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Freight Carrier · Bensalem, PA

SHAX EXPRESS CARGO INC

Name: SHAX EXPRESS CARGO INC
Address: 2962 COLUMBIA DRIVE, BENSALEM, PA, 19020, US
Telephone: (718) 724-3558

2962 COLUMBIA DRIVE · Bensalem, PA 19020

AUTHORIZED FOR:

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MC #107999
USDOT #3156283 USDOT Active

80
Power Units
80
Drivers
Carrier
Entity Type

About this carrier

SHAX EXPRESS CARGO INC is a Bensalem, PA freight carrier that is authorized for: in the state of Pennsylvania. This company has 80 truck(s) in their fleet and 80 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-107999 and their USDOT number is 3156283.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 12/15/2025 · last updated Jun 25, 2026.

Carrier Details

Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
MCS-150 Filed 12/15/2025
MCS-150 Mileage 14,000,000 (2025)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification

Authorized for Hire

Carrier Operation

Interstate

Cargo Authorized

General Freight

Safety Record

59 Severe Violations Updated Jul 17, 2026

Crashes (24 mo)

1
Fatal
3
Injury
12
Tow
16
Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 5.43 64 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0.38 29 Vehicle Maintenance 4.26 73 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.22 15

Inspection Summary

382
Total
228
Clean
154
With violations

24-month window ending Jun 26, 2026

Violations Cited 112 unique codes

Critical 37

392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit8× SW 10
392.2-SLLCPState/Local Laws - Operate a CMV while using a cellular phone1× SW 10
392.2-SLLSWZState/Local Laws - Speeding work/construction zone1× SW 10
392.82DUMTDriver - Using a hand-held mobile telephone1× 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 ATIS5× OOS×5 SW 8
383.23A2-LCDLNLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL2× OOS×2 SW 8
393.75(a)Flat tire or fabric exposed2× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75A2-TAOTLMTires - All others, 75% of the tread width is loose/missing in excess of 12 inches of circumference1× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75(a)(3)Tire-flat and/or audible air leak1× OOS×1 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× OOS×1 SW 8
393.75(c)Tire-other tread depth less than 2/32 of inch measured in a major tread groove2× SW 8
393.75(a)(2)Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation1× SW 8
393.75(b)Tire-front tread depth less than 4/32 of inch on a major tread groove1× SW 8
395.8E-HOSPDOOSHOS (Property) - Driver produces a false record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Explain:2× OOS×2 SW 7
395.8E-HOSPDELDTHOS (Property) - Tampering with an ELD so that the device does not accurately record and retain required data. Explain:1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207F-SDASSuspension - Deflated air suspension1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.9A-LTSILighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle.1× OOS×1 SW 6
393.9B-LRLIWRLighting - Tail lamp - Both lamps on rearmost vehicle inoperative when required to be on1× OOS×1 SW 6
395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed7× OOS×7 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.6× 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 Assessment3× OOS×3 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 secured4× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45B2UVBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle2× OOS×1 SW 4
393.45A-BHTIJAir Brake - 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
393.45D-BAALAir Brake - Audible air leak at other than a proper connection1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1-BALRAir Brake - Fails air loss rate test1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.70B1I-CDSLI-MT25Coupling - Slider latching fasteners - More than 25% ineffective on either side.1× OOS×1 SW 3
396.3A1-DLDSEFDriveline/Driveshaft - Any loose, broken or missing end fitting fastener1× OOS×1 SW 3
396.3A1-DLDSUJBCBDriveline/Driveshaft - Any missing, broken or loose universal joint bearing cap bolt, bearing strap or retainer bolt1× OOS×1 SW 3
396.5B-HWSLHubs - Wheel seal leaking2× OOS×2 SW 2
396.5-HLHubs - Leaking hub2× OOS×2 SW 2
396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories1× OOS×1 SW 2
392.9(a)(2)Failing to secure vehicle equipment1× 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/combination5× OOS×5 SW 0

