Get a freight quote

Approved carriers respond fast.

Approved carriers
Reliable drivers
Fast & easy
Anywhere in the US
Oversized loads
Reefer, flatbed & dry van
Insured cargo
Your info stays private

Freight Carrier · Blue Island, IL

UNIQUE FREIGHT CARRIERS INC

Name: UNIQUE FREIGHT CARRIERS INC
Address: 13156 FRANCISCO AVE STE C, BLUE ISLAND, IL, 60406, US
Telephone: (708) 907-3070

13156 FRANCISCO AVE STE C · Blue Island, IL 60406

AUTHORIZED FOR:

(708) 907-3070 Tap to call

MC #894276
USDOT #2562511 USDOT Active

110
Power Units
105
Drivers
Carrier
Entity Type

About this carrier

UNIQUE FREIGHT CARRIERS INC is a Blue Island, IL freight carrier that is authorized for: in the state of Illinois. This company has 110 truck(s) in their fleet and 105 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-894276 and their USDOT number is 2562511.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 05/13/2026 · last updated Jun 25, 2026.

Carrier Details

Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
MCS-150 Filed 05/13/2026
MCS-150 Mileage 14,833,368 (2025)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification

Authorized for Hire

Carrier Operation

Interstate

Cargo Authorized

General Freight

Safety Record

67 Severe Violations Updated 2 days ago

Out of Service Rates (24 mo)

TypeThis carrierNational avg Vehicle 30% 23.4% Driver 1.7% 6.7% Hazmat — 4.4%

Crashes (24 mo)

1
Fatal
8
Injury
12
Tow
21
Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 4.35 78 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0.3 27 Vehicle Maintenance 4.62 80 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.14 9

Inspection Summary

437
Total
260
Clean
177
With violations

24-month window ending Jun 26, 2026

Violations Cited 128 unique codes

Critical 45

392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit6× SW 10
392.2-SLLCPState/Local Laws - Operate a CMV while using a cellular phone3× SW 10
393.75A3-TAOLTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS19× OOS×19 SW 8
393.75A3-TAOLTISTires - All others, leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS4× OOS×4 SW 8
393.75(a)(3)Tire-flat and/or audible air leak2× OOS×2 SW 8
383.95A-LCDLRestriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction1× OOS×1 SW 8
391.11B5-LNCDLNVELicense - Endorsement - Operate a CMV without proper endorsement1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75(a)Flat tire or fabric exposed1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75(a)(1)Tire-ply or belt material exposed1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75A1-TEPBMTires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area1× SW 8
393.75A3-ATISTires - All others, leaking in tread area with inflation more than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS1× SW 8
395.8E-HOSPDELDTHOS (Property) - Tampering with an ELD so that the device does not accurately record and retain required data. Explain:2× OOS×2 SW 7
393.207F-SDASSuspension - Deflated air suspension2× OOS×2 SW 7
395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain3× OOS×1 SW 7
395.3A2-HOSPDITHOS (Property) - Driver driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time1× OOS×1 SW 7
395.3A3I-HOSPDITHOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time1× OOS×1 SW 7
395.3B2-HOSPDITHOS (Property) - Driving after being on duty more than 70 hours in the previous 8 consecutive days at the time of inspection. Time1× OOS×1 SW 7
395.8E-HOSPDOOSHOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain:1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.100B-CCargo - Cargo not secured to prevent leaking/spilling/blowing/falling from CMV1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207B-AALPME-OOSMore than 25% of the locking pins are missing or not engaged1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207(f)Air suspension pressure loss1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.9A-LTSILighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle.5× OOS×5 SW 6
393.9A-LSLIWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on3× OOS×3 SW 6
393.11A1-LTSMLighting - Turn signal - Any missing on the rearmost vehicle.1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.209(d)Steering system components worn, welded, or missing1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.9(a)Inoperative Brake Lamps1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.9TSInoperative turn signal1× OOS×1 SW 6
395.8A-HOSPVIHOS (Passenger) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed1× OOS×1 SW 5
395.8K2-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have in possession RODS for the previous seven consecutive days and available for inspection while on duty1× OOS×1 SW 5
391.11B2-QDriver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. Driver failed the Interview.4× OOS×3 SW 4
393.45(b)(2)Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking3× OOS×1 SW 4
391.11B2SDriver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) as per FMCSA Enforcement Guidance Memo MC-SEE-2025-0001. Driver failed the Highway Traffic Sign Assessment1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45B2-B-VACBrake - Vacuum hose(s) or line(s) restricted/abraded/chafed through outer cover-to-cord ply crimped/cracked/broken1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1-BALRAir Brake - Fails air loss rate test1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.75I1Operating a CMV while weight carried exceeds tire rating due to under-inflation1× OOS×1 SW 3
396.3A1-FFuel - Dripping leak.1× OOS×1 SW 3
396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories3× OOS×2 SW 2
393.205A-WRBHWheel/Rim - Cracks between stud holes/hand holes1× OOS×1 SW 2
393.205A-WRCCWheel/Rim - Circumferential crack1× OOS×1 SW 2
393.23-LEULighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g., unplugged or loose pigtail)1× OOS×1 SW 2
393.9Inoperable Required Lamp1× OOS×1 SW 2
396.3A1-HCMHubs - Bearing cap, plug or filler plug missing or broken1× OOS×1 SW 2
392.9(a)(1)Failing to secure cargo as specified in 49 CFR 393.100 through 393.1421× OOS×1 SW 1
392.9A2-CCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured1× 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/combination2× OOS×2 SW 0

