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Carrier Vetting Report
Generated Oct 4, 2026
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MEDTRANS LLC
USDOT 987933 · MC419207 · EIN 20-3201568 · AUTHORIZED FOR Property
2375 WATERVIEW DR, NORTHBROOK, IL, 60062-6157
(800) 633-5463 · RICKY ABELL
55
Moderate risk
Risk factors
1 fatal crash in the last 24 monthsPossible reincarnation pattern — tied to an older inactive carrier
Snapshot
Operating authority
Active
Liability insurance
$1M on file
Safety rating
Not rated
Power units / drivers
2128 / 2348
Inspections / CSA pts (24mo)
1309 / 2986
Crashes (24 mo)
94 · 1 fatal
Authority & insurance
Common
Active
Contract
None
Broker
None
Safety National Casualty Corporation — $1M BIPD · policy CA6675933 · eff 07/01/2021
Federal BMC-91X filing; actual commercial limits (per COI) may be higher.
Roadside inspection performance
Vehicle OOS rate6.7% · nat 22%
Driver OOS rate0.6% · nat 6.7%
CSA breakdown — violations by BASIC
Vehicle Maintenance2162 pts
Unsafe Driving689 pts
Hours-of-Service Compliance193 pts
Other126 pts
Driver Fitness82 pts
Not in SMS4 pts
Top cited violations (by CSA points)
| Code | BASIC | Count | OOS | CSA pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 393.75A3-TAOL | Vehicle Maintenance | 13 | 13 | 280 |
| 392.2-SLLTCD | Unsafe Driving | 22 | 225 | |
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Vehicle Maintenance | 18 | 144 | |
| 393.45D-B | Vehicle Maintenance | 18 | 144 | |
| 392.16-D | Unsafe Driving | 7 | 112 | |
| 393.53B-B | Vehicle Maintenance | 10 | 92 | |
| 392.82DUMT | Unsafe Driving | 5 | 80 | |
| 393.75A3-TAOLTIS | Vehicle Maintenance | 4 | 4 | 70 |
| 395.32B-ELDDFR | Hours-of-Service Compliance | 4 | 55 | |
| 393.9A-LFTSI | Vehicle Maintenance | 4 | 54 |
Most inspected states
CA178
NY119
MD117
NC75
WA49
TX48
NJ47
FL46
Next monthly SMS run — projection
| BASIC | Official (Sep 2026) | Projected | Est. %ile | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 0.15 | 0.15 | ≈10–17% | steady |
| Hours-of-Service Compliance | 0.07 | 0.07 | ≈25–32% | steady |
| Driver Fitness | 0.04 | 0.03 | ≈23–27% | steady |
| Controlled Substances/Alcohol | 0.00 | 0.00 | ≈0–0% | steady |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 1.46 | 1.43 | ≈19–23% | ▼ better |
Latest inspection 2026-09-23 · 17 new since the Sep 2026 run. “Projected” recomputes the SMS formula on today’s record — an estimate, not an official FMCSA figure. “Est. %ile” is a VioCodes estimate of how the carrier ranks against its peers (FMCSA marks the percentile itself “Not Public”), shown as a likely range.
Recommendations — what's driving each score
Following / lane / reckless violations are the leading contributor to Unsafe Driving · low impact
Following / lane / reckless 48% · Seat belt 17% · Phone / texting 17%
• Defensive-driving refresher on following distance and lane discipline
Projected: could improve up to 7 pts in ~12 months if worked down.
Log / ELD device violations are the leading contributor to Hours-of-Service Compliance · low impact
Log / ELD device 49% · Other 22% (1 OOS) · Following / lane / reckless 18%
• Make sure the ELD is registered, working, and drivers know how to log in and certify daily
• Prioritize the out-of-service items — they carry the heaviest weight
Projected: could improve up to 12 pts in ~12 months if worked down.
Driver qualification / CDL / medical violations are the leading contributor to Driver Fitness · low impact
Driver qualification / CDL / medical 100% (6 OOS)
• Run a credential-expiration tracker; keep DQ files complete and the medical card on the driver
• Prioritize the out-of-service items — they carry the heaviest weight
Projected: could improve up to 19 pts in ~12 months if worked down.
Controlled Substances/Alcohol needs attention · low impact
• Review recent inspections with violations in this BASIC and take remedial action with drivers/equipment
Brakes violations are the leading contributor to Vehicle Maintenance · low impact
Brakes 32% (7 OOS) · Lighting / lamps 28% (12 OOS) · Tires 24% (21 OOS)
• Check brake adjustment and listen for air leaks every pre-trip; put brakes on the PM schedule
• Fix air-loss and warning-light faults before dispatch — don’t “drive it in”
Projected: could improve up to 12 pts in ~12 months if worked down.
Generated from the public inspection record. Percentiles/projections are VioCodes estimates, not official FMCSA figures.
90-day safety improvement plan
Last 90 days: 203 inspections, 99 violations, 17 OOS, 144 clean · holding steady.
1. Vehicle Maintenance44 viol · 11 OOS · 44%
393.75A3-TAOL ×6, 393.45B2-B-AIR ×4, 393.45D-B ×3
✓ Gauge/thump every tire on the walk-around, including inner duals
✓ Replace before tread hits the limit and correct low pressure immediately
≈ 157 clean inspections would cut this BASIC ~25% (to 1.095).
2. Other31 viol · 6 OOS · 31%
392.2-SLLSR ×4, 392.2-SLLTL ×4, 392.2-SLLEWG3 ×2
✓ Review these violations with drivers and add the fix to your pre-trip and PM routine
3. Unsafe Driving11 viol · 11%
392.2-SLLTCD ×5, 392.16-D ×2, 392.2-INAT
✓ Walk the lights every pre-trip and carry spare bulbs/fuses
✓ Clean lenses and check the trailer plug for corrosion
≈ 261 clean inspections would cut this BASIC ~25% (to 0.112).
Repeat offenders: 393.75A3-TAOL ×6, 392.2-SLLTCD ×5, 393.45B2-B-AIR ×4, 392.2-SLLSR ×4, 392.2-SLLTL ×4, 395.32B-ELDDFR ×3, 393.45D-B ×3, 393.9A-LSML ×3
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Crash record — 94 in 24 months · 1 fatal
| Date | Location | Fatal | Inj | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/02/2026 | CLIFTON, NJ | ✓ | ||
| 08/15/2026 | Dewitt Twp, MI | ✓ | ||
| 08/04/2026 | CANAAN (TOWNSHIP OF), OH | 1 | ✓ | |
| 07/28/2026 | ANAHEIM, CA | 1 | ✓ | |
| 07/17/2026 | RURAL, LA | ✓ | ||
| 07/15/2026 | CENTER TOWNSHIP, PA | ✓ | ||
| 07/07/2026 | SOUTHFIELD, MI | ✓ | ||
| 06/19/2026 | UNINCORPORATED, GA | 1 | ✓ | |
| 06/09/2026 | RALPHO TOWNSHIP, PA | 2 | ✓ | |
| 05/14/2026 | LEXINGTON, NC | ✓ |
Equipment — 92 vehicles seen in inspections
38 truck36 trailer18 incomplete vehicle
Company profile
Officer
RICKY ABELL
Annual mileage
85.3M mi (2024)
CDL drivers
2348
Registered since
2001-11-01
Operation
Interstate
Connections — 26 carriers
Shares identifiers with 26 carriers (25 via shared VINs).
| Carrier | USDOT | Link | Strength |
|---|---|---|---|
| PENSKE TRUCK LEASING CO LP | 327574 | 4 VINs | strong |
| MEDLINE INDUSTRIES LP MEDTRANS DIVISION | 456408 | officer, email | strong |
⚠ Possible reincarnation: MEDLINE INDUSTRIES LP MEDTRANS DIVISION (USDOT 456408, 1991).
Activity history (recent)
03/02/2026 — MCS-150 update filed
85.3M mi reported (2024)
07/01/2021 — Insurance filed — Safety National Casualty Corporation
Liability (BIPD) — BMC-91X · policy CA6675933
07/01/2021 — Insurance replaced — HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary · policy 83 CSE D 752 02
05/25/2011 — Insurance cancelled — FEDERAL INSURANCE CO.
CARGO · policy 6613501
06/16/2006 — Insurance cancelled — UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy 1380320856
05/22/2006 — COMMON — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
DISCONTINUED REVOCATION (06/21/2006)
05/23/2005 — Insurance replaced — UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary · policy 1380320397
02/25/2002 — MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER — GRANTED
12/17/2001 — Insurance replaced — FAIRFIELD INSURANCE COMPANY
CARGO · policy 661-35-01
11/01/2001 — Registered with FMCSA
PRIVATE PROPERTY;AUTHORIZED FOR HIRE
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