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Freight Carrier · Naperville, IL

FREIGHT UNITED INC

Name: FREIGHT UNITED INC
Address: 1601 BOND ST SUITE 300, NAPERVILLE, IL, 60563, US
Telephone: (331) 262-7401

1601 BOND ST SUITE 300 · Naperville, IL 60563

AUTHORIZED FOR:

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MC #842973
USDOT #2443160 USDOT Active

79
Power Units
102
Drivers
Carrier
Entity Type

About this carrier

FREIGHT UNITED INC is a Naperville, IL freight carrier that is authorized for: in the state of Illinois. This company has 79 truck(s) in their fleet and 102 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-842973 and their USDOT number is 2443160.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 07/06/2026 · last updated Sep 13, 2026.

Carrier Details

Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
MCS-150 Filed 07/06/2026
MCS-150 Mileage 21,600,478 (2026)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification

Authorized for Hire

Carrier Operation

Interstate

Cargo Authorized

General Freight

Safety Record

124 Severe Violations Updated Oct 24, 2026

Crashes (24 mo)

3
Fatal
5
Injury
21
Tow
29
Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 3.83 111 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0.36 42 Vehicle Maintenance 4.52 175 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.21 16

Inspection Summary

660
Total
370
Clean
290
With violations

24-month window ending Sep 25, 2026

Violations Cited 173 unique codes

Critical 55

392.3-FFatigue - Operating a commercial motor vehicle while impaired, through fatigue.1× OOS×1 SW 10
392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit11× SW 10
392.2-SLLCPState/Local Laws - Operate a CMV while using a cellular phone2× SW 10
392.82DUMTDriver - Using a hand-held mobile telephone2× SW 10
392.2-SLLSWZState/Local Laws - Speeding work/construction zone1× SW 10
392.82(a)1Using a hand-held mobile telephone while operating a CMV1× SW 10
393.75A3-TAOLTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS29× OOS×29 SW 8
393.75(a)(3)Tire-flat and/or audible air leak9× OOS×9 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 ATIS7× OOS×7 SW 8
393.75(a)Flat tire or fabric exposed3× OOS×3 SW 8
383.95A-LCDLRestriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction3× OOS×3 SW 8
393.75A1-TAOBETATires - All others, more than one ply is exposed in the sidewall and the area exceeds 2 square inches.1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75A1-TBSPTires - All others - Has damaged plies evident in the sidewall up to 2 square inches1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75A2-TAOBBTires - All others, bump or bulge related to tread or sidewall separation1× OOS×1 SW 8
383.23(a)(2)Operating a CMV without a CDL1× OOS×1 SW 8
383.23A2-LCDLEndorsements - (CDL) - Operate a CMV without proper endorsements on operators license1× OOS×1 SW 8
383.23A2-LCDLNLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL1× OOS×1 SW 8
383.95LCDLRestriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction.1× OOS×1 SW 8
391.11(b)(4)Driver operating a CMV without proper endorsements or in violation of restrictions1× OOS×1 SW 8
391.11B5-LNCDLNVELicense - Endorsement - Operate a CMV without proper endorsement1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth4× SW 8
393.75A1-TEPBMTires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area1× SW 8
383.23A2-LCDLNPLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV while not in possession of a CDL on person1× SW 8
395.8E-HOSPDELDTHOS (Property) - Tampering with an ELD so that the device does not accurately record and retain required data. Explain:3× OOS×3 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:3× OOS×3 SW 7
395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain7× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207A-STBWSuspension - Suspension connecting rod or tracking component assembly missing the rubber bushing or the rubber bushing is worn to the extent that the component can be moved by hand along the axis of the component1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207B-AALPME-OOSMore than 25% of the locking pins are missing or not engaged1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.9A-LTSILighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle.7× OOS×6 SW 6
393.9A-LSLIWRLighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on5× OOS×5 SW 6
393.9TSInoperative turn signal4× OOS×3 SW 6
393.9HInoperable head lamps6× 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
395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed4× OOS×4 SW 5
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
177.823A-HMPMCNP50%HM (Placarding) - 50% or more of the required placards for a category of material (hazard class or division) are missing. 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.5× OOS×5 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.4× OOS×4 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
393.45B2-B-AIRAir Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured9× OOS×1 SW 4
393.43A-TPVAir Brake - Inoperable or missing tractor protection valve1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45Brake tubing and hose adequacy1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45(b)(2)Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking1× 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
393.45D-BAALAir Brake - Audible air leak at other than a proper connection1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47A-BCLMAD-SAAir Disc Brake - Cracked/loose/missing lining/pad on a steering axle1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47A-BDRFBrake - Drum or rotor (disc) missing or in danger of falling away1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47A-BRCBrake - Rotor (disc) with a crack in length of more than 75% of the friction surface or thru the rotor1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.47D1-BRMMCAD-SAAir Disc Brake - Rotor (disc) metal to metal contact on a steering axle1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1-BARSAir Brake - Air reservoir separated from its original attachment points or moving more than 1 inch1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1BLBrake system pressure loss1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.70B1I-CDFWFMI-MT20Coupling - More than 20% of the fifth wheel fasteners on either side missing/ineffective2× OOS×2 SW 3
396.5B-HWSLHubs - Wheel seal leaking7× OOS×7 SW 2
396.5-HLHubs - Leaking hub2× OOS×2 SW 2
396.3(a)1BOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination4× OOS×4 SW 0

