What is MC number 486848?

MC number 486848 is assigned to K Express Inc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 1248031.

Is K Express Inc Safe? DOT 1248031 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of K Express Inc?

K Express Inc has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of April 16, 2018, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has K Express Inc had?

K Express Inc has recorded 68 total inspections, with 13 out-of-service orders.

Q: Where is K Express Inc located?

K Express Inc is headquartered at 1123 N Ellis St, Bensenville, IL 60106.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

K Express Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 1248031. The company operates from Bensenville, IL and maintains an active operating status with 29 power units and 29 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: April 16, 2018

K Express Inc holds a "Satisfactory" safety rating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This rating indicates that the carrier has been found to comply with federal safety regulations based on the most recent compliance review conducted by FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

68 inspections reflects moderate road activity.

OOS Rate19.12%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 19.1% — approaching the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

8 crashes on record. This is within a common range for active carriers — assess relative to fleet size and inspection volume.

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

Higher = more risk · FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories

5.3

Unsafe Driving

Measures violations related to speeding, reckless driving, and improper lane changes.

0.9

HOS Compliance

Tracks hours-of-service violations, including driving beyond legal limits without rest.

0.1

Driver Fitness

Reflects issues with driver qualifications, licenses, and medical certifications.

0.0

Controlled Substances

Captures drug and alcohol violations, including failed or refused tests.

5.8

Vehicle Maintenance

Reflects brake, tire, lighting, and other equipment-related inspection violations.

Scores above 65 (general freight) or 50 (passenger/hazmat) trigger an FMCSA Alert. Higher scores indicate more safety risk. National median is approximately 20–30 for active carriers.

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Carrier Insight

K Express Inc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Illinois. With 68 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 19.1%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 8 crashes have been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

A Satisfactory rating from the FMCSA indicates that K Express Inc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 29 power units and employs 29 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 1248031?

USDOT number 1248031 is assigned to K Express Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Bensenville, IL.

What is the safety rating of K Express Inc?

K Express Inc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of April 16, 2018.

How many inspections has K Express Inc had?

K Express Inc has recorded 68 total inspections with 13 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 19.12%.

Where is K Express Inc located?

K Express Inc is headquartered at 1123 N Ellis St, Bensenville, IL 60106.

What does "Not Rated" mean?

"Not Rated" means the FMCSA has not conducted a formal compliance review for this carrier. It does not indicate a safety problem — many active carriers operate without a formal rating.

Is zero crashes always a good sign?

Generally yes, but context matters. A carrier with zero crashes and very few inspections may simply have limited road exposure. Always review crash data alongside inspection volume and fleet size.

What is a normal OOS rate?

The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is approximately 21%. Driver OOS averages around 5%. Rates significantly above these thresholds may indicate recurring compliance issues.

How often is FMCSA data updated?

FMCSA publishes updated carrier data monthly. This page reflects the most recent available snapshot, updated on the date shown above.

What is the MC number for K Express Inc?

The MC number for K Express Inc is MC# 486848. The MC number is issued by the FMCSA and authorizes carriers to operate in interstate commerce.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 1248031 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

K Express Inc (DOT# 1248031 · MC# 486848) – FMCSA Carrier Profile