HaulerCheck · https://haulercheck.com/carrier/1202839-j-ross-express-inc/ · Checked 2026-10-19 14:56 UTC · Census and inspections Oct 18, 2026 · Authority and insurance: FMCSA Motus · Oct 18, 2026
J ROSS EXPRESS INC
Review before booking · 1 signal
How risk signals workFacts from the FMCSA record that call for a closer look. They are not a finding of wrongdoing.
- Vehicle out-of-service rate well above the state average81.8% vs Ohio average 21.7%.
Cargo cover filed: $5,000
Green means the FMCSA record shows it. It does not confirm who you are talking to, or that a policy covers your specific load.
What to verify next
- Confirm authority and insurance on the official Motus record ↗. Safety record: SAFER ↗.
- Call back on the number on file, (216) 883-3600, not a number from an email or load board.
- Check that the MC number you were given is MC640963.
- Ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
Insurance on file
Liability (BI&PD) pays for injury and damage to other people and property; it does not cover the freight. Cargo insurance covers the freight. FMCSA only requires cargo filings from household goods carriers and freight forwarders, so most carriers file none: ask for a cargo certificate that fits your load. Cargo cover filed: $5,000.
| Type | Docket | Layer | Insurer | Coverage | Effective | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo | MC640963 | — | LIBERTY MUTUAL Policy CBP 8379340 · BMC-34 | $5,000 | Jan 11, 2008 | Active |
| Liability (BI&PD) | MC640963 | — | Navigators Insurance Company Policy FA26MOT02388500 · BMC-91X | $1,000,000 | Aug 1, 2026 | Active |
Source: FMCSA Motus · Oct 18, 2026. Identical filings repeated in the FMCSA data are shown once; a filing listed under two dockets is one policy, not extra coverage. Coverage is the maximum amount filed with FMCSA, not the full policy.
Confirm current filings: Motus record ↗ and ask the insurer for a certificate naming you as holder.
Roadside inspections Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026
9 of 11 · Ohio avg 21.7%
1 of 15 · Ohio avg 5.2%
10 most recent inspections
| Date | State | Level | Violations | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2026 | OH | 2 | 4 | Yes |
| Jul 9, 2026 | OH | 3 | 0 | No |
| Jun 26, 2026 | OH | 2 | 5 | No |
| Jun 19, 2026 | OH | 2 | 2 | Yes |
| Jun 16, 2026 | OH | 2 | 10 | Yes |
| Jun 3, 2026 | OH | 3 | 1 | No |
| May 21, 2026 | OH | 2 | 5 | Yes |
| Oct 9, 2025 | OH | 1 | 3 | Yes |
| Jul 16, 2025 | OH | 2 | 5 | Yes |
| Jul 11, 2025 | OH | 2 | 7 | Yes |
How these rates are calculated
Period: Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026. Vehicle rate = vehicle inspections with a vehicle out-of-service order ÷ vehicle inspections (levels 1, 2, 5 and 6). Driver rate uses levels 1, 2, 3 and 6. The Ohio average covers 110,435 vehicle and 182,117 driver inspections of all Ohio-based carriers in this period. It mixes every type of operation, so compare with care; rates based on a handful of inspections say little. FMCSA's own SMS measures are weighted differently: SMS profile ↗ · SAFER snapshot ↗
Violations in FMCSA's SMS last 24 months
52 violations counted in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS), 17 of them serious enough to put the driver or vehicle out of service.
Why is this different from the 60 violations above?
The inspections section's number counts every violation written on the inspection reports in our Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026 window. The SMS count comes from FMCSA's own monthly SMS snapshot, which uses its own 24-month window and only the violations it scores. Both are FMCSA figures; they measure different things.
| Category (FMCSA BASIC) | Violations | Out of service | Share | Ohio share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 46 | 16 | 88.5% | 63.0% |
| Unsafe Driving | 4 | 0 | 7.7% | 18.5% |
| Driver Fitness | 2 | 1 | 3.8% | 4.1% |
10 most frequent violations
| Violation | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|
| Roll-on/Roll-off/Hook Lift Containers - Improper securement of a roll-on/roll-off and hook lift container Improper Load Securement · Vehicle Maintenance · code 393134BCRHLC | 6 | 6 |
| Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS Tires · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39375A3TAOL | 3 | 3 |
| Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1 1997 Reflective Sheeting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39311A1CSLRR | 3 | 0 |
| Lighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on Lighting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939ALSLIWR | 2 | 2 |
| Driver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV Seat Belt · Unsafe Driving · code 39216D | 2 | 0 |
| Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1 1998 Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39355EB | 2 | 0 |
| Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper Emergency Equipment · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39395F | 2 | 0 |
| Lighting - Headlamp(s) fail to operate on low and high beam Lighting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939AHLLH | 2 | 0 |
| Lighting - Backup lamp inoperative Lighting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939ALBL | 2 | 0 |
| Lighting - Turn signal -Any inoperative on a unit that is not the rearmost unit Lighting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939ALTSIR | 2 | 0 |
Source: FMCSA SMS violation file, inspections in the last 24 months, published Oct 18, 2026. "Share" is this company's mix of violations; the Ohio column is the mix across all Ohio-based carriers, so you can see which kinds of problems stand out. A high count partly reflects fleet size and how often trucks are inspected.
Crashes Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026
3 most recent crashes
| Date | Location | Fatalities | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 24, 2026 | Claridon (Township Of), OH | 0 | 0 |
| Dec 8, 2025 | Plain (Township Of), OH | 0 | 1 |
| Nov 4, 2024 | Atwater, OH | 0 | 0 |
Reportable crashes do not imply the carrier was at fault.
Company details FMCSA census · Oct 18, 2026
| USDOT number | 1202839 |
|---|---|
| MC / docket | MC640963 |
| Legal name | J ROSS EXPRESS INC |
| Operation | Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) |
| Business type | — |
| Power units | 39 |
| Drivers | 19 |
| Annual mileage | 215,000 (2025) |
| Hazmat | Yes |
| Safety rating | Not rated (no compliance review on record) |
| USDOT number added | Jan 21, 2004 · 22 years ago |
| Last MCS-150 update | May 13, 2026 |
Cargo carried
General FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsMotor VehiclesDrive/Tow AwayLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsIntermodal ContainersConstruction
Change history
No changes to name, contact details, authority or insurance since we started tracking on Oct 18, 2026. We compare every company's FMCSA record each day.
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Questions about J ROSS EXPRESS INC
What does J ROSS EXPRESS INC's operating authority allow?
MC640963: Motor carrier (may haul regulated property for hire).
Which information about J ROSS EXPRESS INC is old or missing?
FMCSA has not issued a safety rating, which means no compliance review is on record, not that the carrier is unsafe.
What should I verify before booking J ROSS EXPRESS INC?
Confirm the authority and insurance on the Motus record for USDOT 1202839. Call the company back on the phone number on file, (216) 883-3600, not a number from an email or load board message. Check that the MC number the dispatcher gave you matches MC640963, and ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
Other companies using (216) 883-3600
A shared number is common for related companies, dispatch services and family businesses. It is not proof of fraud, but it is worth knowing which company you are dealing with.
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| JBR LOGISTICS LLC Carrier |
Cleveland, OH | 2815419 | MC757802 | 0 | Inactive Last known · May 14, 2026 |
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Company details from the FMCSA Company Census File (Oct 18, 2026). Inspections and crashes from FMCSA MCMIS files. About our data · Report an error on this page (how corrections work).
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