CRITICAL EXPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2787078
MC Number
929020
Fleet Size
14
Total Drivers
10
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
CRITICAL EXPRESS INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in LAKE STATION, Indiana, operating 14 power units with 10 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 13.6% runs above the national average of 6.7%. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 22 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 Indiana is 12.5% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.8% across 46,436 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
22
Total
71%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
SPINNAKER INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Oct 18, 2023
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is CRITICAL EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for CRITICAL EXPRESS INC (USDOT #2787078) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is CRITICAL EXPRESS INC's safety record?
CRITICAL EXPRESS INC has 22 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 CRITICAL EXPRESS INC operate?
CRITICAL EXPRESS INC operates 14 power units with 10 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does CRITICAL EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. CRITICAL EXPRESS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is CRITICAL EXPRESS INC located?
CRITICAL EXPRESS INC is based in LAKE STATION, Indiana at 1201 CENTRAL AVE STE 2A, 46405. Phone: (219) 336-9979.
What are CRITICAL EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?
CRITICAL EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 13.6%, 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 11.1%, 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.