Facts from the FMCSA record that call for a closer look. They are not a finding of wrongdoing. How this works
- Phone number shared with 4 other companiesNormal for dispatch services and related companies, but confirm who you are talking to.
No cargo cover filed with FMCSA
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, (573) 760-2970, not a number from an email or load board.
- Check that the MC number you were given is MC1696944.
- 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. No cargo cover filed with FMCSA.
| Type | Docket | Layer | Insurer | Coverage | Effective | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liability (BI&PD) | MC1696944 | Primary | Progressive Casualty Insurance Company Policy CA978998590 · BMC-91X | $750,000 | Nov 3, 2025 | 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
2 of 4 · Missouri avg 20.2%
0 of 8 · Missouri avg 3.6%
8 most recent inspections
| Date | State | Level | Violations | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 13, 2026 | MO | 3 | 3 | No |
| Jun 9, 2026 | AR | 2 | 5 | Yes |
| Jun 4, 2026 | TN | 3 | 0 | No |
| May 12, 2026 | MS | 1 | 6 | Yes |
| Nov 7, 2025 | MO | 3 | 2 | No |
| Aug 20, 2025 | KY | 1 | 2 | No |
| Jun 19, 2025 | MO | 2 | 3 | No |
| Mar 12, 2025 | KY | 3 | 2 | No |
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 Missouri average covers 51,987 vehicle and 91,607 driver inspections of all Missouri-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
15 violations counted in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS), 4 of them serious enough to put the driver or vehicle out of service.
Why is this different from the 23 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 | Missouri share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 10 | 3 | 66.7% | 66.1% |
| Hazardous Materials Compliance | 2 | 1 | 13.3% | 0.9% |
| Unsafe Driving | 2 | 0 | 13.3% | 15.5% |
| Driver Fitness | 1 | 0 | 6.7% | 3.8% |
10 most frequent violations
| Violation | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|
| Accepting/transporting HM not prepared in accordance with the regulations. Package has identifiable (without the use of instruments) release of HM to the environ HM Other · Hazardous Materials Compliance · code 177801LEAK | 1 | 1 |
| Drum Brake - Mismatched brake chamber sizes on a steering axle Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39347BBMBCBDSA | 1 | 1 |
| Air Brake - Low pressure warning device missing/inoperative Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39351CBLPW | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel - Dripping leak. Other Vehicle Defect · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3963A1F | 1 | 1 |
| License (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required Medical Certificate · Driver Fitness · code 38371H | 1 | 0 |
| HM (Emergency Response) - Emergency response information not presented as required. Documentation - HM · Hazardous Materials Compliance · code 172602B3HMER | 1 | 0 |
| State/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation Misc Violations · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLLR | 1 | 0 |
| Driver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV Seat Belt · Unsafe Driving · code 39216D | 1 | 0 |
| Air Brake - Audible air leak at other than a proper connection Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39345DBAAL | 1 | 0 |
| Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection Inspection Reports · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39617CPI | 1 | 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 Missouri column is the mix across all Missouri-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 20, 2026 | Festus, MO | 0 | 0 |
| Oct 29, 2025 | Non-City Or Unincorporate, MO | 0 | 1 |
| Apr 25, 2025 | Non-City Or Unincorporate, MO | 0 | 1 |
Reportable crashes do not imply the carrier was at fault.
Company details FMCSA census · Oct 18, 2026
| USDOT number | 4342607 |
|---|---|
| MC / docket | MC1696944 |
| Legal name | PHANTOM FREIGHTERS LLC |
| DBA name | PHANTOM FREIGHT |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Power units | 6 |
| Drivers | 5 |
| Annual mileage | 618,063 (2025) |
| Hazmat | No |
| Safety rating | Not rated (no compliance review on record) |
| USDOT number added | Jan 6, 2025 · 1 year ago |
| Last MCS-150 update | Apr 29, 2026 |
Cargo carried
General FreightMachinery, Large Objects
Questions about PHANTOM FREIGHTERS LLC
What does PHANTOM FREIGHTERS LLC's operating authority allow?
MC1696944: Motor carrier (may haul regulated property for hire).
Which information about PHANTOM FREIGHTERS LLC is old or missing?
There are too few vehicle inspections in the last 24 months to judge the out-of-service rate. 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 PHANTOM FREIGHTERS LLC?
Confirm the authority and insurance on the Motus record for USDOT 4342607. Call the company back on the phone number on file, (573) 760-2970, not a number from an email or load board message. Check that the MC number the dispatcher gave you matches MC1696944, and ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
Other companies using (573) 760-2970
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.
4 companies
| Company | USDOT | Docket | Trucks | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J&K TRUCCKING LLC DBA J&K TRUCKING |
1232674 | MC485485 | 3 | Last known: Active FMCSA snapshot May 14, 2026 |
| PHANTOM FREIGHTLINES CORPORATION | 1454025 | MC549447 | 1 | Last known: Active FMCSA snapshot May 14, 2026 |
| MJK LOGISTICS INC | 3894697 | MC1432967 | 1 | Last known: Not authorized FMCSA snapshot May 14, 2026 |
| MJK LOGISTICS INC | 3308552 | MC1050568 | 0 | Last known: Not authorized FMCSA snapshot May 14, 2026 |
Other trucking companies in Bismarck
All in Bismarck →Largest fleets
| Company | USDOT | Docket | Trucks | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| J&K TRUCCKING LLC DBA J&K TRUCKING |
1232674 | MC485485 | 3 | Last known: Active FMCSA snapshot May 14, 2026 |
| R & T TRANSPORT LLC | 2820302 | MC940387 | 2 | Last known: Active FMCSA snapshot May 14, 2026 |
| PHANTOM FREIGHTLINES CORPORATION | 1454025 | MC549447 | 1 | Last known: Active FMCSA snapshot May 14, 2026 |
| SHIPPY SERVICE LLC | 3789091 | MC1359346 | 1 | Last known: Active FMCSA snapshot May 14, 2026 |
| MJK LOGISTICS INC | 3894697 | MC1432967 | 1 | Last known: Not authorized FMCSA snapshot May 14, 2026 |
| BIGHORN LOGISTICS LLC | 2952200 | MC999629 | 0 | Last known: Inactive FMCSA snapshot May 14, 2026 |
| MJK LOGISTICS INC | 3308552 | MC1050568 | 0 | Last known: Not authorized FMCSA snapshot May 14, 2026 |
Company details from the FMCSA Company Census File (Oct 18, 2026). Inspections and crashes from FMCSA MCMIS files. About our data · Report an error.