GUARDIAN EXPRESS INC

AUTHORIZED
1333 S SCHOOLHOUSE RD STE #303, NEW LENOX, IL, 60451|(630) 332-2241

USDOT

3035367

MC Number

41696

Fleet Size

70

Total Drivers

70

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Safety overview

GUARDIAN EXPRESS INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in NEW LENOX, Illinois, operating 70 power units with 70 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 2.2% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 5 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 225 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
93%
HOS / Fatigue
86%
👤Driver Fitness
88%
Controlled Substances
31%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
77%

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.

Driver OOS rate2.2%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate19.7%
National average20.7%

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
No
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

225

Total

66%

Driver %

Driver Inspections225
Vehicle Inspections117
Driver OOS Rate2.2%
Vehicle OOS Rate19.7%

Crash history

5

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes2
Tow Crashes5

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Frequently asked questions

Is GUARDIAN EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?

Yes. GUARDIAN EXPRESS INC (USDOT #3035367) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is GUARDIAN EXPRESS INC's safety record?

GUARDIAN EXPRESS INC has 4 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 GUARDIAN EXPRESS INC operate?

GUARDIAN EXPRESS INC operates 70 power units with 70 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does GUARDIAN EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?

No. GUARDIAN EXPRESS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is GUARDIAN EXPRESS INC located?

GUARDIAN EXPRESS INC is based in NEW LENOX, Illinois at 1333 S SCHOOLHOUSE RD STE #303, 60451. Phone: (630) 332-2241.

What are GUARDIAN EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?

GUARDIAN EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 2.2%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 19.7% (national average: 20.72%).