HaulerCheck · https://haulercheck.com/carrier/652909-challenger-freight-systems-inc/ · Checked 2026-10-19 11:39 UTC · Census and inspections Oct 18, 2026 · Authority and insurance: FMCSA Motus · Oct 18, 2026
CHALLENGER FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC
No risk signals found
How risk signals workNothing in the FMCSA record matched our risk signals. That is not a guarantee, and it does not confirm who you are talking to; follow the checks below.
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, (800) 225-2836, not a number from an email or load board.
- Check that the MC number you were given is MC307437.
- 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) | MC307437 | Primary | Great West Casualty Co Policy MCP43703A · BMC-91X | $1,000,000 | Sep 14, 2018 | Active |
| Liability (BI&PD) | MC307437 | Excess over $1,000,000 | Gemini Insurance Company Policy GSV500013507 · BMC-91X | $2,000,000 | Oct 1, 2024 | Active |
| Surety Bond | MC307437 | — | American Alternative Insurance Corporation Policy 20131016695 · BMC-84 | $75,000 | Oct 17, 2013 | 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 13 · Texas avg 25.1%
1 of 17 · Texas avg 7.7%
10 most recent inspections
| Date | State | Level | Violations | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 21, 2026 | TX | 2 | 0 | No |
| Jul 1, 2026 | TX | 2 | 3 | Yes |
| May 13, 2026 | GA | 3 | 1 | No |
| Feb 4, 2026 | FL | 1 | 0 | No |
| Jan 8, 2026 | FL | 1 | 0 | No |
| Nov 27, 2025 | GA | 3 | 0 | No |
| Jul 1, 2025 | TX | 1 | 0 | No |
| Jun 23, 2025 | TX | 1 | 1 | No |
| Jun 19, 2025 | TX | 2 | 1 | Yes |
| Jun 18, 2025 | TX | 2 | 0 | 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 Texas average covers 347,521 vehicle and 460,200 driver inspections of all Texas-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
12 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 13 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 | Texas share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 8 | 3 | 66.7% | 78.8% |
| Unsafe Driving | 2 | 0 | 16.7% | 4.8% |
| Driver Fitness | 1 | 1 | 8.3% | 4.2% |
| Hours-of-Service Compliance | 1 | 0 | 8.3% | 11.4% |
10 most frequent violations
| Violation | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|
| Operating a CMV without a CDL License-related: High · Driver Fitness · code 38323A2 | 1 | 1 |
| Inoperable Required Lamp Clearance Identification Lamps/Other · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939 | 1 | 1 |
| Inoperative turn signal Lighting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939TS | 1 | 1 |
| 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 | 1 | 1 |
| HOS (Property) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain False Log · Hours-of-Service Compliance · code 3958EHOSPD | 1 | 0 |
| State/Local Laws - Unlawfully parking /leaving vehicle on roadway Other Driver Violations · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLUP | 1 | 0 |
| Failing to use seat belt while operating a CMV Seat Belt · Unsafe Driving · code 39216 | 1 | 0 |
| Brakes (general) Explain: Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3963A1B | 1 | 0 |
| Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper Emergency Equipment · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39395F | 1 | 0 |
| Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection Inspection Reports · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39617C | 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 Texas column is the mix across all Texas-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
Crash details
| Date | Location | Fatalities | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 2, 2026 | Bedford, TX | 0 | 0 |
Reportable crashes do not imply the carrier was at fault.
Company details FMCSA census · Oct 18, 2026
| USDOT number | 652909 |
|---|---|
| MC / docket | MC307437 |
| Legal name | CHALLENGER FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Power units | 21 |
| Drivers | 30 |
| Annual mileage | 1,961,127 (2026) |
| Hazmat | No |
| Safety rating | Satisfactory (Oct 28, 2009) |
| USDOT number added | Aug 1, 1996 · 30 years ago |
| Last MCS-150 update | Sep 14, 2026 |
Cargo carried
General FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsBuilding MaterialsIntermodal ContainersMeatChemicalsCommodities Dry BulkRefrigerated FoodBeveragesPaper ProductsConstructionOtherAir Freight
Questions about CHALLENGER FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC
What does CHALLENGER FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC's operating authority allow?
MC307437: Motor carrier (may haul regulated property for hire).
Which information about CHALLENGER FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC 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 CHALLENGER FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC?
Confirm the authority and insurance on the Motus record for USDOT 652909. Call the company back on the phone number on file, (800) 225-2836, not a number from an email or load board message. Check that the MC number the dispatcher gave you matches MC307437, and ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
Other companies using (800) 225-2836
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.
1 company
| Company | Location | USDOT | Docket | Trucks | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CFS LOGISTICS GROUP LLC Broker |
Grapevine, TX | 2858409 | MC957204 | — | Active 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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