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KDN TRANSPORT GROUP LLC

515 W GRANT AVE APT 5 · Charleston, IL 61920

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  • MC #1789724
  • USDOT #4518172 USDOT Active
  • 20
    Power Units
  • 20
    Drivers
  • Carrier
    Entity Type

About this carrier

KDN TRANSPORT GROUP LLC is a Charleston, IL freight carrier that is authorized for: in the state of Illinois. This company has 20 truck(s) in their fleet and 20 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-1789724 and their USDOT number is 4518172.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 04/29/2026 · last updated Jun 23, 2026.

Carrier Details

  • Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
  • MCS-150 Filed 04/29/2026

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification
  • Authorized for Hire
Carrier Operation
  • Interstate

Cargo Authorized

  • Motor Vehicles

Operating Territory

Map of states where this carrier has roadside inspections Missouri — 33 inspections (past 24 months) Ohio — 33 inspections (past 24 months) Tennessee — 22 inspections (past 24 months) Pennsylvania — 21 inspections (past 24 months) Illinois — 17 inspections (past 24 months) Texas — 14 inspections (past 24 months) Texas — 14 inspections (past 24 months) Utah — 12 inspections (past 24 months) Washington — 11 inspections (past 24 months) Washington — 11 inspections (past 24 months) Colorado — 10 inspections (past 24 months) North Carolina — 9 inspections (past 24 months) North Carolina — 9 inspections (past 24 months) Iowa — 9 inspections (past 24 months) Florida — 8 inspections (past 24 months) Florida — 8 inspections (past 24 months) Florida — 8 inspections (past 24 months) Virginia — 8 inspections (past 24 months) Kansas — 8 inspections (past 24 months) New York — 7 inspections (past 24 months) Montana — 7 inspections (past 24 months) California — 7 inspections (past 24 months) California — 7 inspections (past 24 months) California — 7 inspections (past 24 months) California — 7 inspections (past 24 months) California — 7 inspections (past 24 months) Arizona — 7 inspections (past 24 months) Mississippi — 7 inspections (past 24 months) Georgia — 6 inspections (past 24 months) Nevada — 5 inspections (past 24 months) Michigan — 5 inspections (past 24 months) Michigan — 5 inspections (past 24 months) Michigan — 5 inspections (past 24 months) Michigan — 5 inspections (past 24 months) Alabama — 4 inspections (past 24 months) Arkansas — 4 inspections (past 24 months) Kentucky — 3 inspections (past 24 months) South Carolina — 3 inspections (past 24 months) Maryland — 3 inspections (past 24 months) Maryland — 3 inspections (past 24 months) Idaho — 2 inspections (past 24 months) West Virginia — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Oregon — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Oregon — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Maine — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Maine — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Maine — 2 inspections (past 24 months) New Jersey — 2 inspections (past 24 months) South Dakota — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Oklahoma — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Connecticut — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Louisiana — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Wyoming — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Vermont — 1 inspection (past 24 months) New Mexico — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Wisconsin — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Indiana — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Rhode Island — 1 inspection (past 24 months) New Hampshire — 1 inspection (past 24 months)

Inspection activity   Inspected in 43 states over the past 24 months: MO (33), OH (33), TN (22), PA (21), IL (17), TX (14), UT (12), WA (11), CO (10), NC (9), IA (9), FL (8), +31 more. Home base: Charleston, Illinois.

Safety Record

225 Severe Violations Updated Jul 25, 2026

Crashes (24 mo)

  • 0
    Fatal
  • 1
    Injury
  • 2
    Tow
  • 3
    Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 32.55 35 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 2.15 95 Vehicle Maintenance 9.71 160 Drugs / Alcohol 0.06 1 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 2.6 79