Unsafe Driving 18

392.2-SLLS3State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit6× SW 7
392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV3× SW 7
392.16Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV1× SW 7
392.16ADDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV.1× SW 7
392.2-SLLTCDState/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other11× SW 5
392.2CFailure to obey traffic control device5× SW 5
392.2-INATDriver- Inattentive or Distracted Driving5× SW 5
392.2-SLLMLState/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane4× SW 5
392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit12× SW 4
392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation13× SW 3
392.2LVLane Restriction violation1× SW 3
392.22A-DDriver - Failed to activate hazard warning signal flashers5× SW 1
392.22(a)Failing to use hazard warning flashers2× SW 1
392.2PKUnlawfully parking and/or leaving vehicle in the roadway2× SW 1
392.2-SLLUPState/Local Laws - Unlawfully parking /leaving vehicle on roadway2× SW 1
392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit1× SW 1
392.2-SLLTCDState/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other1× SW 1
392.60(a)Unauthorized passenger on board CMV1× SW 1

Hours of Service 18

395.11G-HOSDFPSDHOS (Manner) - Driver failed to provide supporting documents to an authorized Federal, State , or local official1× SW 7
395.8E-HOSPCDOOSHOS (Property) - Co-driver produces a false record of duty status with an apparent attempt to conceal hours. Explain1× SW 7
395.20BThe ELDs display screen cannot be viewed outside of the commercial motor vehicle.1× SW 5
395.24(d)ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically1× SW 3
395.24D-ELDPTHOS (ELD) - On request by an authorized safety official, a driver must produce and transfer from an ELD the driver's hours of service records in accordance with the instruction sheet provided by the motor carrier1× SW 3
395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner4× SW 1
395.8(a)HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner2× SW 1
395.22(b)(2)(ii)Motor carrier failed to include required user identification data in ELD account1× SW 1
395.22GPortable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver1× 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
395.22H2-ELDNISDTHOS (ELD) Driver failing to have instruction sheet describing the data transfer mechanisms supported by the ELD and step-by-step instructions for the driver to produce and transfer the driver's hours of service records to an authorized safety official1× SW 1
395.22H4-ELDBRODSHOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have a supply of blank driver's records of duty status graph-grids sufficient to record the driver's duty status and other related information for a minimum of 8 days.1× SW 1
395.24C1IIIDriver failed to add file comment per safety officers request1× SW 1
395.24C2IIDriver failed to manually add the trailer number1× SW 1
395.24C2IIIDriver failed to manually add shipping document number1× SW 1
395.26(b)Motor carrier failed to ensure that the ELD automatically recorded the required data elements.1× SW 1
395.30B1Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD1× SW 1
395.30B1-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information.1× SW 1

