Shama Express LLC
Grafton, OH
Profile data updated Jul 26, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
49
Power Units
34
Drivers
FMCSA since 2012 (13 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
SHAMA EXPRESS LLC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since December 2012. Based in Grafton, OH, they operate a fleet of 49 power units with 34 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Dry Van and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Shama Express LLC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 38 | 11 | 0 | 49 |
| Trailers | 57 | 1 | 0 | 58 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Shama Express LLC is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 34
MCS-150 Mileage: 3,095,560 miles (2025)
Driver Information
34
Total Drivers
34
CDL Drivers
34
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by SHAMA EXPRESS LLC
41 trucks and 44 trailers identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: May 12, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Volvo Truck, Utility Trailer Manufacturer, Hyundai Translead Trailers. