Lima Express LLC Safety Record
DOT# 3493116 · Katy, TX 77449 · 8327056758
Average safety record — scored 40/100. This carrier's inspection results are typical for the industry.
Last inspected 02/08/2026
Safety Score Breakdown · 40/100 points
Lower scores are better. How is this calculated?
According to FMCSA records, Lima Express LLC (DOT# 3493116) in Katy, Texas has 43 inspections on record with 102 violations and a 27.9% vehicle out-of-service rate. 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 · 102 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 · 43 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/08/2026 | AL | 3 | 0 |
| 12/19/2025 | MS | 0 | 0 |
| 12/09/2025 | IN | 0 | 0 |
| 11/19/2025 | KS | 0 | 0 |
| 11/12/2025 | MD | 0 | 0 |
| 10/14/2025 | KS | 1 | 0 |
| 10/09/2025 | KY | 0 | 0 |
| 09/09/2025 | TX | 0 | 0 |
| 09/01/2025 | OK | 0 | 0 |
| 07/29/2025 | TN | 0 | 2 |
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 | Highlander Specialty 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.