Unsafe Driving 22

392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV8× SW 7
392.2-SLLS3State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit7× 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, other17× SW 5
392.2CFailure to obey traffic control device8× SW 5
392.2-SLLMLState/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane6× SW 5
392.2LCImproper lane change1× SW 5
392.2-MLFailure to Maintain Lane1× SW 5
392.2SLIMPTState/Local Laws - General impeding traffic.1× SW 5
392.2-SLLFCState/Local Laws - Following too closely1× SW 5
392.2-SLLFYState/Local Laws - Failed to yield right of way1× SW 5
392.2-SLLITState/Local Laws - Improper turns1× 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 violation2× SW 3
392.22A-DDriver - Failed to activate hazard warning signal flashers8× SW 1
392.2-SLLUPState/Local Laws - Unlawfully parking /leaving vehicle on roadway7× SW 1
392.60A-DDriver - Unauthorized passenger(s) on-board a CMV2× SW 1
392.22(a)Failing to use hazard warning flashers1× SW 1
392.2PKUnlawfully parking and/or leaving vehicle in the roadway1× SW 1
392.2-SLLITState/Local Laws - Improper turns1× SW 1
392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit1× SW 1

Hours of Service 16

395.8(e)False report of drivers record of duty status2× SW 7
395.8E-HOSPCDOOSHOS (Property) - Co-driver produces a false record of duty status with an apparent attempt to conceal hours. Explain2× SW 7
395.11G-HOSDFPSDHOS (Manner) - Driver failed to provide supporting documents to an authorized Federal, State , or local official1× 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 Time1× SW 7
395.3B2-HOSPDHOS (Property) - Driving after being on duty more than 70 hours in the previous 8 consecutive days. Date and Time1× SW 7
395.8F01Drivers record of duty status not current1× SW 5
395.8F1-HOSMHOS (Manner) - Driver's record of duty status not current to the time shown for last change of duty status. Date and Time:1× SW 5
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 carrier3× SW 3
395.24(d)ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically2× SW 3
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.9× SW 1
395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner8× SW 1
395.30B1-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information.3× SW 1
395.22H4Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids2× SW 1
395.22GPortable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver1× 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
395.30B2-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 80