Unsafe Driving 15

392.2-SLLS3State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit8× SW 7
392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV4× 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, other13× SW 5
392.2-SLLILCState/Local Laws - Improper lane change3× SW 5
392.2-SLLMLState/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane3× SW 5
392.2-INATDriver- Inattentive or Distracted Driving2× SW 5
392.2CFailure to obey traffic control device1× SW 5
392.2-DMOVEDriver - Move over/slow law - Failure to yield right of way to authorized emergency vehicles1× SW 5
392.2-SLLITState/Local Laws - Improper turns1× SW 5
392.2-SLMLState/Local Laws - Failure to maintain lane.1× SW 5
392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit12× SW 4
392.2LVLane Restriction violation4× SW 3
392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation4× SW 3
392.2-SLLUPState/Local Laws - Unlawfully parking /leaving vehicle on roadway4× SW 1
392.22(a)Failing to use hazard warning flashers1× SW 1

Hours of Service 13

395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain3× SW 7
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
395.8(e)False report of drivers record of duty status1× SW 7
395.8F01Drivers record of duty status not current1× 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 carrier2× SW 3
395.24(d)ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically1× SW 3
395.24HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner5× 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
395.22H4Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids1× 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
395.30B1-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information.1× SW 1
395.34CHOS (ELD) - Driver failing to follow the Motor Carrier's and ELD provider's recommendations in resolving the data inconsistency displayed on the ELD.1× SW 1
395.8(a)HOS (Form) - Paper Log/Logging Programs Form and Manner1× SW 1

Vehicle Maintenance 45

393.207F-SLASSuspension - Leaking 3 PSI in 5 minutes1× SW 7
393.9A-LRLILighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative4× SW 6
393.9A-LSLILighting - Stop lamps - Any inoperative.3× SW 6
393.9A-LFTSILighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative2× SW 6
393.11A1-LCHLLighting - Lamps improper color, height, location.1× SW 6
393.9A-LBLLighting - Backup lamp inoperative1× SW 6
393.55E-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 19989× SW 4
393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt8× 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 wear7× SW 4
393.45B2-BAir brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured4× SW 4
393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection4× 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.4× SW 4
393.47A-BCFSBDDrum Brake - Contaminated friction surface2× SW 4
393.48A-BIBDDrum Brake - Inoperative other than a steering axle2× 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
393.45B2PCBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking - Connection to Power Unit1× SW 4
393.45(d)Brake connections with leaks or constrictions1× SW 4
393.47D2-BLTBDDrum Brake - Inadequate lining/pad thickness1× SW 4
393.55(e)No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator Lamp for trailer manufactured after 03/01/19981× 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-BACM-L6Air Brake - Air compressor mounting brackets have missing or loose mounting bolts.1× SW 4
393.11B-CSRIGRRConspicuity Systems - Trailers, rear impact guard retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 19931× SW 3
393.11B-CSURRConspicuity Systems - Trailers, upper rear retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 19931× SW 3
393.11RTRetroreflective material not affixed as required for trailers manufactured after December 19931× SW 3
396.5B-LLubrication - Oil or grease leak1× SW 3
393.205C-WRAWFLMIBWheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken.3× SW 2
393.9A-LCLLighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative3× SW 2
393.95(a)No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher2× SW 2
393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.2× SW 2
393.9A-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp inoperative2× SW 2
392.2SLSNCState/Local Laws - CMV snow chains required1× SW 2
393.203E-CBPCab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding1× SW 2
393.205(c)Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing1× SW 2
393.9Inoperable Required Lamp1× SW 2
393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured1× SW 2
393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper1× SW 2
393.9A-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative1× SW 2
393.9A-LSMLLighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative1× SW 2
392.2-SLLMFState/Local Laws - Wheel (mud) flaps missing or defective2× SW 1
393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system.2× 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 2

391.11(b)(2)Driver cannot read or speak the English language sufficiently to respond to official inquiries1× SW 4
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 required3× SW 1

Locations

Physical Address

SHAX EXPRESS CARGO INC
2962 COLUMBIA DRIVE
BENSALEM, PA 19020

Mailing Address

Same as physical.

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SHAX EXPRESS CARGO INC

About this carrier

Carrier Details

Authority & Operations

Cargo Authorized

Operating Territory

Crashes (24 mo)

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

Inspection Summary

Violations Cited 112 unique codes

Critical 37

Unsafe Driving 15

Hours of Service 13

Vehicle Maintenance 45

Driver Fitness 2

Locations

Location on Map

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