Shax Express Cargo INC Safety Record
DOT# 3156283 · Bensalem, PA 19020 · 7187243558
Average safety record — scored 37/100. This carrier's inspection results are typical for the industry.
Last inspected 03/22/2026
Safety Score Breakdown · 37/100 points
Lower scores are better. How is this calculated?
According to FMCSA records, Shax Express Cargo INC (DOT# 3156283) in Bensalem, Pennsylvania has 432 inspections on record with 432 violations and a 11.3% vehicle out-of-service rate and 16 crashes, including 1 fatal. Safety grade: C. Active common authority.
Out-of-Service Rates vs. National Average
An out-of-service (OOS) violation means a vehicle or driver was found unsafe to operate during a roadside inspection and was prohibited from continuing until the issue was corrected.
Violation Categories · 432 total violations
FMCSA groups violations into Behavioral Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs). Each violation found during a roadside inspection is classified into a category that reflects the type of safety risk.
Inspection History · 100 records
FMCSA inspections range from Level 1 (full vehicle and driver examination) to Level 6 (enhanced motorcoach inspection). Level 1 is the most thorough; Levels 2 and 3 are walk-around and driver-only checks.
| Date | State | Veh OOS | Drv OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/22/2026 | IN | 0 | 0 |
| 03/19/2026 | PA | 0 | 0 |
| 03/19/2026 | IN | 0 | 0 |
| 03/18/2026 | OK | 0 | 0 |
| 03/15/2026 | AR | 0 | 1 |
| 03/13/2026 | OH | 0 | 0 |
| 03/11/2026 | OH | 0 | 0 |
| 03/10/2026 | AZ | 0 | 0 |
| 03/08/2026 | AR | 0 | 1 |
| 03/07/2026 | SD | 0 | 0 |
Crash History · 16 records
| Date | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow-Aways |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30-JUN-25 | OH | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 29-OCT-25 | VA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 28-JUL-25 | IL | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 27-MAR-25 | CA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 23-MAR-25 | TX | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 20-AUG-25 | PA | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 19-MAY-24 | GA | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 16-JUL-24 | PA | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 16-FEB-25 | IL | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 15-JUL-24 | WV | 0 | 1 | 0 |
Authority & Insurance
FMCSA operating authority permits interstate for-hire transportation. Carriers must maintain minimum insurance coverage levels to keep authority active. BIPD (bodily injury and property damage) insurance is required for all for-hire carriers.
| Type | Insurer | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| BIPD/Primary | Ms Transverse Insurance Company | $750 |
Fleet Profile
Power units include trucks, tractors, and other commercial motor vehicles registered to the carrier. Driver count reflects the total number of drivers reported on the carrier's MCS-150 filing.