393.207A-SAPPCBLMSuspension - Axle positioning part cracked/broken/loose/missing.2× SW 7
393.9A-LFTSILighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative6× SW 6
393.9A-LSLILighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative.4× SW 6
393.11A1-LCHLLighting - Lamps improper color, height, location.3× SW 6
393.209E-SPSLASteering - Power steering leaking anywhere.2× SW 6
393.9A-HLLHLighting - Headlamp(s) fail to operate on low and high beam2× SW 6
393.9A-LTSIRLighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit2× SW 6
393.11A1-LSLMLighting - Stop lamps - Any missing.1× SW 6
393.19Inoperative/Defective Hazard Warning Lamp1× SW 6
393.9A-LBLLighting - Backup lamp inoperative1× SW 6
393.9A-LHLILighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative1× SW 6
393.9A-LHWSLighting - Hazard warning signal(s) inoperative1× SW 6
393.9A-LRLILighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative1× SW 6
393.9TInoperable tail lamp1× SW 6
393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 199817× SW 4
393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt12× 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 wear10× SW 4
393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection7× SW 4
393.48(a)Inoperative/defective brakes4× SW 4
396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection4× SW 4
393.48A-BIBDDrum Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle3× SW 4
393.55D2-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 2001 for towed vehicle.3× SW 4
393.55(e)No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator Lamp for trailer manufactured after 03/01/19983× SW 4
396.3A1-ALBVAir Brake - Any leak from a brake valve3× SW 4
396.3A1-BALACBrake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber3× SW 4
393.45B2UVBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle2× SW 4
393.48A-BMBCBDDrum Brake - Missing/broken component(s)2× SW 4
396.17(c)Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection2× SW 4
392.7A-DDriver - Failed to conduct pre-trip inspection or make use of required parts and accessories1× SW 4
393.41-BNPB-SPRBrake - Inoperative or missing power unit spring brake1× SW 4
393.43D-BIPBSBrake - Inoperative or missing trailer Spring Brake1× SW 4
393.45B2PCBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking - Connection to Power Unit1× SW 4
393.45D-BHCRAir Brake - Crimped or restricted1× SW 4
393.47(a)Inadequate brakes for safe stopping - Brake Lining condition1× SW 4
393.47A-BCLMBDDrum Brake - Cracked/loose/missing lining/pad1× SW 4
393.47A-BCLMBD-SADrum Brake - Cracked/loose/missing lining/pad on a steering axle1× SW 4
393.47A-LJNBrakes - Loose/Missing Jam Nut1× SW 4
393.48A-BIADAir Disc Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle1× SW 4
393.48A-BLMACBDDrum Brake - Loose chamber/spider/camshaft support bracket1× 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
393.55C2-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.1× SW 4
393.55D1-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 and each single unit CMV on or after 1998.1× SW 4
396.3A1BBrakes (general) Explain:1× SW 4
396.9(d)(2)Failure to correct defects noted on previous inspection report1× SW 4
393.11A1-CSLRRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19973× SW 3
393.11A1-CSURRConspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, upper rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 19973× SW 3
393.11B-CSURRConspicuity Systems - Trailers, upper rear retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 19932× SW 3
393.11TLTruck-Tractor lower rear mud flaps retroreflective sheeting / reflex reflective material requirements for vehicles manufactured after July 19972× SW 3
396.5B-LLubrication - Oil or grease leak2× SW 3
393.11No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required1× SW 3
393.11A1-LRRLighting - Reflex reflector(s) missing or improper1× SW 3
393.11B-CSLRRConspicuity Systems - Trailers, lower rear retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 19931× SW 3
396.3A1-AASGMD-L6Any of the slider-guide/hold-down brackets are missing or disengaged.1× SW 3
393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured9× SW 2
393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper6× SW 2
393.95(a)No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher4× SW 2
393.9A-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative4× SW 2
393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.3× SW 2
393.95A4-EENAEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - not readily accessible or filled3× SW 2
393.9A-LCLLighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative3× SW 2
396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories3× SW 2
393.11A1-LCLLighting - Clearance lamp(s) missing2× SW 2
392.8-DDriver - Failed to inspect /use emergency equipment1× SW 2
393.201A-FRCLSFrame - Cracked/loose/sagging/broken frame or chassis1× SW 2
393.203C-CBPCab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened1× SW 2
393.205C-WRAWFLMIBWheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken.1× SW 2
393.9Inoperable Required Lamp1× SW 2
393.95A3Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no visual indicator1× SW 2
393.9A-LSMLLighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative1× SW 2
393.9B-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp obscured1× SW 2
396.5B-HLIWHubs - Oil and/or Grease Leaking from hub - inner wheel1× SW 2
392.2-SLLMFState/Local Laws - Wheel (mud) flaps missing or defective5× SW 1
393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system.4× SW 1
393.67C7V-FFuel - Missing/improper filler cap3× SW 1
393.60(d)Windshield / Windows - Tinting permits less than 70% of light transmittance2× SW 1
393.60EWindshield - Obstructed2× SW 1
393.78Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers2× SW 1
392.2WCWheel (Mud) Flaps missing or defective1× SW 1
393.3-SVExternal sun visor obstructs the drivers view1× SW 1
393.60EWSWindshield - Obstructed1× SW 1

Locations

Physical Address

FREIGHT UNITED INC
1601 BOND ST SUITE 300
NAPERVILLE, IL 60563

Mailing Address

FREIGHT UNITED INC
3232 THUNDERBIRD CT E
AURORA, IL 60503

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About this carrier

Carrier Details

Authority & Operations

Cargo Authorized

Operating Territory

Crashes (24 mo)

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

Inspection Summary

Violations Cited 173 unique codes

Critical 55

Unsafe Driving 22

Hours of Service 16

Vehicle Maintenance 80

Locations

Location on Map

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