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85/100
✗ Do Not Tender
Critical risk signals. Do not dispatch until independently verified.
Universal Trans Express INC
DOT 4189909 · MC MC1645643 · Bartlett, IL
Report generated: June 7, 2026 at 6:31 AM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✓Safety record clean?
✗No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Universal Trans Express INC (DOT 4189909, MC MC1645643) is a Illinois-based interstate carrier headquartered in Bartlett, IL. As of June 7, 2026 at 6:31 AM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 1 risk signal on this carrier, including: substance or alcohol violation on driver record. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Do Not Tender" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 7, 2026 at 6:31 AM.

Common Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Universal Trans Express INC
DOT Number4189909
MC NumberMC1645643
Street867 KENT CIR
City / StateBartlett, IL 60103
Phone6302779188
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age2 yr 4 mo
MCS-150 filed05/07/2026
Company officerVentzislav Dinkov
Power units15
Total drivers13
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)✓ Active
Contract (for-hire)Not authorized
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Substance or alcohol violation on driver record
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
OOS rate 19.0% vs. national avg 22.26% — below average
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Power Units
15
Fleet
Drivers
13
Total
Inspections
21
On record
Crashes
0
On record
OOS Rate
19.0%
↓ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
2 yr 4 mo
Since 2024
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
21 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Unsafe Driving
21 insp (100%)· 4 viol
Driver Fitness
21 insp (100%)
Controlled Substances
21 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Vehicle Maintenance
13 insp (62%)· 7 viol
Inspection History
21 total · OOS rate 19.0%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
9/30/2025NMIII00Pass
1/30/2026GAIII00Pass
9/29/2025WII00Pass
1/28/2026NMII00Pass
9/26/2025UTIII00Pass
8/26/2025MOI00Pass
10/24/2025NMII00Pass
9/20/2025MOII10OOS
7/19/2025INIII00Pass
9/18/2025IAIII00Pass
Crash History
0 total on record

No crash records on file.

Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
AMTRUST INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$750,000
Effective
6/10/2025
Location
867 KENT CIR, Bartlett, IL, 60103 · Open in Maps →
867 KENT CIR, BARTLETT, IL, 60103Open in Maps →
Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedFeb 2024
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Universal Trans Express INC authorized to operate?

Yes. Universal Trans Express INC holds Common operating authority and is currently active.

What is Universal Trans Express INC's safety record?

Universal Trans Express INC has 21 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 19.0%. Crash history shows 0 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Universal Trans Express INC operate?

Universal Trans Express INC operates 15 power units with approximately 13 drivers.

Is Universal Trans Express INC insured?

Universal Trans Express INC has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Universal Trans Express INC had any risk indicators?

Universal Trans Express INC has a risk score of 85/100 (Critical) with 1 active risk signal. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Universal Trans Express INC?

Universal Trans Express INC's DOT number is 4189909 and MC number is MC1645643. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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Truck Graph. (2026). Universal Trans Express INC Safety Record, DOT 4189909. Retrieved from https://truckgraph.com/carriers/4189909
MLA
"Universal Trans Express INC Safety Record, DOT 4189909." Truck Graph, Jun 7, 2026, https://truckgraph.com/carriers/4189909
Chicago
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