WINDY CITY CARRIERS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1194419
MC Number
476565
Fleet Size
22
Total Drivers
41
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: October 4, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
WINDY CITY CARRIERS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in NILES, Illinois, operating 22 power units with 41 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 3.9% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 4 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 77 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Illinois is 10.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.3% across 53,311 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
77
Total
66%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Sentry Select Insurance Company — eff. Aug 9, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Oct 3, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
4
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is WINDY CITY CARRIERS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for WINDY CITY CARRIERS INC (USDOT #1194419) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is WINDY CITY CARRIERS INC's safety record?
WINDY CITY CARRIERS INC has 77 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 4 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does WINDY CITY CARRIERS INC operate?
WINDY CITY CARRIERS INC operates 22 power units with 41 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does WINDY CITY CARRIERS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. WINDY CITY CARRIERS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is WINDY CITY CARRIERS INC located?
WINDY CITY CARRIERS INC is based in NILES, Illinois at 7400 NORTH WAUKEGAN ROAD, 60714. Phone: (847) 588-1523.
What are WINDY CITY CARRIERS INC's out-of-service rates?
WINDY CITY CARRIERS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 3.9%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 38.5%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.