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Carrier profile · USDOT 4001718 · MC-1504173 ·
Nighthawk Express LLC
DBA CHORDEILINAE
10 power unitsavg 7.2 yrRegional · 5 statesKENT, OH88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-1504173 ACTIVE
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
10Power units
5 observed · MCS-150
5Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
7.2Avg age (yr)
2000–2026 · vPIC
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Clear to load
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Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
7.2 yr
Model years 2000–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
3 yr unchanged
Same registration since 2022 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
3 other inspections in border states, with no named crossing match.
A named inspection location does not confirm a border transit or operating authority. Counts cover retained inspection records.
Verification summary
NIGHTHAWK EXPRESS LLC (USDOT 4001718) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record. FMCSA profile data as of Aug 16, 2026.
The carrier holds active common for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I. FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $750,000 limit in force from GEICO MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY effective Jul 1, 2025 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Aug 16, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 50.0% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier received 6 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 4 vehicle-level and 6 driver-level — across 5 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier has 0 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 0 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
It reports 10 power units and 10 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Jun 29, 2026. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has no FMCSA-assigned safety rating in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is NIGHTHAWK EXPRESS LLC's USDOT number?
NIGHTHAWK EXPRESS LLC's USDOT number is 4001718, and its motor carrier number is MC-1504173.
Is NIGHTHAWK EXPRESS LLC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026. NIGHTHAWK EXPRESS LLC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is NIGHTHAWK EXPRESS LLC's safety record?
NIGHTHAWK EXPRESS LLC has a 50.0% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 6 roadside inspections, with 0 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and is not currently rated by FMCSA. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is NIGHTHAWK EXPRESS LLC's fleet?
NIGHTHAWK EXPRESS LLC operates 10 power units and 10 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is NIGHTHAWK EXPRESS LLC based?
NIGHTHAWK EXPRESS LLC is based in KENT, OH, with roadside inspections recorded across 5 states.
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