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ELITE FREIGHTWAYS LLC

8591 BREEN RD · Houston, TX 77064

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  • MC #1087491
  • USDOT #3300200 USDOT Active
  • 170
    Power Units
  • 130
    Drivers
  • Carrier/shipper
    Entity Type

About this carrier

ELITE FREIGHTWAYS LLC is a Houston, TX freight carrier/shipper that is authorized for: in the state of Texas. This company has 170 truck(s) in their fleet and 130 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-1087491 and their USDOT number is 3300200.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 10/16/2025 · last updated Sep 22, 2026.

Carrier Details

  • Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
  • MCS-150 Filed 10/16/2025
  • MCS-150 Mileage 13,000,000 (2024)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification
  • Authorized for Hire
Carrier Operation
  • Interstate

Operating Territory

Map of states where this carrier has roadside inspections Texas — 490 inspections (past 24 months) Texas — 490 inspections (past 24 months) Colorado — 9 inspections (past 24 months) New Mexico — 8 inspections (past 24 months) Oklahoma — 5 inspections (past 24 months) Louisiana — 3 inspections (past 24 months) Nebraska — 2 inspections (past 24 months) Kansas — 1 inspection (past 24 months) North Dakota — 1 inspection (past 24 months) Wyoming — 1 inspection (past 24 months)

Inspection activity   Inspected in 9 states over the past 24 months: TX (490), CO (9), NM (8), OK (5), LA (3), NE (2), KS (1), ND (1), WY (1). Home base: Houston, Texas.

Safety Record

156 Severe Violations Updated 4 days ago

Crashes (24 mo)

  • 0
    Fatal
  • 8
    Injury
  • 12
    Tow
  • 20
    Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 1.88 25 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 1.22 87 Vehicle Maintenance 7.48 333 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.15 11

