Leon Express INC
Des Plaines, IL
Profile data updated Jun 2, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Healthy
FMCSA data ↓
4
Power Units
4
Drivers
FMCSA since 2016 (10 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
LEON EXPRESS INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since January 2016. Based in Des Plaines, IL, they operate a fleet of 4 power units with 4 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specialization is Reefer.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Leon Express INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 1 | 3 | 0 | 4 |
| Trailers | 1 | 2 | 0 | 3 |
Fleet Size Classification: 3-5 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Leon Express INC is authorized to transport the following 4 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 4
MCS-150 Mileage: 200,634 miles (2025)
Driver Information
4
Total Drivers
4
CDL Drivers
4
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by LEON EXPRESS INC
9 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: May 11, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Utility Tr, Freightliner, International. Equipment breakdown: 5 SEMI-TRAILER, 4 TRUCK TRACTOR. Zero out-of-service results in the inspection window. Either a small inspection sample or genuinely clean equipment and driver compliance. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (2 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SEMI-TRAILER | 5 | 56% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 4 | 44% |
Vehicle makes (8 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Utility Tr | 2 | 22% |
| Freightliner | 1 | 11% |
| International | 1 | 11% |
| Cimc Reefer Trailer,inc | 1 | 11% |
| Volvo | 1 | 11% |
| Utility | 1 | 11% |
| Hyundai Tr | 1 | 11% |
| Western Star | 1 | 11% |
License plates on file (9 shown)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| P1241078 | IL | FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | May 2026 |
| 865830 | WI | UTILITY TR SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | May 2026 |
| C809EW | GA | INTERNATIO TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Apr 2026 |
| TY51W92 | GA | UTILITY TR SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| 819417 | IL | VANR SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Nov 2025 |
| P1130344 | IL | VOLVO TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Nov 2025 |
| 780644 | WI | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Jul 2025 |
| 530726ST | IL | HYUNDAI TR SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Nov 2024 |
| P1130344 | IL | WSTR TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Jun 2024 |
Plate registrations span 3 states: IL (5) · GA (2) · WI (2)
Recent active vehicles (9 shown)
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.
Dispatch Services in IL
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
7
Inspections
24 months
9
Violations
Total found
1
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✓ Better than national average (-7.4%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/29/2026 | MI | Full | 6 | 1 |
| 05/11/2026 | GA | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 04/30/2026 | IL | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 04/30/2026 | IN | Full | 1 | ✓ |
| 11/25/2025 | TN | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/13/2025 | OH | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 11/06/2024 | OH | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$750,000
OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C.
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | 91X | GAT0000568 | $750,000 | 04/09/2024 |
View Insurance History (13 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 506-9032398 | 12/07/2021 | 12/09/2021 | TERM/REPL | |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 506-9055969 | 08/18/2023 | 12/07/2023 | CANCEL | |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 506-9032398 | 12/09/2021 | 12/07/2021 | TERM/REPL | |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN273365 | 12/07/2019 | 12/07/2021 | TERM/REPL | |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 6374503 | 12/07/2017 | 12/07/2019 | TERM/REPL | |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 506-9032398 | 12/07/2021 | 09/08/2023 | TERM/CANCL | |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 506-9032398 | 12/07/2021 | 08/18/2023 | TERM/REPL | |
| EVERSPAN INSURANCE COMPANY | GAT0000568 | 03/28/2024 | 05/28/2024 | TERM/CANCL | |
| EVERSPAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CW1EIC-780831-00 | 03/28/2024 | 04/09/2024 | TERM/REPL | |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA975480176 | 12/07/2023 | 04/09/2024 | TERM/CANCL | |
| EVERSPAN INSURANCE COMPANY | GAT0000568 | 03/28/2024 | 04/09/2024 | TERM/REPL | |
| OCCIDENTAL FIRE AND CASUALTY CO. OF N.C. | GAT0000568 | 04/09/2024 | 03/28/2024 | TERM/REPL | |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA975480176 | 12/07/2023 | 03/28/2024 | TERM/REPL |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does LEON EXPRESS INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, LEON EXPRESS INC is inferred to operate: Reefer.
Is LEON EXPRESS INC's authority currently active?
LEON EXPRESS INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has LEON EXPRESS INC been in business?
LEON EXPRESS INC has been registered with the FMCSA since January 2016, making their authority approximately 10 years, 5 months old.
Where is LEON EXPRESS INC located?
LEON EXPRESS INC is physically located at DES PLAINES, IL 60018.
Roadside Inspection History 7 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
LEON EXPRESS INC has been inspected 7 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in OH, TN, IN. Out of these, 1 inspections (about 14%) 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-SLLEWA2 — 2 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-29 | MI | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 6 | OOS · 1 |
| 2026-05-11 | GA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-04-30 | IL | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-04-30 | IN | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 1 | — |
| 2025-11-25 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-07-13 | OH | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2024-11-06 | OH | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
Most-Cited Violations
Top 7 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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