NIGHT LINE EXPRESS INCORPORATED
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2980603
MC Number
14019
Fleet Size
16
Total Drivers
16
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
NIGHT LINE EXPRESS INCORPORATED is a small interstate motor carrier based in OAK FOREST, Illinois, operating 16 power units with 16 drivers. 2 of their 5 BASIC scores sit above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. Their driver out-of-service rate of 2.7% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 6 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 74 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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 9.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.0% across 49,579 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
74
Total
64%
Driver %
Crash history
6
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is NIGHT LINE EXPRESS INCORPORATED authorized to operate?
Yes. NIGHT LINE EXPRESS INCORPORATED (USDOT #2980603) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is NIGHT LINE EXPRESS INCORPORATED's safety record?
NIGHT LINE EXPRESS INCORPORATED has 2 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does NIGHT LINE EXPRESS INCORPORATED operate?
NIGHT LINE EXPRESS INCORPORATED operates 16 power units with 16 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does NIGHT LINE EXPRESS INCORPORATED transport hazardous materials?
Yes. NIGHT LINE EXPRESS INCORPORATED is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is NIGHT LINE EXPRESS INCORPORATED located?
NIGHT LINE EXPRESS INCORPORATED is based in OAK FOREST, Illinois at 14544 CLUB CIRCLE DRIVE, 60452. Phone: (773) 304-4131.
What are NIGHT LINE EXPRESS INCORPORATED's out-of-service rates?
NIGHT LINE EXPRESS INCORPORATED's driver out-of-service rate is 2.7%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 28.6% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.