Inspection Summary

  • 520
    Total
  • 158
    Clean
  • 362
    With violations

24-month window ending Sep 25, 2026

Violations Cited 154 unique codes

Critical 69

  • 392.2-SLLS4State/Local Laws - Speeding 15 or more miles per hour over the speed limit2× SW 10
  • 393.75(a)(3)Tire-flat and/or audible air leak34× OOS×34 SW 8
  • 393.75(a)Flat tire or fabric exposed8× OOS×8 SW 8
  • 383.23(a)(2)Operating a CMV without a CDL4× OOS×4 SW 8
  • 393.75A3-TAOLTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS2× OOS×2 SW 8
  • 396.3(a)(1)Tire in contact with another part of the vehicle2× OOS×2 SW 8
  • 393.75(a)(1)Tire-ply or belt material exposed14× OOS×1 SW 8
  • 393.75(a)(2)Tire-tread and/or sidewall separation2× OOS×1 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
  • 392.2-LCDLRRestriction - (CDL) - Operate a CMV in violation of a restriction.1× OOS×1 SW 8
  • 393.75(c)Tire-other tread depth less than 2/32 of inch measured in a major tread groove31× SW 8
  • 393.75(a)(4)Tire-cut exposing ply and/or belt material2× SW 8
  • 393.75(b)Tire-front tread depth less than 4/32 of inch on a major tread groove1× SW 8
  • 395.8(e)False report of drivers record of duty status21× OOS×6 SW 7
  • 395.3A2-PROPDriving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle)2× OOS×2 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:2× OOS×2 SW 7
  • 395.8(e)(1)PCHOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS3× OOS×1 SW 7
  • 393.207(a)Axle positioning parts defective/missing2× OOS×1 SW 7
  • 393.207(f)Air suspension pressure loss2× OOS×1 SW 7
  • 395.8E1-HOSPVIDOOSHOS (Passenger) - 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
  • 393.207(c)Leaf spring assembly defective/missing1× OOS×1 SW 7
  • 393.9TSInoperative turn signal33× OOS×18 SW 6
  • 393.209(d)Steering system components worn, welded, or missing5× OOS×5 SW 6
  • 393.9(a)Inoperative Brake Lamps2× OOS×2 SW 6
  • 393.11A1-LTSMLighting - Turn signal - Any missing on the rearmost vehicle.1× OOS×1 SW 6
  • 393.9A-LTSILighting - Turn signal - Any inoperative on the rearmost vehicle.1× OOS×1 SW 6
  • 395.8(k)(2)Driver failing to retain previous 7 days records of duty status7× OOS×5 SW 5
  • 395.8A-ELDELD - No record of duty status (ELD Required)5× OOS×5 SW 5
  • 395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed1× OOS×1 SW 5
  • 395.8A-HOSPVIHOS (Passenger) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed1× OOS×1 SW 5
  • 391.15A-NSINDriving a CMV while disqualified. Suspended for non-safety-related reason and in the state of driver's license issuance1× OOS×1 SW 5
  • 396.3A1BLBrake system pressure loss12× OOS×12 SW 4
  • 393.51No or defective brake warning device or pressure gauge8× OOS×6 SW 4
  • 393.45Brake tubing and hose adequacy5× OOS×5 SW 4
  • 396.3A1BBrakes (general) Explain:26× OOS×2 SW 4
  • 393.48(a)Inoperative/defective brakes13× OOS×2 SW 4
  • 393.45B2UVBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking Under Vehicle12× OOS×2 SW 4
  • 393.47(a)Inadequate brakes for safe stopping - Brake Lining condition5× OOS×2 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.2× OOS×2 SW 4
  • 393.47(b)Mis-matched brake chambers on same axle2× OOS×2 SW 4
  • 393.45B2PCBrake Hose or Tubing Chafing and/or Kinking - Connection to Power Unit6× OOS×1 SW 4
  • 393.43(a)No/improper tractor protection valve1× OOS×1 SW 4
  • 393.45DCUVBrake Connections with Constrictions Under Vehicle1× OOS×1 SW 4
  • 393.50(b)Failing to equip vehicle air brake system with adequate reserve capacity or reservoir1× OOS×1 SW 4
  • 396.3(a)(1)Brake - Hole in Spring Brake Housing1× OOS×1 SW 4
  • 393.110(b)Insufficient tiedowns to prevent forward movement for load not blocked by headerboard, bulkhead, or other cargo2× OOS×2 SW 3
  • 393.11No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required14× OOS×1 SW 3
  • 393.102(b)Insufficient means to prevent vertical movement1× OOS×1 SW 3
  • 393.106(c)(2)Cargo without direct contact not prevented from shifting while in transit1× OOS×1 SW 3
  • 396.3A1DSUJUniversal Joint with Loose, Broken, or Missing Component, or Bearing Strap1× OOS×1 SW 3
  • 393.9Inoperable Required Lamp113× OOS×21 SW 2
  • 393.205(a)Wheel/rim cracked or broken5× OOS×4 SW 2
  • 396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories22× OOS×3 SW 2
  • 396.5B-HWSLIWHubs - Wheel seal leaking - inner wheel6× OOS×2 SW 2
  • 393.201(a)Frame cracked / loose / sagging / broken2× OOS×2 SW 2
  • 393.205(c)Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing4× OOS×1 SW 2
  • 396.5B-HLIWHubs - Oil and/or Grease Leaking from hub - inner wheel4× OOS×1 SW 2
  • 391.11(b)(4)Medical (Certificate) - Operating a CDL (passenger or property carrying) vehicle that is non-excepted and the driver has self-certified as excepted interstate or excepted intrastate with the state driver's licensing agency.2× OOS×1 SW 2
  • 393.23PTAll required lamps on towed vehicle inoperative due to no electrical connection1× OOS×1 SW 2
  • 392.9A2-CCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured3× OOS×3 SW 1
  • 392.9Driver may not operate a CMV without proper load securement2× OOS×2 SW 1
  • 392.9(a)(2)Failing to secure vehicle equipment2× OOS×2 SW 1
  • 393.83(g)Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment12× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 395.3A3-PROPNDriving beyond 11 hour driving limit in a 14 hour period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation2× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 395.3A2-PROPNDriving beyond 14 hour duty period (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation1× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 393.100(a)No or improper load securement1× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 393.65(c)Improper securement of fuel tank1× OOS×1 SW 1
  • 393.83(a)Exhaust System - Location of Exhaust - Exhaust system of any commercial motor vehicle located as to allow burning, charring, or damaging the electrical wiring, the fuel supply, or any combustible part of the commercial motor vehicle1× 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/combination18× OOS×18 SW 0