Inspection Summary

  • 308
    Total
  • 84
    Clean
  • 224
    With violations

24-month window ending Jun 26, 2026

Violations Cited 209 unique codes

Critical 92

  • 395.13D1-OOSOOOS Order (HOS) - Operating a CMV after violating any roadside out-of-service order regarding hours of service1× OOS×1 SW 10
  • 390.35B-MEDOperating a CMV while possessing a fraudulent medical certificate1× OOS×1 SW 10
  • 392.15Driver Prohibited from Performing Safety Sensitive Functions per 382.501(a) in the Drug and Alcohol Clearinghouse1× OOS×1 SW 10
  • 392.4A-DOSPDrugs/Other Substances - Operate a CMV while in possession.1× OOS×1 SW 10
  • 396.9C2-OOSOOOS Order (Repairs) - Operating a CMV after being declared out-of-service when not having completed all required repairs5× SW 10
  • 392.2-SLLSWZState/Local Laws - Speeding work/construction zone1× SW 10
  • 383.23A2-LCDLNLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL37× OOS×37 SW 8
  • 383.23(a)(2)Operating a CMV without a CDL11× OOS×11 SW 8
  • 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
  • 393.75B-TFTires - Front, less than 2/32 inch tread depth7× OOS×7 SW 8
  • 393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32Tires - Less than 1/32 inch tread depth at 3 locations/2 adjacent tread grooves9× OOS×6 SW 8
  • 391.11B5-LNCDLNVLLicense - Operate a CMV without a valid operators license, issued by one State or jurisdiction6× OOS×6 SW 8
  • 393.75A1-TAORETATires - All others, has more than one ply exposed in the tread area exceeding 2 square inches.4× OOS×4 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 issuance2× OOS×2 SW 8
  • 393.75(a)Flat tire or fabric exposed2× OOS×2 SW 8
  • 393.75(c)Tire-other tread depth less than 2/32 of inch measured in a major tread groove6× OOS×1 SW 8
  • 383.91(a)Operating a cmv with improper CDL group1× OOS×1 SW 8
  • 391.15A-LNCDLNSRWOperating a non-CDL required commercial motor vehicle with driving privileges revoked, suspended, cancelled or otherwise disqualified. (391.15(a))1× OOS×1 SW 8
  • 393.75(a)(1)Tire-ply or belt material exposed1× OOS×1 SW 8
  • 393.75A1-TFBMFTires - Front, belt material/casing ply showing in tread area1× OOS×1 SW 8
  • 393.75C-OOSTire-other tread depth less than 1/32 of inch measured in 2 adjacent major tread grooves 3 separate locations 8 inches apart1× OOS×1 SW 8
  • 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth29× SW 8
  • 393.75A1-TEPBMTires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area5× SW 8
  • 393.75B-TFVTires - Front, less than 4/32 inch tread depth2× SW 8
  • 396.3A1TTires (general)2× SW 8
  • 391.11A-QMCQualifications - Having operated or authorized a person to operate a CMV without being qualified1× SW 8
  • 391.11B3-QQualifications - Operating a CMV without proper training/experience1× SW 8
  • 393.75A2-TAOBB-6Tires - Any tire with observable bumps, bulge or knots1× SW 8
  • 393.75(b)Tire-front tread depth less than 4/32 of inch on a major tread groove1× SW 8
  • 395.8E-HOSPDELDTHOS (Property) - Tampering with an ELD so that the device does not accurately record and retain required data. Explain:9× OOS×9 SW 7
  • 393.128B-CLWVLight Weight Vehicles - Improper securement of automobiles, light trucks, and vans9× OOS×9 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:6× OOS×6 SW 7
  • 395.3A3I-HOSPDITHOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty at the time of inspection. Time4× OOS×4 SW 7
  • 395.8(e)False report of drivers record of duty status4× OOS×3 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. Time3× OOS×3 SW 7
  • 393.100B-CCargo - Cargo not secured to prevent leaking/spilling/blowing/falling from CMV2× OOS×2 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
  • 393.207(a)Axle positioning parts defective/missing1× OOS×1 SW 7
  • 393.207C-SDLSSuspension - Displaced leaf spring that could result in contact with a vehicle component1× OOS×1 SW 7
  • 393.9A-LTSILighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle.4× OOS×4 SW 6
  • 393.9B-LTSOLighting - Turn signal - Any obscured on the rearmost vehicle.4× OOS×4 SW 6
  • 393.11A1-LTSMLighting - Turn signal - Any missing on the rearmost vehicle.2× OOS×2 SW 6
  • 393.11A1-LRLMWRLighting - Tail lamp - Both lamps on rearmost vehicle missing when required to be on.1× OOS×1 SW 6
  • 393.11A1-LSLMWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both missing when required to be on.1× OOS×1 SW 6
  • 393.209D-STBSPSteering - Ball and socket joint has movement greater than 1/8 inch measured with hand pressure1× OOS×1 SW 6
  • 393.9A-LRLIWRLighting - Tail lamp - Both lamps on rearmost vehicle inoperative when required to be on1× OOS×1 SW 6
