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100/100
⚠ Caution
OOS rate 27.3% exceeds the national average of 22.26%.
Gaines Express LLC
DOT 2155076 · MC MC749207 · Hickory, NC
Report generated: June 10, 2026 at 3:03 AM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✗Safety record clean?
✗No fraud flags?
✗No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Gaines Express LLC (DOT 2155076, MC MC749207) is a North Carolina-based interstate carrier headquartered in Hickory, NC. As of June 10, 2026 at 3:03 AM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 5 risk signals on this carrier, including: authority revoked within the last 3 years; crash with fatalities or injuries on record. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Caution" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 10, 2026 at 3:03 AM.

Common AuthorityContract Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Gaines Express LLC
DOT Number2155076
MC NumberMC749207
Street200 1ST AVE NW STE 202
City / StateHickory, NC 28601
Phone8283583366
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age15 yr
MCS-150 filed08/13/2025
Company officerCorey Gaines
Power units10
Total drivers45
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)✓ Active
Contract (for-hire)✓ Active
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Authority revoked within the last 3 years
●Crash with fatalities or injuries on record
●Elevated vehicle out-of-service rate
●Unsafe driving violation on record
●Driver qualification violation on record
⚠ Serial Restarter Alert
4 prior revocations on record. Carrier re-registered authority after revocation. Exercise heightened scrutiny.
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
FLEET LEASE LLCShared officer
Active
OOS rate 27.3% vs. national avg 22.26% — above average
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Power Units
10
Fleet
Drivers
45
Total
Inspections
33
On record
Crashes
9
On record
OOS Rate
27.3%
↑ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
15 yr
Since 2011
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
33 insp (100%)· 6 viol
Unsafe Driving
33 insp (100%)· 6 viol
Driver Fitness
33 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Controlled Substances
33 insp (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
17 insp (52%)· 11 viol
Inspection History
33 total · OOS rate 27.3%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
7/31/2024NCII00Pass
5/30/2024NYIII10OOS
6/29/2024NCIII00Pass
8/29/2024NCII00Pass
5/28/2025NCII02OOS
6/27/2024NCII11OOS
7/25/2024NCIII00Pass
5/24/2024WVIII00Pass
9/21/2024NCIII00Pass
2/21/2025NCII01OOS
Crash History
9 total on record
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
—GA00Y
—FL02Y
—VA00Y
—PA00Y
—VA00Y
Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
PROGRESSIVE SOUTHEASTERN INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$1,000,000
Effective
1/9/2026
Location
200 1ST AVE NW STE 202, Hickory, NC, 28601 · Open in Maps →
200 1ST AVE NW STE 202, HICKORY, NC, 28601Open in Maps →
Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedMay 2011
FMCSA issued operating authority
INVOLUNTARY REVOCATIONJan 2025
License type: COMMON
INVOLUNTARY REVOCATIONJan 2025
License type: CONTRACT
INVOLUNTARY REVOCATIONNov 2025
License type: COMMON
INVOLUNTARY REVOCATIONNov 2025
License type: CONTRACT
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Gaines Express LLC authorized to operate?

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

What is Gaines Express LLC's safety record?

Gaines Express LLC has 33 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 27.3%. Crash history shows 9 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Gaines Express LLC operate?

Gaines Express LLC operates 10 power units with approximately 45 drivers.

Is Gaines Express LLC insured?

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

Has Gaines Express LLC had any risk indicators?

Gaines Express LLC has a risk score of 100/100 (Critical) with 5 active risk signals. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Gaines Express LLC?

Gaines Express LLC's DOT number is 2155076 and MC number is MC749207. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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