Pinnacle Express LLC
Little Rock, AR
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
27
Power Units
34
Drivers
Est. 2012 (13 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
PINNACLE EXPRESS LLC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since December 2012. Based in LITTLE ROCK, AR, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles) and intrastate (beyond 100 miles) and intrastate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specialization is Reefer.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Pinnacle Express LLC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 27 | 0 | 0 | 27 |
| Trailers | 50 | 0 | 0 | 50 |
Fleet Size Classification: 1,001-5,000 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Pinnacle Express LLC is authorized to transport the following 5 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 34
MCS-150 Mileage: 4,722,052 miles (2023)
Driver Information
34
Total Drivers
34
CDL Drivers
29
Interstate Drivers
5
Intrastate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by PINNACLE EXPRESS LLC
39 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Nov 7, 2024.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Peterbilt, Utility, Utility Trailer Manufacturer. Equipment breakdown: 21 SEMI-TRAILER, 18 TRUCK TRACTOR. Critical out-of-service rate. More than 1 in 4 inspections is finding park-it issues. FMCSA intervention is likely. 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 | 21 | 54% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 18 | 46% |
Vehicle makes (6 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Peterbilt | 18 | 46% |
| Utility | 7 | 18% |
| Utility Trailer Manufacturer | 7 | 18% |
| Utility Tr | 3 | 8% |
| Util | 3 | 8% |
| Cimc Reefer Trailer,inc | 1 | 3% |
License plates on file (20 shown of 39 plates)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| K822713 | AR | PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | Nov 2024 |
| PT231960 | AR | UTILITY TR SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Nov 2024 |
| K821695 | AR | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Nov 2024 |
| PT222036 | AR | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Nov 2024 |
| 283293X | ME | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Nov 2024 |
| K812866 | AR | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Nov 2024 |
| K821938 | AR | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | Nov 2024 |
| PT222132 | AR | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Nov 2024 |
| K823796 | AR | PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Oct 2024 |
| K820585 | AR | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Oct 2024 |
| PT231959 | AR | UTIL SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Oct 2024 |
| K821937 | AR | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Oct 2024 |
| K823161 | AR | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Oct 2024 |
| PT231961 | AR | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Oct 2024 |
| PT22037 | AR | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Oct 2024 |
| K824763 | AR | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Oct 2024 |
| 283250X | ME | UTILITY TR SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Oct 2024 |
| K821193 | AR | PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Sep 2024 |
| PT222130 | AR | UTILITY TR SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Sep 2024 |
| PT228045 | AR | UTILITY SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Sep 2024 |
Plate registrations span 3 states: AR (30) · ME (7) · AL (2)
Recent active vehicles (12 shown of 39)
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.
Dispatch Services in AR
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
22
Inspections
24 months
39
Violations
Total found
7
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✗ Worse than national average (+10.7%)
✓ Better than national average (-8.1%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/07/2024 | AR | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 11/04/2024 | TN | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 11/03/2024 | TN | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 11/01/2024 | AR | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 10/23/2024 | AL | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 10/19/2024 | KY | Driver Only | 4 | 1 |
| 10/17/2024 | MO | Driver Only | 2 | 2 |
| 10/17/2024 | TN | Full | 2 | ✓ |
| 10/16/2024 | AR | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 09/19/2024 | MO | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 09/18/2024 | IN | Driver Only | 3 | 1 |
| 09/15/2024 | AR | Full | 8 | 3 |
| 09/03/2024 | IN | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 09/03/2024 | AL | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 08/27/2024 | IN | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 22 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
No active insurance policies found on file for this carrier.
Check FMCSA Insurance Database →View Insurance History (10 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BERKLEY CASUALTY COMPANY | 6509203 | 11/23/2021 | 12/18/2022 | TERM/CANCL | |
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | MF-005170 | 11/23/2022 | 12/07/2024 | CANCEL | |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0032102001 | 04/01/2015 | 11/29/2015 | CANCEL | |
| BERKLEY CASUALTY COMPANY | 6509203 | 11/23/2021 | 11/23/2022 | TERM/REPL | |
| ACE PROPERTY AND CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | H08475490 | 11/23/2020 | 11/23/2021 | TERM/REPL | |
| SCOTTSDALE INSURANCE COMPANY | CTS0232605 | 07/06/2020 | 11/23/2020 | CANCEL | |
| TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA | 107225772 | 02/25/2020 | 11/10/2024 | CANCEL | |
| SCOTTSDALE INSURANCE COMPANY | CTS0232605 | 11/23/2019 | 07/06/2020 | CANCEL | |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 362042 | 04/01/2014 | 04/01/2015 | CANCEL | |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 360882 | 04/01/2013 | 04/01/2014 | CANCEL |
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Crash History
2
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
1
Injuries
2
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/25/2024 | LA | RURAL, LA | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 09/25/2024 | AR | LITTLE ROCK, AR | 0 | 1 | Yes |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does PINNACLE EXPRESS LLC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, PINNACLE EXPRESS LLC is inferred to operate: Reefer.
Is PINNACLE EXPRESS LLC's authority currently active?
PINNACLE EXPRESS LLC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has PINNACLE EXPRESS LLC been in business?
PINNACLE EXPRESS LLC has been registered with the FMCSA since December 2012, making their authority approximately 13 years, 7 months old.
Where is PINNACLE EXPRESS LLC located?
PINNACLE EXPRESS LLC is physically located at 9622 INTERSTATE 30, LITTLE ROCK, AR 72209.
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Roadside Inspection History 22 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
PINNACLE EXPRESS LLC has been inspected 22 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in AR, TN, IN. Out of these, 4 inspections (about 18%) 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 395.24 — 5 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-11-07 | AR | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2024-11-04 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-11-03 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-11-01 | AR | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2024-10-23 | AL | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2024-10-19 | KY | Level 3 · Driver-only | 4 | OOS · 1 |
| 2024-10-17 | MO | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | OOS · 2 |
| 2024-10-17 | TN | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 2 | — |
| 2024-10-16 | AR | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2024-09-19 | MO | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2024-09-18 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 3 | OOS · 1 |
| 2024-09-15 | AR | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 8 | OOS · 3 |
| 2024-09-03 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2024-09-03 | AL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2024-08-27 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2024-08-26 | AR | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2024-08-14 | OK | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-08-12 | AR | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 1 | — |
| 2024-08-09 | AR | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2024-08-08 | TN | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2024-08-05 | GA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 10 | — |
| 2024-07-21 | IN | Level 2 · Walk-around | 3 | — |
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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Carrier History & Continuity
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Other USDOT Registrations Sharing Officer Names (5)
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Other Carriers Registered at This Address (1)
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