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Freight Carrier · Jonesboro, AR

STAR TRANSPORTATION LLC

Name: STAR TRANSPORTATION LLC
Address: 3201 EAST HIGHLAND DRIVE, JONESBORO, AR, 72401, US
Telephone: (870) 930-6962

3201 EAST HIGHLAND DRIVE · Jonesboro, AR 72401

AUTHORIZED FOR:

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MC #276371
USDOT #564721 USDOT Active

1
Power Unit
1
Driver
Carrier
Entity Type

About this carrier

STAR TRANSPORTATION LLC is a Jonesboro, AR freight carrier that is authorized for: in the state of Arkansas. This company has 1 truck(s) in their fleet and 1 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-276371 and their USDOT number is 564721.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 04/06/2026 · last updated Jun 29, 2026.

Carrier Details

Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
MCS-150 Filed 04/06/2026
MCS-150 Mileage 9,263,600 (2025)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification

Authorized for Hire

Carrier Operation

Interstate

Cargo Authorized

Liquids/Gases

Operating Territory

Map of states where this carrier has roadside inspections

Inspection activity Inspected in 10 states over the past 24 months: AR (54), TX (43), MS (24), TN (23), AL (23), MO (11), KY (9), GA (4), KS (2), OK (2). Home base: Jonesboro, Arkansas.

Safety Record

27 Severe Violations Updated Jul 18, 2026

Crashes (24 mo)

2
Fatal
4
Injury
5
Tow
11
Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 1.52 14 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0.09 6 Vehicle Maintenance 3.18 67 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.13 3

Inspection Summary

195
Total
106
Clean
89
With violations

24-month window ending Jun 26, 2026

Violations Cited 92 unique codes

Critical 22

392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit2× SW 10
392.2-SLLCPState/Local Laws - Operate a CMV while using a cellular phone1× SW 10
393.75A3-TAOLTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS7× OOS×7 SW 8
393.75(a)Flat tire or fabric exposed3× OOS×3 SW 8
393.75(a)(1)Tire-ply or belt material exposed2× OOS×2 SW 8
383.95A-LCDLRestriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction1× OOS×1 SW 8
383.23A2-LCDLEndorsements - (CDL) - Operate a CMV without proper endorsements on operators license1× OOS×1 SW 8
383.23(a)(2)Operating a CMV without a CDL1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth3× SW 8
178.345-8(a)(5)DOT406/407/412 minimum road clearance1× SW 8
393.209(d)Steering system components worn, welded, or missing1× OOS×1 SW 6
177.823A-HMPMCNPHM (Placarding) - Any placard(s) misrepresent(s) the HM/DG being transported. CVSA Inspection Bulletin 2017-03 - Display of GHS Labels on Bulk Packages1× OOS×1 SW 5
393.45B2-BHTDAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply.3× OOS×3 SW 4
396.3A1BBrakes (general) Explain:2× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1BLBrake system pressure loss1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.43A-TPVAir Brake - Inoperable or missing tractor protection valve1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.70B1I-CDFWFMI-MT20Coupling - More than 20% of the fifth wheel fasteners on either side missing/ineffective1× OOS×1 SW 3
177.817(a)No or improper shipping papers (carrier)1× OOS×1 SW 3
392.9Driver may not operate a CMV without proper load securement1× OOS×1 SW 1
392.9A2-CCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured1× OOS×1 SW 1
392.9(a)(2)Failing to secure vehicle equipment1× OOS×1 SW 1
396.3(a)1BOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination1× OOS×1 SW 0

Unsafe Driving 4

392.2-SLLS3State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit2× SW 7
392.2-INATDriver- Inattentive or Distracted Driving1× SW 5
392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit6× SW 4
392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation2× SW 3

Hours of Service 6

395.3(a)(3)(ii)Driving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty, off duty, or sleeper period of at least 30 minutes1× SW 7
395.20BThe ELDs display screen cannot be viewed outside of the commercial motor vehicle.1× SW 5
395.30B1-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information.1× SW 1
395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner1× SW 1
395.8(a)HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner1× SW 1
395.22G-ELDMFVHOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position.1× SW 1

