KATANA EXPRESS LLC

AUTHORIZED
782 HANBURY DR, DES PLAINES, IL, 60016|(773) 853-5436

USDOT

3834805

MC Number

1392413

Fleet Size

15

Total Drivers

15

FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 26, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.

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Safety overview

KATANA EXPRESS LLC is a small interstate motor carrier based in DES PLAINES, Illinois, operating 15 power units with 15 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 22.2% runs above the national average of 5.51%. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 9 inspections for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

CarrierOwl 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.

Driver OOS rate22.2%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate0.0%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Illinois is 9.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.3% across 51,775 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

9

Total

82%

Driver %

Driver Inspections9
Vehicle Inspections2
Driver OOS Rate22.2%
Vehicle OOS Rate0.0%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

GEiCO Marine Insurance Company — eff. Nov 2, 2025

$750,000ACTIVE

Cargo

Not on file

Surety Bond

Not on file

Trust Fund

Not on file

Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Jul 22, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.

Crash history

0

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes0

Frequently asked questions

Is KATANA EXPRESS LLC authorized to operate?

CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for KATANA EXPRESS LLC (USDOT #3834805) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.

What is KATANA EXPRESS LLC's safety record?

KATANA EXPRESS LLC has 9 inspections on file and no crashes on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.

How many trucks does KATANA EXPRESS LLC operate?

KATANA EXPRESS LLC operates 15 power units with 15 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does KATANA EXPRESS LLC transport hazardous materials?

No. KATANA EXPRESS LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is KATANA EXPRESS LLC located?

KATANA EXPRESS LLC is based in DES PLAINES, Illinois at 782 HANBURY DR, 60016. Phone: (773) 853-5436.

What are KATANA EXPRESS LLC's out-of-service rates?

KATANA EXPRESS LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 22.2%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.