LM007044 | 1 | — |
| Hanover | Semi-trailer | 1N9S74229RA044029 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1NPXDP9X6PD815133 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 43 ft | 1PMKF4324M1108838 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 43 ft | 1PMKR4326M1108833 | 1 | — |
| 2017 Ste | Tank · 42 ft | 1S9T74223H0017005 | 1 | — |
| 2017 Ste | Tank · 42 ft | 1S9T74223H0017019 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Kenworth W9 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWD49X5PR241875 | 1 | — |
| 2007 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5D49X27N735690 | 1 | — |
| 2007 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5D49X67D735715 | 1 | — |
| 2000 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DB9X9YN504842 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 Peterbilt 386 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPHD49XXCD154595 | 1 | — |
| 2010 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X3AD105277 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Peterbilt 389 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPXD49X6JD469189 | 1 | — |
| 2000 Western Star 4900E | Tractor · Class 8 | 2WKEDDJHXYK962405 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 43 ft | 3H6KF4320R3121757 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 43 ft | 3H6KF4322R3121758 | 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 (35)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| August 24, 2026 | 0280C01239 | FROSTBURG MD | I | — | — | RUVEON LLC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT TREMCAR |
1XPXD49X0PD892052 2TLVB8M24PB000137 |
IL P1070828 IL 935430ST |
| May 19, 2026 | SPK3051159 | PLEASANT VALLEY NY | III | 1 | — | DC WEYER'S CAVE HOUFF CORP | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER POLAR TANK TRAILER |
1FUYSSEB8VP872713 3H6KF4327P3119601 |
IL P1050298 IL 842624ST |
| 392.2SLTRS | State/Local Laws - Truck routing restriction | Misc Violations | ||||||||
| May 13, 2026 | V262362954 | VICTORY CIR AT MARK, TX | I | — | — | KL5 | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT POLAR TANK TRAILER |
1XPXD49X3ND788264 1PMKF4322M1108837 |
OK 3GQ190 IL 687635 |
| May 12, 2026 | 6162004321 | WANATAH IN | III | 3 | 1 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT HEIL CO., |
1XPBDP9X3LD675570 3H4RA4328F3F50018 |
IL P1225175 IL 1025847ST |
| 383.23A2-LCDLN | OOSLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLS3 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 3 | ||||||||
| 383.71H | License (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required | Medical Certificate | ||||||||
| April 6, 2026 | 4127090843 | 020 - MARION - I-57 S/B, IL | II | 5 | — | FREEDOM TANK SERVICES | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT POLAR TANK TRAILER |
1XPXD49X6JD469189 3H6KF4322R3121758 |
IL P1152603 IL 869482ST |
| 172.602B | Form and manner of Emergency Response information | Documentation - HM | ||||||||
| 172.203C2 | RQ not on shipping paper | Documentation - HM | ||||||||
| 395.22H1 | Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual | EOBR Related | ||||||||
| 396.5B | Oil and/or grease leak | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 393.86A3 | Rear Impact Guard having improper height - trailer manufactured on or after January 26, 1998 | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| March 23, 2026 | 000P16DM6D | 16 - I380 SB MM 53 BRANDON, IA | II | 4 | 1 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER POLAR TANK TRAILER |
1FUYSSEB8VP872713 3H6KF4327P3119601 |
IL P 1050298 IL 842624ST |
| 393.45B2PC | OOSBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking - Connection to Power Unit | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.60D | Windshield / Windows - Tinting permits less than 70% of light transmittance | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 392.2RG | State vehicle registration or License Plate violation | |||||||||
| 393.9T | Inoperable tail lamp | Lighting | ||||||||
| March 5, 2026 | 9007001855 | INDIANAPOLIS IN | III | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT POLAR TANK TRAILER |
1XP5D49X67D735715 1PMKF4327L1104961 |
IL P1038676 IL 647746ST |
| 392.2-SLLLR | State/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation | Misc Violations | ||||||||
| February 19, 2026 | 000P15VBL9 | 15 - I380 NB MM 51 BRANDON, IA | III | 3 | — | BAYER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT TREMCAR |
1XPXD49X0PD892052 2TLVB8M24PB000137 |
IL P1070828 IL 935430ST |
| 390.21TB | Carrier name and/or USDOT Number not displayed as required | |||||||||
| 396.9D2 | Failure to correct defects noted on previous inspection report | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 392.2AU | State Operating Authority violation | |||||||||
| February 6, 2026 | 000P15VBKS | 15 - I380 NB MM 51 BRANDON, IA | III | 4 | — | BAYER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT TREMCAR |
1XPXD49X0PD892052 2TLVB8M24PB000137 |
IL P 1070828 IL 935430ST |
| 390.21TB | Carrier name and/or USDOT Number not displayed as required | |||||||||
| 395.24C2III | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | Other Log/Form & Manner | ||||||||
| 392.2AU | State Operating Authority violation | |||||||||
| 395.8E | False report of drivers record of duty status | False Log | ||||||||
| January 9, 2026 | 000P15VBHC | 15 - I380 NB MM 51 BRANDON, IA | III | 3 | — | CARRIER | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER POLAR TANK TRAILER |
1FUYSSEB8VP872713 1PMKF4327L1104961 |
IL P1050298 IL 647746ST |
| 390.21TB | Carrier name and/or USDOT Number not displayed as required | |||||||||
| 395.8F09 | Driver failed to record main office address for each 24 hour period | |||||||||
| 395.8F04 | Driver failed to record total miles driven for each 24 hour period | |||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| BAYER CROP SCIENCE | 3 | May 16, 2025 |
| BAYER | 2 | February 19, 2026 |
| SYNGENTA CROP PROTECTION LLC | 2 | December 18, 2025 |
| RUVEON LLC | 1 | August 24, 2026 |
| DC WEYER'S CAVE HOUFF CORP | 1 | May 19, 2026 |
| KL5 | 1 | May 13, 2026 |
| FREEDOM TANK SERVICES | 1 | April 6, 2026 |
| AATREX | 1 | July 2, 2025 |
| BP LULING | 1 | June 12, 2025 |
| NEXT GEN | 1 | July 16, 2024 |
| NACHURSALPINE SOLUTIONS | 1 | July 8, 2024 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| August 29, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| August 5, 2024 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| August 22, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| August 5, 2022 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| September 14, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| September 10, 2021 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| September 4, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| August 5, 2019 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| January 6, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Contract |
| December 31, 2015 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| September 1, 2025 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| August 3, 2026 | Operating Authority Involuntary Suspension Notice | Effective September 2, 2026 |
| CONTRACT | On Record | |
| CONTRACT | On Record |
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Truck Process Agents of America, Inc.
4315 53rd St S, Fargo, ND, 58104
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