SMJ FREIGHT LLC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
3972563
MC Number
1484918
Fleet Size
360
Total Drivers
370
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
SMJ FREIGHT LLC is a large interstate motor carrier based in DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois, operating 360 power units with 370 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 5 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 3.9% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 57 crashes on file (1 fatal, 22 with injuries). FMCSA records show 1475 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
1475
Total
69%
Driver %
Crash history
57
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SMJ FREIGHT LLC authorized to operate?
Yes. SMJ FREIGHT LLC (USDOT #3972563) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is SMJ FREIGHT LLC's safety record?
SMJ FREIGHT LLC has 5 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 SMJ FREIGHT LLC operate?
SMJ FREIGHT LLC operates 360 power units with 370 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does SMJ FREIGHT LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. SMJ FREIGHT LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SMJ FREIGHT LLC located?
SMJ FREIGHT LLC is based in DOWNERS GROVE, Illinois at 7333 GRAND AVE UNIT 103, 60516. Phone: (217) 481-8818.
What are SMJ FREIGHT LLC's out-of-service rates?
SMJ FREIGHT LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 3.9%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 27.5% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.