  • 393.9A-LSLIWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on1× OOS×1 SW 6
  • 393.9B-LSLOWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both obscured when required to be on.1× OOS×1 SW 6
  • 395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed15× OOS×15 SW 5
  • 395.8A-ELDELD - No record of duty status (ELD Required)3× OOS×3 SW 5
  • 395.8K2-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have in possession RODS for the previous seven consecutive days and available for inspection while on duty3× OOS×3 SW 5
  • 383.51A-SOUTDriving a CMV while CDL is suspended for safety-related or unknown reason and outside the state of driver's license issuance1× OOS×1 SW 5
  • 393.43D-BBrake - Missing or inoperable breakaway braking system on a trailer(s) or converter dolly27× OOS×27 SW 4
  • 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.18× OOS×18 SW 4
  • 393.43DBMABrake - Breakaway not attached to the towing vehicle7× OOS×7 SW 4
  • 393.43No/improper breakaway or emergency braking6× OOS×5 SW 4
  • 393.40F-BNPBBrake - Inoperative or missing parking/emergency brake on power unit4× OOS×4 SW 4
  • 393.43(d)No or defective automatic trailer brake3× OOS×3 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 Assessment2× OOS×2 SW 4
  • 396.3A1E-PNCNBBrakes - Electric brakes on trailer inoperative due to electrical cable unplugged2× OOS×2 SW 4
  • 393.48A-BIHEHydraulic/Electric Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle.12× OOS×1 SW 4
  • 393.48(a)Inoperative/defective brakes3× OOS×1 SW 4
  • 393.41No or defective parking brake system on CMV2× OOS×1 SW 4
  • 391.11(b)(2)Driver cannot read or speak the English language sufficiently to respond to official inquiries1× OOS×1 SW 4
  • 393.45A-BHIJHydraulic Improperly joined such as a splice made by sliding the hose ends over a piece of tubing and clamping the hose to the tube1× OOS×1 SW 4
  • 393.45A-BLHFHydraulic Any Observed Leaking Hydraulic Fluid1× OOS×1 SW 4
  • 396.3A1-FFuel - Dripping leak.5× OOS×5 SW 3
  • 393.75G-TAOWTires - All others, weight carried exceeds tire load limit2× OOS×2 SW 3
  • 393.75G-LOADWeight carried exceeds tire load limit1× OOS×1 SW 3
  • 393.75I1Operating a CMV while weight carried exceeds tire rating due to under-inflation1× OOS×1 SW 3
  • 396.3A1-HCMHubs - Bearing cap, plug or filler plug missing or broken6× OOS×6 SW 2
  • 393.201A-FRMCFrame - Cracked/loose/broken frame member affecting support of functional components4× OOS×4 SW 2
  • 393.205C-WRWheel/Rim - Wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken.4× OOS×4 SW 2
  • 396.5B-HWSLHubs - Wheel seal leaking3× OOS×3 SW 2
  • 396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories2× OOS×1 SW 2
  • 396.5B-HWSLOWHubs - Wheel seal leaking - outer wheel2× OOS×1 SW 2
  • 391.11B4-CLHAMedical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial vehicle without corrective lenses or hearing aid as indicated on the driver's medical certificate1× OOS×1 SW 2
  • 393.201A-FRBFCFrame - Cracked siderail bottom flange at least 1 inch long1× OOS×1 SW 2
  • 396.3(a)(1)Hubs - Hub cap missing or broken1× OOS×1 SW 2
  • 396.5B-HLOWHubs - oil and/or Grease Leaking from hub - outer wheel1× OOS×1 SW 2
  • 391.41APCMedical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency when medical certification is required.14× OOS×14 SW 1
  • 392.9A2-CCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured4× OOS×4 SW 1
  • 391.41A-MCPCMedical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial motor vehicle without showing proof of a valid medical certification upon request, but presents proof prior to completion of inspection.2× OOS×2 SW 1
  • 393.87A-FPLRFlag - Required rear flag - no flag on the rear of a projecting load - when load is longer than 4 feet.2× OOS×2 SW 1
  • 395.30B1Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD4× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 393.128No/improper securement of vehicles2× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 391.41(a)Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency. History of either failing to produce a medical certificate or having an expired medical certificate.1× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 391.41(a)(1)Operating a property-carrying vehicle without possessing a valid medical certificate - no previous history1× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 391.43(h)Improper medical examiner's certificate form1× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 392.9(a)(2)Failing to secure vehicle equipment1× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 393.65C-FNSFuel - Tank not secured.1× 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/combination15× OOS×15 SW 0

