KNIGHT EXPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
3454603
MC Number
1125702
Fleet Size
16
Total Drivers
16
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: September 6, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
KNIGHT EXPRESS INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in POSEN, Illinois, operating 16 power units with 16 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 10.0% runs above the national average of 6.7%. They have 4 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 20 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
20
Total
59%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
MANUFACTURERS ALLIANCE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. May 12, 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
4
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is KNIGHT EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for KNIGHT EXPRESS INC (USDOT #3454603) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is KNIGHT EXPRESS INC's safety record?
KNIGHT EXPRESS INC has 20 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 4 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 KNIGHT EXPRESS INC operate?
KNIGHT EXPRESS INC operates 16 power units with 16 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does KNIGHT EXPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. KNIGHT EXPRESS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is KNIGHT EXPRESS INC located?
KNIGHT EXPRESS INC is based in POSEN, Illinois at 14532 S CAMPBELL AVE, 60469. Phone: (708) 910-4503.
What are KNIGHT EXPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?
KNIGHT EXPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 10.0%, 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 42.9%, 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.