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UNIVERSAL SCRAP METALS INC
Chicago, IL
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FMCSA status: Active registration · no operating authority · DOT 594048
Active
No Safety Rating
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
No Active Authority
Common carrier
Insurance
Not Found
No coverage amount on file
Safety
Not Rated
30.0% OOS · 32 inspections on record
✓ No risk flags found on authority or insurance records
Vetting notes
- Active FMCSA registration, but no active for-hire operating authority on record
- Registered with FMCSA as a private carrier — not registered to haul other companies' freight for hire
- No active insurance filing found on record
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 41.7% — above the 20.7% national average
- 32 FMCSA inspections on record
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
594048
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Private (property)
MCS-150 Filed
August 6, 2024
FMCSA Registration
March 16, 1995
Annual Mileage
989,000 mi (2023)
Contact Information
Address
2500 West Fulton Street, Chicago, IL 60612
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Dennis Klein
Officer 2
Jason Zeid
Cargo Types
Other Cargo
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
32
Driver Inspections
16
Vehicle Inspections
20
Out-of-Service Violations
15
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance66
Unsafe Driving8
Hours of Service1
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate20.0% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (14.5pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate41.7% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (21.0pp higher)
30.0% of 20 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
69th 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
10 of 12 inspections
Unsafe Driving
5 of 21 inspections
Hours of Service
1 of 21 inspections
Driver Fitness
3 of 21 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 21 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 6, 2024 | IL | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| September 6, 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
IL22
IN4
WI2
Fleet & Equipment (32)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~19
of 33 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~13
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
15
Semi-trailer
7
Truck
4
Dry Van
3
Flatbed
2
Container Chassis
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Galb | Semi-trailer | 1G9F127206A157675 | 3 | 1 |
| 2017 Peterbilt 567 | Truck · Class 8 | 1NPCLP0X4HD449012 | 3 | — |
| 2018 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X9JD439907 | 3 | 1 |
| Benlee | Semi-trailer | 1B9A12923SB180199 | 2 | 1 |
| 2012 Kenworth T8 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKDD49X0CJ336828 | 2 | 1 |
| 2012 Kenworth T8 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKDD49X9CJ331367 | 2 | 1 |
| 2017 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X3HD413281 | 2 | — |
| Benlee | Semi-trailer | 1B9A12926SB180200 | 1 | — |
| 2001 Wabash Wabash National Corporation | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532W21L749173 | 1 | — |
| 2002 Wabash Wabash National Corporation | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532W42L787019 | 1 | — |
Show all 32 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kruz | Semi-trailer | 1K9SR2720EK226270 | 1 | — |
| Lufkin Tra | Semi-trailer | 1L01C382531151712 | 1 | 1 |
| 2026 Monon | Container Chassis · 48 ft | 1NNC04827TM285854 | 1 | 1 |
| Monon Trai | Semi-trailer | 1NNZA1820SM257268 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 Peterbilt 567 | Truck · Class 8 | 1NPCLP0X6HD413273 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Strick Commercial Trailer | Flatbed · 53 ft | 1S12GC531JB663988 | 1 | 1 |
| 2022 Galfab | Flatbed · 28 ft | 1W9DS2825NW579006 | 1 | — |
| 2009 Kenworth T6 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKAD08X99J257650 | 1 | 1 |
| 2013 Kenworth T8 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKDD49X9DJ343875 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X0JD439620 | 1 | 1 |
| 2014 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X2ED252675 | 1 | — |
| 2015 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X3FD253593 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X3GD336524 | 1 | 1 |
| 2015 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X5FD253594 | 1 | 1 |
| 2018 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X6JD439847 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X8GD336485 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9XXED232500 | 1 | — |
| 2014 Peterbilt 567 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPCDP9X2ED247545 | 1 | — |
| 2016 Peterbilt 337 | Truck · Class 6 | 2NP2HM6X4GM329402 | 1 | — |