Hours of Service 29

  • 395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain14× SW 7
  • 395.3A2-HOSPDHOS (Property) - Driving beyond the 14 hour after coming on duty following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time4× SW 7
  • 395.3A1-HOSPDHOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time3× SW 7
  • 395.11GFailing to provide supporting documents in the driver's possession upon request2× SW 7
  • 395.11G-HOSDFPSDHOS (Manner) - Driver failed to provide supporting documents to an authorized Federal, State , or local official2× SW 7
  • 395.8E1-HOSPVICDOOSHOS (Passenger) - Co-driver produces a false record of duty status with an apparent attempt to conceal hours. Explain1× SW 7
  • 395.8E1-HOSPVIDHOS (Passenger) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain1× SW 7
  • 395.20BThe ELDs display screen cannot be viewed outside of the commercial motor vehicle.1× SW 5
  • 395.8F01Drivers record of duty status not current1× SW 5
  • 395.8(f)(1)Driver’s record of duty status not current1× SW 5
  • 395.24(d)ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically1× SW 3
  • 395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner12× 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.9× SW 1
  • 395.30B1-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information.8× SW 1
  • 395.8(a)HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner7× 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.6× SW 1
  • 395.24C2IIIDriver failed to manually add shipping document number6× SW 1
  • 395.22H3-ELDMFHOS (ELD) - In-Vehicle Information - Failing to have an instruction sheet for the driver describing ELD malfunction reporting requirements and recordkeeping procedures during ELD malfunctions4× SW 1
  • 395.24C2III-ELDSDNHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify shipping document number.3× 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
  • 395.22H2-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 official2× SW 1
  • 395.22H3Driver failed to maintain instruction sheet for ELD malfunction reporting requirements2× SW 1
  • 395.22H4Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids2× SW 1
  • 395.24C2II-ELDTNHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify CMV trailer number.2× SW 1
  • 395.8Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner)2× SW 1
  • 395.22GPortable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver1× SW 1
  • 395.22H1Driver failing to maintain ELD user's manual1× SW 1
  • 395.22H2Driver failing to maintain ELD instruction sheet1× SW 1
  • 395.3A3-PROPNDriving beyond 11 hour driving limit in a 14 hour period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation1× SW 1

Unsafe Driving 16

  • 392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV5× SW 7
  • 392.16BOperating a property-carrying commercial motor vehicle while all other occupants are not properly restrained1× SW 7
  • 392.2-SLLS3State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit1× 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, other16× SW 5
  • 392.2CFailure to obey traffic control device3× SW 5
  • 392.2-INATDriver- Inattentive or Distracted Driving2× SW 5
  • 392.2SLIMPTState/Local Laws - General impeding traffic.2× SW 5
  • 392.2-MLFailure to Maintain Lane1× SW 5
  • 392.2-RRTCDRailroad Crossing - Failed to obey a traffic control device or the direction of an enforcement official at a railroad-highway crossing1× SW 5
  • 392.2-SLLFCState/Local Laws - Following too closely1× SW 5
  • 392.2-SLLILCState/Local Laws - Improper lane change1× SW 5
  • 392.2-SLLMLState/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane1× SW 5
  • 392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit1× SW 4
  • 392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation4× SW 3
  • 392.22A-DDriver - Failed to activate hazard warning signal flashers1× SW 1
  • 392.60A-DDriver - Unauthorized passenger(s) on-board a CMV1× SW 1

Vehicle Maintenance 72

  • 393.9A-LSLILighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative.12× SW 6
  • 393.9A-LRLILighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative11× SW 6
  • 393.9A-LTSIRLighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit10× SW 6
  • 393.9A-LHLILighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative5× SW 6
  • 393.11A1-LCHLLighting - Lamps improper color, height, location.3× SW 6

Locations

Physical Address
KDN TRANSPORT GROUP LLC
515 W GRANT AVE APT 5
CHARLESTON, IL 61920
Mailing Address
KDN TRANSPORT GROUP LLC
515 W GRANT AVE APT 5
CHARLESTON, IL 61920-3225

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