Vehicle Maintenance 46

393.9A-LRLILighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative3× SW 6
393.9A-LHWSLighting - Hazard warning signal(s) inoperative2× SW 6
393.11A1-LRLMLighting - Tail lamp - Any missing1× SW 6
393.9A-HLLHLighting - Headlamp(s) fail to operate on low and high beam1× SW 6
393.9A-LSLILighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative.1× SW 6
393.9A-LTSIRLighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit1× SW 6
393.9HInoperable head lamps1× SW 6
393.9TInoperable tail lamp1× SW 6
393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 19985× SW 4
393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt3× SW 4
393.53B-BAir Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear3× SW 4
393.45B2-BAir brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured2× SW 4
393.55D2-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 2001 for towed vehicle.2× SW 4
396.3A1-BALACBrake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber2× SW 4
393.45B2-B-AIRAir Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured1× SW 4
393.45B2PCBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking - Connection to Power Unit1× SW 4
393.45DLUVBrake Connections with Leaks Under Vehicle1× SW 4
393.48(a)Inoperative/defective brakes1× SW 4
393.48A-BIBDDrum Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle1× SW 4
393.55C1-BAir Brake - Truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997, not equipped with an ABS system. System does not function or indicates a fault.1× SW 4
396.17(c)Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection1× SW 4
396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection1× SW 4
396.3A1-ALBVAir Brake - Any leak from a brake valve1× SW 4
396.3A1-OALOther - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system.1× SW 4
393.11No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required1× SW 3
393.11A1-CSLRRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19971× SW 3
393.11LRNo Lower rear retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflective materials as required for vehicles manufactured after December 19931× SW 3
393.11TLTruck-Tractor lower rear mud flaps retroreflective sheeting / reflex reflective material requirements for vehicles manufactured after July 19971× SW 3
393.30-BBattery - Not protected1× SW 3
396.5(b)Oil and/or grease leak1× SW 3
393.95(a)No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher3× SW 2
393.9A-LCLLighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative3× SW 2
393.9A-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative3× SW 2
393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.2× SW 2
393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured2× SW 2
393.9A-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp inoperative2× SW 2
393.9A-LSMLLighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative2× SW 2
393.201(a)Frame cracked / loose / sagging / broken1× SW 2
393.86A1-RIGRear Impact Guards - Trailers and semitrailers manufactured on or after January 26, 1998 inadequate or missing.1× SW 2
393.95A4-EENAEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible or filled1× SW 2
393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper1× SW 2
392.2-SLLMFState/Local Laws - Wheel (mud) flaps missing or defective4× SW 1
393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system.3× SW 1
393.60(c)Windshield - Damaged or Discolored1× SW 1
393.67C7V-FFuel - Missing/improper filler cap1× SW 1
393.78Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers1× SW 1

Driver Fitness 1

391.11(b)(2)Driver cannot read or speak the English language sufficiently to respond to official inquiries2× SW 4

Locations

Physical Address

UNIQUE FREIGHT CARRIERS INC
13156 FRANCISCO AVE STE C
BLUE ISLAND, IL 60406

Mailing Address

Same as physical.

Location on Map

Google Directions Apple Maps Waze OpenStreetMap

Latest from Carrier Atlas Freight Intelligence

Earnings & Financials

Knight-Swift Q2 Beat Doesn't Signal Broker Fraud Risk for Small Fleets

Large carrier's 23% earnings beat and 30% tender rejection rate reflect tight capacity and rising contract rates, not broker payment problems. Small fleets should still verify b…

Jul 30, 2026

General

C.H. Robinson Hit With $604 Million Verdict in First Post-Montgomery Trial

Dallas jury assigns broker 23% fault in fatal 2021 crash, but shared-fault rules could push most of the judgment onto C.H. Robinson as carrier and deceased driver lack collectib…

Jul 30, 2026

TMS & Software Reviews

Repower's TOP platform cuts trailer repositioning costs for carriers

Chattanooga startup automates trailer moves from surplus to deficit markets. Free to sign up, pricing scales with fleet size and move volume.

