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Freight Carrier · Carol Stream, IL

MIDWEST STAR GROUP INC

Name: MIDWEST STAR GROUP INC
Address: 245 E FULLERTON AVE, CAROL STREAM, IL, 60188, US
Telephone: (630) 766-1800

245 E FULLERTON AVE · Carol Stream, IL 60188

AUTHORIZED FOR:

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MC #678234
USDOT #1796052 USDOT Active

120
Power Units
122
Drivers
Carrier
Entity Type

About this carrier

MIDWEST STAR GROUP INC is a Carol Stream, IL freight carrier that is authorized for: in the state of Illinois. This company has 120 truck(s) in their fleet and 122 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-678234 and their USDOT number is 1796052.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 02/04/2025 · last updated Jul 11, 2026.

Carrier Details

Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
MCS-150 Filed 02/04/2025
MCS-150 Mileage 17,521,013 (2024)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification

Authorized for Hire

Carrier Operation

Interstate

Cargo Authorized

General Freight
Commodities Dry Bulk

Safety Record

57 Severe Violations Updated Jul 21, 2026

Crashes (24 mo)

0
Fatal
5
Injury
17
Tow
22
Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 3.82 69 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0.19 28 Vehicle Maintenance 3.8 61 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.2 8

Inspection Summary

372
Total
229
Clean
143
With violations

24-month window ending Jun 26, 2026

Violations Cited 98 unique codes

Critical 26

392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit7× SW 10
392.82DUMTDriver - Using a hand-held mobile telephone2× SW 10
393.75A3-TAOLTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS10× OOS×10 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
391.11(b)(4)Driver operating a CMV without proper endorsements or in violation of restrictions2× OOS×2 SW 8
393.75(a)(3)Tire-flat and/or audible air leak2× OOS×2 SW 8
383.51A-SINDriving a CMV while CDL is suspended for a safety-related or unknown reason and in state of driver's license issuance1× OOS×1 SW 8
383.23A2-LCDLNLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL1× OOS×1 SW 8
383.23A2-LCDLEndorsements - (CDL) - Operate a CMV without proper endorsements on operators license1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75B-TFVTires - Front, less than 4/32 inch tread depth1× SW 8
393.75A1-TEPBMTires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area1× SW 8
393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth1× SW 8
393.207(b)Adjustable axle locking pins missing or not engaged2× 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
393.9A-LSLIWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on3× OOS×3 SW 6
393.9(a)Inoperative Brake Lamps2× OOS×2 SW 6
393.9TInoperable tail lamp2× OOS×1 SW 6
395.8A-ELDELD - No record of duty status (ELD Required)1× 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.3× OOS×2 SW 4
393.45B2-BHTDAir Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply.2× OOS×2 SW 4
393.45B2-B-AIRAir Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured5× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47B-BMBCAD-SAAir Disc Brake - Mismatched brake chamber sizes on a steering axle1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1-BALRAir Brake - Fails air loss rate test1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.70B1IDefective latching fasteners - Fasteners on either side of the vehicle are missing or ineffective1× OOS×1 SW 3
396.5B-HWSLHubs - Wheel seal leaking1× OOS×1 SW 2
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 17

392.2-SLLS3State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit14× SW 7
392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV3× SW 7
392.16ADDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV.1× SW 7
392.16Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV1× 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, other7× SW 5
392.2-INATDriver- Inattentive or Distracted Driving3× SW 5
392.2-SLLMLState/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane2× SW 5
392.2-SLLFCState/Local Laws - Following too closely2× SW 5
392.2TImproper turns1× SW 5
392.2-SLTFCState/Local Laws - Speeding basic rule/speed too fast for conditions1× SW 5
392.2LCImproper lane change1× SW 5
392.2CFailure to obey traffic control device1× SW 5
392.2-SLLFYState/Local Laws - Failed to yield right of way1× SW 5
392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit7× SW 4
392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation16× SW 3
392.2PKUnlawfully parking and/or leaving vehicle in the roadway2× 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

Hours of Service 17

395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain2× SW 7
395.24(d)ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically2× 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 Manner7× 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.5× 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 official3× SW 1
395.8(a)HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner2× SW 1
395.22H1-ELDNUMHOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - No user's manual for the driver describing how to operate the ELD. (May be electronic)2× SW 1
395.24C2IIIDriver failed to manually add shipping document number2× SW 1
395.24C2II-ELDTNHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify CMV trailer number.2× SW 1
395.30B1-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information.2× SW 1
395.22H4Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids2× SW 1
395.24C2IIDriver failed to manually add the trailer number1× SW 1
395.15I9Driver not adequately trained in the operation of the automatic on-board recording device1× SW 1
395.22H2Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet1× SW 1
395.24C2III-ELDSDNHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify shipping document number.1× SW 1
395.30B2-ELDDFC24HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to certify the record immediately after the final required entry has been made or corrected for the 24 hour period.1× SW 1

Vehicle Maintenance 37

393.9TSInoperative turn signal1× SW 6
393.9A-LRLILighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative1× SW 6
393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt10× 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 wear6× SW 4
393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection5× SW 4
393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 19983× 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
393.55(c)(1)Truck Tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 not equipped with an antilock brake system2× SW 4
393.53(b)CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear2× SW 4
393.45B2-BAir brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured1× SW 4
393.48A-BIBDDrum Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle1× SW 4
396.3A1-BALACBrake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber1× SW 4
393.47A-BCFSBDDrum Brake - Contaminated friction surface1× SW 4
393.45DLUVBrake Connections with Leaks Under Vehicle1× SW 4
393.45DCPCBrake Connections with Constrictions - Connection to Power Unit1× SW 4
393.45B2PCBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking - Connection to Power Unit1× SW 4
396.3A1BBrakes (general) Explain:1× SW 4
396.3A1-ALBVAir Brake - Any leak from a brake valve1× SW 4
393.45(b)(2)Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking1× SW 4
393.55(e)No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator Lamp for trailer manufactured after 03/01/19981× SW 4
396.5(b)Oil and/or grease leak2× SW 3
396.5B-LLubrication - Oil or grease leak1× SW 3
393.11A1-CSURRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, upper rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19971× 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
393.9Inoperable Required Lamp5× SW 2
393.95(a)No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher3× SW 2
393.9A-LCLLighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative2× SW 2
393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper2× SW 2
393.11A1-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp missing1× SW 2
396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories1× SW 2
393.9A-LSMLLighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative1× SW 2
393.9A-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative1× SW 2
393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured1× SW 2
393.203E-CBPCab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding1× SW 2
393.60EWindshield - Obstructed2× SW 1
393.60EWSWindshield - Obstructed1× SW 1
392.2-SLLMFState/Local Laws - Wheel (mud) flaps missing or defective1× SW 1

Driver Fitness 1

391.11(b)(2)Driver cannot read or speak the English language sufficiently to respond to official inquiries1× SW 4

Locations

Physical Address

MIDWEST STAR GROUP INC
245 E FULLERTON AVE
CAROL STREAM, IL 60188

Mailing Address

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MIDWEST STAR GROUP INC

About this carrier

Carrier Details

Authority & Operations

Cargo Authorized

Operating Territory

Crashes (24 mo)

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

Inspection Summary

Violations Cited 98 unique codes

Critical 26

Unsafe Driving 17

Hours of Service 17

Vehicle Maintenance 37

Driver Fitness 1

Locations

Location on Map

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