PREMIUM CARGO LLC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
3086830
MC Number
69701
Fleet Size
20
Total Drivers
20
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
PREMIUM CARGO LLC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in ROCKFORD, Illinois, operating 20 power units with 20 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. They have 4 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 121 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
- 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
121
Total
67%
Driver %
Crash history
4
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is PREMIUM CARGO LLC authorized to operate?
Yes. PREMIUM CARGO LLC (USDOT #3086830) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is PREMIUM CARGO LLC's safety record?
PREMIUM CARGO LLC 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 PREMIUM CARGO LLC operate?
PREMIUM CARGO LLC operates 20 power units with 20 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does PREMIUM CARGO LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. PREMIUM CARGO LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is PREMIUM CARGO LLC located?
PREMIUM CARGO LLC is based in ROCKFORD, Illinois at 5758 ELAINE DRIVE UNIT 115, 61108. Phone: (708) 888-5018.
What are PREMIUM CARGO LLC's out-of-service rates?
PREMIUM CARGO LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 5.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 26.7% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.