Vehicle Maintenance 51

393.207F-SLASSuspension - Leaking 3 PSI in 5 minutes1× SW 7
393.207(f)Air suspension pressure loss1× SW 7
393.9A-LHLILighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative3× SW 6
393.9A-LBLLighting - Backup lamp inoperative2× SW 6
393.55(e)No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator Lamp for trailer manufactured after 03/01/19987× SW 4
393.45B2-B-AIRAir Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured6× SW 4
393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 19984× SW 4
393.45B2UVBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle4× SW 4
393.55(d)(2)CMV manufactured on/after 3/1/2001 not equipped with ABS malfunction circuit / lamp from towed vehicle in cab4× SW 4
396.17(c)Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection3× SW 4
396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection3× SW 4
393.45B2-BAir brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured2× SW 4
393.45(b)(2)Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking2× SW 4
393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection2× SW 4
393.55C2-BAir Brake - CMV other than truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 not equipped with an antilock brake system. System does not function or indicates a fault.2× SW 4
393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt2× SW 4
393.55(d)(3)No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator for towed vehicles on vehicles manufactured after February 20011× SW 4
396.9D2-FTFFailing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report1× SW 4
393.53(b)CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear1× SW 4
393.48(a)Inoperative/defective brakes1× SW 4
393.48A-BIBDDrum Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle1× SW 4
392.7A-DDriver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories1× SW 4
392.7(a)Driver failing to conduct pre-trip inspection1× SW 4
393.45DLPCBrake Connections with Leaks - Connection to Power Unit1× SW 4
393.47A-BCLMADAir Disc Brake - Cracked/loose/missing lining/pad.1× SW 4
393.47(a)Inadequate brakes for safe stopping - Brake Lining condition1× SW 4
393.45DLUVBrake Connections with Leaks Under Vehicle1× SW 4
393.11B-CSURRConspicuity Systems - Trailers, upper rear retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 19932× SW 3
396.5(b)Oil and/or grease leak1× SW 3
393.11URUpper Rear retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflecting material requirements for vehicles manufactured after December 19931× SW 3
393.70B1I-CDFWFMI-LT20Coupling - 20% or less of the fifth wheel fasteners on either side missing/ineffective1× SW 3
393.70(b)Defective/improper fifth wheel assemblies1× SW 3
393.70Fifth wheel1× SW 3
393.9A-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative7× SW 2
393.9Inoperable Required Lamp5× SW 2
396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories2× SW 2
393.9A-LCLLighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative2× SW 2
393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured2× SW 2
393.95(a)No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher2× SW 2
393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper1× SW 2
393.9A-LSMLLighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative1× SW 2
393.95(a)(1)(i)Emergency Equipment (HM) - No 10 B:C (or more) fire extinguisher for quantities of hazardous materials that requires placarding.1× SW 2
392.22(b)Failure to place or improper placement of warning devices on the road surface1× SW 2
393.203C-CBPCab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened1× SW 2
393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.1× SW 2
396.5B-HLIWHubs - Oil and/or Grease Leaking from hub - inner wheel1× SW 2
396.5B-HWSLIWHubs - Wheel seal leaking - inner wheel1× SW 2
393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system.5× SW 1
393.78Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers5× SW 1
393.60(c)Windshield - Damaged or Discolored1× SW 1
392.2WCWheel (Mud) Flaps missing or defective1× SW 1

Hazardous Materials 8

172.516C6-HMPMCHM (Placarding) - Failure to maintain placard(s) in a condition so that the format, legibility, color, and visibility of the placard will not be substantially reduced due to damage, deterioration, or obscurement by dirt or other matter2× SW 5
172.328(d)Fail to mark manual remote shutoff device with "Emergency Shutoff"1× SW 5
172.602(c)(1)Maintenance/accessibility of Emergency Response information1× SW 3
172.328D-HMMHM (Markings) - Failing to mark a manual remote shut-off device as required1× SW 3
172.600C1-HMERHM (Emergency Response) - No emergency response information immediately available1× SW 3
172.602(b)Form and manner of Emergency Response information1× SW 3
177.817(e)Shipping paper accessibility1× SW 3
397.67HM vehicle routing violation (non RAM)8× SW 1

Driver Fitness 1

383.71HLicense (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required1× SW 1

Locations

Physical Address

STAR TRANSPORTATION LLC
3201 EAST HIGHLAND DRIVE
JONESBORO, AR 72401

Mailing Address

Same as physical.

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STAR TRANSPORTATION LLC

About this carrier

Carrier Details

Authority & Operations

Cargo Authorized

Operating Territory

Crashes (24 mo)

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

Inspection Summary

Violations Cited 92 unique codes

Critical 22

Unsafe Driving 4

Hours of Service 6

Vehicle Maintenance 51

Hazardous Materials 8

Driver Fitness 1

Locations

Location on Map

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Same legal or DBA name 1

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