| 1983 Peterbilt 352 | Truck · Class 6 | 2NP2HM6X9DM211972 | 1 | — |
| 1994 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 45 ft | 3H3V452C3RT000527 | 1 | — |
| Monn | Semi-trailer | 9724MONON1966 | 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 (32)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 29, 2026 | 5005400564 | IL-173, IL | II | 5 | 1 | USM | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT BENLEE |
1XPBDP9X9JD439907 1B9A12923SB180199 |
IL P1259286 IL 913027ST |
| 393.75A3 | OOSTire-flat and/or audible air leak | Tires | ||||||||
| 392.2WC | Wheel (Mud) Flaps missing or defective | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| June 18, 2026 | 5002310177 | 94, IL | III | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH WABASH |
1XKDD49X9DJ343875 1JJV532W42L787019 |
IL P1270528 IL 938968ST |
| 392.2LV | Lane Restriction violation | Misc Violations | ||||||||
| June 1, 2026 | 5008680006 | 218 - I-94 NB, IL | III | — | — | UNIVERSAL SCRAP METALS, INC. | Straight Truck |
PETERBILT |
2NP2HM6X4GM329402 |
IL P807965 |
| April 27, 2026 | 5005450521 | I-57, IL | I | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor |
PETERBILT |
1XPBDP9X6JD439847 |
IL P1259285 |
| 393.55C1 | Truck Tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 not equipped with an antilock brake system | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| April 14, 2026 | 5005510468 | 033 - WILLIAMSVILLE - I-55 S/B, IL | I | 11 | 2 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT MONON |
1XPBDP9X3GD336524 1NNC04827TM285854 |
IL P1206126 IL 571189ST |
| 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 | ||||||||
| 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 | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 393.9T | Inoperable tail lamp | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.11 | No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.45DLUV | Brake Connections with Leaks Under Vehicle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.47A | Inadequate brakes for safe stopping - Brake Lining condition | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.53B | CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.79 | Defroster/Defogger - Inoperative or defective | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| February 25, 2026 | 5005440655 | I-94, IL | III | 1 | — | SELF | Straight Truck |
PETERBILT |
1NPCLP0X4HD449012 |
IL P936282 |
| 392.2-SLLEWA1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| January 26, 2026 | 4289900384 | I-94, IL | II | 3 | — | — | Straight Truck |
PETERBILT |
1NPCLP0X4HD449012 |
IL P936282 |
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| December 26, 2025 | 6162003941 | VALPARAISO IN | III | 3 | 1 | SEQUEL WIRE & CABLE | Truck Tractor Intermodal Chassis |
KENWORTH STRICK COMMERCIAL TRAILER |
1XKAD08X99J257650 1S12GC531JB663988 |
IL P1019722 TN T894727 |
| 392.3-F | OOSFatigue - Operating a commercial motor vehicle while impaired, through fatigue. | Jumping OOS/Driving Fatigued | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLML | State/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane | Dangerous Driving | ||||||||
| 390.21TB2-DOT | Operate a CMV without USDOT number displayed. Must be preceded by the letters USDOT | |||||||||
| November 17, 2025 | 4289900345 | I-94, IL | II | 8 | 1 | UNIVERSAL SCRAP METALS INC. | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT GALB |
1XPBDP9X0JD439620 1G9F127206A157675 |
IL P1259287 IL 898608ST |
| 393.75A3 | OOSTire-flat and/or audible air leak | Tires | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA3 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - More than 5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 396.5B | Oil and/or grease leak | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | Clearance Identification Lamps/Other | ||||||||
| 396.17C | Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.45B2 | Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.2RG | State vehicle registration or License Plate violation | |||||||||
| November 5, 2025 | 4289900340 | I-94, IL | II | 3 | — | AIM RECYCLING HAMILTON | Straight Truck |
PETERBILT |
1NPCLP0X4HD449012 |
IL P936282 |
| 392.2-SLLEWA3 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - More than 5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
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 |
|---|---|---|
| USM | 1 | June 29, 2026 |
| SEQUEL WIRE & CABLE | 1 | December 26, 2025 |
| AIM RECYCLING HAMILTON | 1 | November 5, 2025 |
| SUM | 1 | July 15, 2025 |
| AIM RECYCLING | 1 | July 1, 2025 |
| USM RECYLING SOLUTIONS | 1 | December 9, 2024 |
| RECYCLING SOLUTIONS SOLVED | 1 | April 27, 2024 |
| KENALL MANUFACTURING | 1 | April 26, 2024 |
| LAKE CABLE | 1 | November 1, 2023 |
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