GRASSHOPPER TRANS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2838429
MC Number
950175
Fleet Size
75
Total Drivers
75
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
GRASSHOPPER TRANS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in CHICAGO, Illinois, operating 75 power units with 75 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 0.8% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 3 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 118 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 10.0% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.4% across 52,488 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
118
Total
69%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Universal Casualty Risk Retention Group, Inc — eff. Aug 1, 2026
Cargo
Not on file
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
3
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is GRASSHOPPER TRANS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for GRASSHOPPER TRANS INC (USDOT #2838429) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is GRASSHOPPER TRANS INC's safety record?
GRASSHOPPER TRANS INC has 118 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 3 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 GRASSHOPPER TRANS INC operate?
GRASSHOPPER TRANS INC operates 75 power units with 75 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does GRASSHOPPER TRANS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. GRASSHOPPER TRANS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is GRASSHOPPER TRANS INC located?
GRASSHOPPER TRANS INC is based in CHICAGO, Illinois at 2605 S INDIANA AVE UNIT 409, 60616. Phone: (312) 724-8400.
What are GRASSHOPPER TRANS INC's out-of-service rates?
GRASSHOPPER TRANS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.8%, 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 32.1%, 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.