Cape Cod Express LLC
Wareham, MA
DBA: CAPE COD EXPRESS
Trust Score
Healthy
FMCSA data ↓
147
Power Units
124
Drivers
Est. 1982 (44 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
CAPE COD EXPRESS LLC is an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA since March 1982. Based in WAREHAM, MA, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Reefer, Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Tanker, Dump Truck, Hopper / Grain, Intermodal and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Cape Cod Express LLC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 64 | 0 | 0 | 64 |
| Tractors | 83 | 0 | 0 | 83 |
| Trailers | 173 | 0 | 0 | 173 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Cape Cod Express LLC is authorized to transport the following 14 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 98
MCS-150 Mileage: 2,812,720 miles (2024)
Driver Information
124
Total Drivers
98
CDL Drivers
124
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by CAPE COD EXPRESS LLC
37 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Apr 15, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: International, Stou, Freightliner. Equipment breakdown: 16 STRAIGHT TRUCK, 12 SEMI-TRAILER, 9 TRUCK TRACTOR. Out-of-service rate is above industry average. About 1 in 8 inspections is finding something serious enough to park the truck. Worth asking the carrier about their PM program. No open NHTSA recalls identified on vehicles in this fleet. (Last cross-reference: Jul 2026.) Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (3 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 16 | 43% |
| SEMI-TRAILER | 12 | 32% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 9 | 24% |
Vehicle makes (8 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| International | 19 | 51% |
| Stou | 6 | 16% |
| Freightliner | 5 | 14% |
| Util | 3 | 8% |
| Isuzu | 1 | 3% |
| Hytr | 1 | 3% |
| Svtr | 1 | 3% |
| Trim | 1 | 3% |
License plates on file (20 shown of 37 plates)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1AJ67F | MA | FRHT STRAIGHT TRUCK | 3 | Apr 2026 |
| 2495142 | ME | STOU SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| V13567 | MA | INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Jan 2026 |
| 89409 | MA | INTL TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Jan 2026 |
| 0 | ME | STOU SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Jan 2026 |
| 5333B | MA | INTL TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Jan 2026 |
| 87021 | MA | INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Dec 2025 |
| 1AJ61B | MA | FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Nov 2025 |
| 5051747 | ME | STOU SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Nov 2025 |
| 254925C | ME | UTIL SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Nov 2025 |
| T79482 | MA | INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Nov 2025 |
| W55916 | MA | ISU STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Oct 2025 |
| V13564 | MA | INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Aug 2025 |
| 70020 | MA | INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Aug 2025 |
| 88869 | MA | INTL TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Aug 2025 |
| 116799T | TN | HYTR SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Aug 2025 |
| S61223 | MA | INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Jul 2025 |
| 91120 | MA | INTL TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Jul 2025 |
| 254929C | ME | UTIL SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Jul 2025 |
| V13563 | MA | INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Jul 2025 |
Plate registrations span 3 states: MA (25) · ME (11) · TN (1)
Recent active vehicles (12 shown of 37)
Showing the most recently active 12 vehicles. Full fleet records are available via direct VIN search.
Fleet data is aggregated from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling window). Vehicles inspected under this carrier's DOT number are listed. A VIN can appear under multiple carriers over its lifetime if leased, sold, or operated by different fleets at different times. For VIN-specific recall service status, verify directly with the OEM dealer or NHTSA.gov/recalls.
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Safety Performance
Average
Near national average
O Trucking Safety Grade
28
Inspections
24 months
32
Violations
Total found
3
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+3.4%)
✓ Better than national average (-21.5%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/03/2026 | MA | Full | 2 | ✓ |
| 05/19/2026 | RI | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 04/15/2026 | MA | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 01/21/2026 | MA | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 01/21/2026 | MA | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 01/07/2026 | MA | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 12/26/2025 | MA | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 11/24/2025 | MA | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 11/10/2025 | MA | Driver Only | 2 | ✓ |
| 11/05/2025 | MA | Driver Only | 5 | 1 |
| 10/23/2025 | MA | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 08/19/2025 | MA | Driver Only | 3 | 1 |
| 08/15/2025 | MA | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 08/12/2025 | MA | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 07/29/2025 | MA | Walk-Around | 2 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 28 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$1 Million
ARBELLA PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Self-Insured / N/A
HANOVER INSURANCE CO.