Jul 30, 2026

Broker Fraud & Vetting

C.H. Robinson Hit With $604M Verdict After Jury Calls Driver 'Borrowed Employee'

Dallas jury found broker 23% liable but vicarious-liability theory could multiply exposure. Verdict follows Supreme Court ruling that killed federal preemption shield.

Jul 30, 2026

Compliance & FMCSA

Senate Bill Targets Chameleon Carriers That Reopen After Violations

Bipartisan SAFE Act would require FMCSA to screen new USDOT applications for ownership, equipment, and insurance ties to shut-down operators.

Jul 29, 2026

Compliance & FMCSA

Georgia Breaks Ground on 41-Mile Truck-Only I-75 Corridor in 2027

GDOT project 0014203 will add two barrier-separated commercial vehicle lanes from Macon to McDonough by 2032. No toll. Trucks over six wheels must use them.

Jul 27, 2026

Getting Authority

FMCSA Revives 17-Year-Old Rule That Would Test New Carriers Before They Haul

The agency targets November 2026 for a supplemental notice on requiring proficiency exams before granting new-entrant authority, not 18 months after.

Jul 27, 2026

Markets & Rates

Tender Lead Times Hit 3.74 Days, Up Six Years Running

Shippers are booking trucks further in advance even when capacity is loose. That's changing how freight moves and who gets it.

Jul 26, 2026

Markets & Rates

Freight Rates Hold Near Record as Capacity Tightens to 43-Month High

ACT Research's June index shows rates at 70.2, down from May's record but still among the strongest in 17 years, while capacity climbs to 55.0 and driver availability stays depr…

Jul 26, 2026

Carrier Business

Rush Enterprises Buys Into MCT Refrigeration Service Network

The joint venture expands Rush's footprint beyond truck dealerships and into reefer trailer service, parts, and rentals.

Jul 25, 2026

Markets & Rates

Why Capacity Won't Flood Back This Time

Litigation, regulation, and insurance costs are blocking the new-carrier surge that ended past rate cycles, says Triumph Financial CEO Aaron Graft.

Jul 25, 2026

Equipment & OEM

YMX yard AI cut grocery fleet by 36%, scaled to nine sites in six months

Autonomous Yard Operating System uses digital twin modeling and computer vision to right-size yard truck fleets. One top-five U.S. grocery distributor dropped from 22 units to 1…

Jul 25, 2026

UNIQUE FREIGHT CARRIERS INC

About this carrier

Carrier Details

Authority & Operations

Cargo Authorized

Operating Territory

Out of Service Rates (24 mo)

Crashes (24 mo)

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

Inspection Summary

Violations Cited 128 unique codes

Critical 45

Unsafe Driving 18

Hours of Service 18

Vehicle Maintenance 46

Driver Fitness 1

Locations

Location on Map

Latest from Carrier Atlas Freight Intelligence

Knight-Swift Q2 Beat Doesn't Signal Broker Fraud Risk for Small Fleets

C.H. Robinson Hit With $604 Million Verdict in First Post-Montgomery Trial

Repower's TOP platform cuts trailer repositioning costs for carriers

C.H. Robinson Hit With $604M Verdict After Jury Calls Driver 'Borrowed Employee'

Senate Bill Targets Chameleon Carriers That Reopen After Violations

Georgia Breaks Ground on 41-Mile Truck-Only I-75 Corridor in 2027

FMCSA Revives 17-Year-Old Rule That Would Test New Carriers Before They Haul

Tender Lead Times Hit 3.74 Days, Up Six Years Running

Freight Rates Hold Near Record as Capacity Tightens to 43-Month High

Rush Enterprises Buys Into MCT Refrigeration Service Network

Why Capacity Won't Flood Back This Time

YMX yard AI cut grocery fleet by 36%, scaled to nine sites in six months