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50/100
⚠ Caution
OOS rate 40.0% exceeds the national average of 22.26%.
Dkw Express LLC
DOT 3485456 · MC MC1145359 · Darien, IL
Report generated: June 7, 2026 at 12:35 PM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✗Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Dkw Express LLC (DOT 3485456, MC MC1145359) is a Illinois-based interstate carrier headquartered in Darien, IL. As of June 7, 2026 at 12:35 PM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 2 risk signals on this carrier, including: elevated driver out-of-service rate; unsafe driving violation on record. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Caution" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 7, 2026 at 12:35 PM.

Common Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Dkw Express LLC
DOT Number3485456
MC NumberMC1145359
Street8294 SWEETWATER CT
City / StateDarien, IL 60561
Phone6303129821
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age5 yr 9 mo
MCS-150 filed08/04/2025
Company officerPaulius Varkala
Power units2
Total drivers2
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)✓ Active
Contract (for-hire)Not authorized
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Elevated driver out-of-service rate
●Unsafe driving violation on record
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
OOS rate 40.0% vs. national avg 22.26% — above average
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Power Units
2
Fleet
Drivers
2
Total
Inspections
5
On record
Crashes
0
On record
OOS Rate
40.0%
↑ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
5 yr 9 mo
Since 2020
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
5 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Unsafe Driving
5 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Driver Fitness
5 insp (100%)
Controlled Substances
5 insp (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
3 insp (60%)· 3 viol
Inspection History
5 total · OOS rate 40.0%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
9/22/2025ILIII00Pass
1/22/2025INIII00Pass
8/15/2024NYII10OOS
11/7/2025WIII01OOS
6/5/2024MDII00Pass
Crash History
0 total on record

No crash records on file.

Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$1,000,000
Effective
10/9/2022
Location
8294 SWEETWATER CT, Darien, IL, 60561 · Open in Maps →
8294 SWEETWATER CT, DARIEN, IL, 60561Open in Maps →
Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedSep 2020
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dkw Express LLC authorized to operate?

Yes. Dkw Express LLC holds Common operating authority and is currently active.

What is Dkw Express LLC's safety record?

Dkw Express LLC has 5 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 40.0%. Crash history shows 0 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Dkw Express LLC operate?

Dkw Express LLC operates 2 power units with approximately 2 drivers.

Is Dkw Express LLC insured?

Dkw Express LLC has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Dkw Express LLC had any risk indicators?

Dkw Express LLC has a risk score of 50/100 (High Risk) with 2 active risk signals. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Dkw Express LLC?

Dkw Express LLC's DOT number is 3485456 and MC number is MC1145359. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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