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | ARBELLA PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | 1020001577 | $1 Million | 09/17/2021 |
| Bond / Surety | HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | 84 | BLN1629476 | Self-Insured / N/A | 09/24/2021 |
View Insurance History (20 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | BLN1629476 | 10/01/2013 | 10/20/2021 | TERM/CANCL | |
| ARBELLA PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY | 1020001577 | 10/04/2012 | 10/20/2021 | TERM/CANCL | |
| ARBELLA PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY | 38330400004 | 07/22/2010 | 10/04/2012 | CANCEL | |
| THE HANOVER AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BLN-1629476 | 09/24/1997 | 10/01/2013 | TERM/REPL | |
| HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | BLN1629476 | 10/01/2013 | 09/24/2021 | TERM/REPL | |
| ARBELLA PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY | STT1000043538 | 07/01/2009 | 09/24/2009 | TERM/CANCL | |
| ARBELLA PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY | 1020001577 | 10/04/2012 | 09/17/2021 | TERM/REPL | |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 02 MS UE4744 | 07/01/2004 | 08/24/2005 | TERM/CANCL | |
| SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | 3951221 | 07/01/2006 | 08/10/2006 | TERM/CANCL | |
| HANOVER INSURANCE CO. | Z3503110 | 06/14/1991 | 08/09/2002 | TERM/CANCL | |
| AMERICAN HOME ASSURANCE CO. | 88281 | 07/01/2002 | 08/06/2003 | CANCEL | |
| THE COMMERCE INSURANCE COMPANY | XK9482 | 07/01/2002 | 07/31/2003 | TERM/CANCL | |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 1337238774 | 07/01/2007 | 07/26/2009 | TERM/CANCL | |
| STATE NATIONAL INSURANCE CO., INC. | STT1000043538 | 07/01/2009 | 07/22/2010 | TERM/REPL | |
| ARBELLA PROTECTION INSURANCE COMPANY | STT1000043538 | 07/01/2009 | 07/01/2009 | TERM/REPL | |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 1337238774 | 07/01/2007 | 07/01/2009 | TERM/REPL | |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 1337216211 | 07/01/2006 | 07/01/2007 | TERM/REPL | |
| SAFETY INSURANCE CO. | 3951221 | 07/01/2006 | 07/01/2006 | TERM/REPL | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CAR3737758-00 | 07/01/2003 | 07/01/2006 | TERM/REPL | |
| HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY | 02 MS UE4744 | 07/01/2004 | 07/01/2005 | TERM/REPL |
Insurance data sourced from FMCSA. Updated daily. Verify on FMCSA →
Crash History
3
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
3
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/16/2026 | MA | WEBSTER, MA | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 10/04/2024 | MA | BOURNE, MA | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 09/04/2024 | MA | SOMERSET, MA | 0 | 0 | Yes |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
Is Cape Cod Express LLC Legitimate? Safety & Fraud Check
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does CAPE COD EXPRESS LLC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, CAPE COD EXPRESS LLC is inferred to operate: Reefer, Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Tanker, Dump Truck, Hopper / Grain, Intermodal and Box Truck.
Is CAPE COD EXPRESS LLC's authority currently active?
CAPE COD EXPRESS LLC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has CAPE COD EXPRESS LLC been in business?
CAPE COD EXPRESS LLC has been registered with the FMCSA since March 1982, making their authority approximately 44 years, 3 months old.
Where is CAPE COD EXPRESS LLC located?
CAPE COD EXPRESS LLC is physically located at 1 EXPRESS DRIVE, WAREHAM, MA 02571.
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Roadside Inspection History 28 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
CAPE COD EXPRESS LLC has been inspected 28 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in MA, RI. Out of these, 3 inspections (about 11%) resulted in an out-of-service order — meaning the truck or driver was held until a violation was fixed. The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is roughly 21%. The most frequently cited violation is 392.2-SLL — 6 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-03 | MA | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 2 | — |
| 2026-05-19 | RI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-04-15 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-01-21 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-01-21 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-01-07 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-12-26 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-11-24 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-11-10 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | — |
| 2025-11-05 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 5 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-10-23 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-08-19 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 3 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-08-15 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-08-12 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-07-29 | MA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | — |
| 2025-07-29 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-07-01 | MA | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 4 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-05-16 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-02-25 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-02-20 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-02-20 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-02-06 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-01-22 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-01-16 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-01-09 | MA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
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Most-Cited Violations
Top 10 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
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