KNIGHTS USA VAN LINES INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: AMERICAN KNIGHTS MOVING
USDOT
1977907
MC Number
940017
Fleet Size
20
Total Drivers
6
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 30, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
KNIGHTS USA VAN LINES INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in HOUSTON, Texas, operating 20 power units with 6 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 10.3% runs above the national average of 6.7%. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 39 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.
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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 Texas is 13.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 184,824 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
39
Total
60%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
CorePointe Insurance Company — eff. Jan 22, 2025
Cargo
SECURITY NATIONAL INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jan 22, 2025
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is KNIGHTS USA VAN LINES INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for KNIGHTS USA VAN LINES INC (USDOT #1977907) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is KNIGHTS USA VAN LINES INC's safety record?
KNIGHTS USA VAN LINES INC has 39 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 1 matching crash. 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 KNIGHTS USA VAN LINES INC operate?
KNIGHTS USA VAN LINES INC operates 20 power units with 6 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does KNIGHTS USA VAN LINES INC transport hazardous materials?
No. KNIGHTS USA VAN LINES INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is KNIGHTS USA VAN LINES INC located?
KNIGHTS USA VAN LINES INC is based in HOUSTON, Texas at 5824 WALTRIP ST, 77087. Phone: (281) 345-2695.
What are KNIGHTS USA VAN LINES INC's out-of-service rates?
KNIGHTS USA VAN LINES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 10.3%, 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 26.9%, 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.