HaulerCheck · https://haulercheck.com/carrier/329494-hot-line-logistics-llc/ · Checked 2026-10-19 16:49 UTC · Census and inspections Oct 19, 2026 · Authority and insurance: FMCSA Motus · Oct 19, 2026
HOT-LINE LOGISTICS LLC
Freight Broker
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MC344003: Broker active
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What to verify next
- Confirm authority and insurance on the official Motus record ↗. Safety record: SAFER ↗.
- Call back on the number on file, (608) 486-1600, not a number from an email or load board.
- Check that the MC number you were given is MC344003 or MC344003.
- Ask for proof of the broker bond or trust fund (BMC-84/85) of $75,000.
Bond & 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. No cargo cover filed with FMCSA.
| Type | Docket | Layer | Insurer | Coverage | Effective | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Surety Bond | MC344003 | — | LM Insurance Corporation Policy 016242733 · BMC-84 | $75,000 | Mar 4, 2024 | Active |
Source: FMCSA Motus · Oct 19, 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.
Company details FMCSA census · Oct 19, 2026
| USDOT number | 329494 |
|---|---|
| MC / docket | MC344003, MC344003 |
| Legal name | HOT-LINE LOGISTICS LLC |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Power units | 67 |
| Drivers | 69 |
| Annual mileage | 6,090,000 (2024) |
| Hazmat | Yes |
| Safety rating | Satisfactory (Jul 21, 2010) |
| USDOT number added | Oct 3, 1988 · 38 years ago |
| Last MCS-150 update | Dec 19, 2025 |
Cargo carried
General FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsBuilding MaterialsMeatU.S. MailChemicalsRefrigerated FoodBeveragesPaper ProductsConstructionOtherPaint
Roadside inspections Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026
This company holds broker authority only; these inspections come from trucks operating under its USDOT number.
3 of 31 · Wisconsin avg 19.9%
3 of 57 · Wisconsin avg 2.8%
10 most recent inspections
| Date | State | Level | Violations | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 14, 2026 | WI | 2 | 0 | No |
| Aug 13, 2026 | OH | 2 | 0 | No |
| Jul 27, 2026 | MN | 3 | 0 | No |
| Jul 21, 2026 | VA | 3 | 0 | No |
| Jun 30, 2026 | FL | 3 | 0 | No |
| Jun 26, 2026 | IL | 2 | 0 | No |
| Jun 24, 2026 | MN | 1 | 0 | No |
| Jun 3, 2026 | WI | 2 | 0 | No |
| May 5, 2026 | MD | 2 | 0 | No |
| Apr 27, 2026 | WI | 2 | 1 | No |
How these rates are calculated
Period: Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 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 Wisconsin average covers 42,218 vehicle and 76,980 driver inspections of all Wisconsin-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
43 violations counted in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS), 6 of them serious enough to put the driver or vehicle out of service.
Why is this different from the 49 violations above?
The inspections section's number counts every violation written on the inspection reports in our Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 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 | Wisconsin share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 27 | 3 | 62.8% | 63.4% |
| Unsafe Driving | 12 | 0 | 27.9% | 21.2% |
| Driver Fitness | 2 | 2 | 4.7% | 3.1% |
| Hours-of-Service Compliance | 2 | 1 | 4.7% | 11.5% |
10 most frequent violations
| Violation | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|
| State/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation Misc Violations · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLLR | 4 | 0 |
| State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit Speeding 2 · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLS2 | 2 | 0 |
| Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39345B2BAIR | 2 | 0 |
| Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39345DB | 2 | 0 |
| Bolts securing cab broken/loose/missing Cab Body Frame · Vehicle Maintenance · code 393201B | 2 | 0 |
| Lighting - Clearance lamp(s) inoperative Clearance Identification Lamps/Other · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939ALCL | 2 | 0 |
| Cargo - Cargo not secured against shifting General Securement · Vehicle Maintenance · code 393100CC | 2 | 0 |
| License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL License-related: High · Driver Fitness · code 38323A2LCDLN | 1 | 1 |
| Driving a CMV while disqualified. Suspended for non-safety-related reason and in the state of driver's license issuance License-related: Medium · Driver Fitness · code 39115ANSIN | 1 | 1 |
| HOS (Property) - Failing to have in possession RODS for the previous seven consecutive days and available for inspection while on duty Incomplete/Wrong Log · Hours-of-Service Compliance · code 3958K2HOSP | 1 | 1 |
Source: FMCSA SMS violation file, inspections in the last 24 months, published Oct 19, 2026. "Share" is this company's mix of violations; the Wisconsin column is the mix across all Wisconsin-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 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026
2 most recent crashes
| Date | Location | Fatalities | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 30, 2026 | Preston, WI | 0 | 0 |
| Dec 12, 2024 | Three Rivers, MI | 0 | 1 |
Reportable crashes do not imply the carrier was at fault.
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 HOT-LINE LOGISTICS LLC
Is HOT-LINE LOGISTICS LLC a broker or a carrier?
HOT-LINE LOGISTICS LLC is a freight broker with no active authority to haul freight itself. It may arrange loads with authorized carriers, but should not be dispatching its own trucks under this docket. Brokers must keep $75,000 of financial security (a BMC-84 bond or BMC-85 trust fund) on file with FMCSA.
What does HOT-LINE LOGISTICS LLC's operating authority allow?
MC344003: Broker (may arrange transportation by other authorized carriers, but may not haul the freight itself under this authority). MC344003: Broker (may arrange transportation by other authorized carriers, but may not haul the freight itself under this authority).
Which information about HOT-LINE LOGISTICS LLC is old or missing?
Nothing notable: authority and insurance come from current Motus data and there is enough inspection history to compare.
What should I verify before booking HOT-LINE LOGISTICS LLC?
Confirm the authority and insurance on the Motus record for USDOT 329494. Call the company back on the phone number on file, (608) 486-1600, not a number from an email or load board message. Check that the MC number the dispatcher gave you matches MC344003 or MC344003, and ask for proof of the broker bond or trust fund (BMC-84/85) of $75,000.
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Company details from the FMCSA Company Census File (Oct 19, 2026). Inspections and crashes from FMCSA MCMIS files. About our data · Report an error on this page (how corrections work).
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