Unsafe Driving 6

  • 392.16Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV7× SW 7
  • 392.2-SLLS3State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit2× SW 7
  • 392.2CFailure to obey traffic control device4× SW 5
  • 392.71(a)Using or equipping a CMV with radar detector1× SW 5
  • 392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit8× SW 4
  • 392.60A-DDriver - Unauthorized passenger(s) on-board a CMV1× SW 1

Hours of Service 18

  • 395.8E-HOSPDHOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain4× 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 Time2× 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 Time2× 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
  • 395.8F01Drivers record of duty status not current23× SW 5
  • 395.32BDriver failed to assume or decline unassigned driving time4× SW 5
  • 395.32B-ELDDFRHOS (ELD) - Driver failed to review any unassigned driving time when prompted by the ELD2× SW 5
  • 395.8K2-HOSRCHOS (Manner) - Driver failed to retain a copy of each record of duty status for the previous 7 consecutive days which shall be in his/her possession and available for inspection while on duty1× SW 5
  • 395.24(d)ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically6× SW 3
  • 395.22H4Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids8× SW 1
  • 395.8Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner)8× SW 1
  • 395.24C2IIIDriver failed to manually add shipping document number2× 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
  • 395.22H3Driver failed to maintain instruction sheet for ELD malfunction reporting requirements1× SW 1
  • 395.24C1IIDriver failed to manually add location description1× SW 1
  • 395.24C2IIDriver failed to manually add the trailer number1× 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 60

  • 393.9HInoperable head lamps19× SW 6
  • 393.19Inoperative/Defective Hazard Warning Lamp12× SW 6
  • 393.9TInoperable tail lamp8× SW 6
  • 393.209(e)Power steering violations7× SW 6
  • 393.24(a)Non-compliance with headlamp requirements1× SW 6
  • 393.24(b)Noncompliant fog/driving lamps1× SW 6
  • 393.9A-LHWSLighting - Hazard warning signal(s) inoperative1× SW 6
  • 393.9B-LTSONRLighting - Turn signal - Any obscured not on the rearmost vehicle.1× SW 6
  • 393.55(e)No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator Lamp for trailer manufactured after 03/01/199861× SW 4
  • 393.53(b)CMV manufactured after 10/19/94 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear40× SW 4
  • 393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt38× SW 4
  • 396.17(c)Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection30× SW 4
  • 393.45DLPCBrake Connections with Leaks - Connection to Power Unit17× SW 4
  • 393.45DLUVBrake Connections with Leaks Under Vehicle15× SW 4
  • 393.55(c)(1)Truck Tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 not equipped with an antilock brake system11× SW 4
  • 393.55(d)(3)No or Defective ABS Malfunction Indicator for towed vehicles on vehicles manufactured after February 200110× SW 4
  • 393.55(c)(2)CMV other than truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 not equipped with an antilock brake system.4× SW 4
  • 393.55(d)(2)CMV manufactured on/after 3/1/2001 not equipped with ABS malfunction circuit / lamp from towed vehicle in cab4× SW 4
  • 393.55(d)(1)CMV not equipped with ABS malfunction circuit or signal (Truck-Tractor mfg on/after 3/1/1997; Straight Truck mfg on/after 3/1/1998)3× SW 4
  • 396.17C-PIOperating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection3× SW 4
  • 393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection1× SW 4
  • 393.45PCBrake Tubing and Hose Adequacy - Connections to Power Unit1× SW 4
  • 393.47(f)Wedge type brake(s) out-of-adjustment1× SW 4
  • 393.50(c)No means to ensure operable check valve1× 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 wear1× SW 4
  • 393.55D2-BAir Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 2001 for towed vehicle.1× SW 4

Driver Fitness 1

Locations

Physical Address
ELITE FREIGHTWAYS LLC
8591 BREEN RD
HOUSTON, TX 77064
Mailing Address
ELITE FREIGHTWAYS LLC
PO BOX 481
DAYTON, TX 77535

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Houston, TX
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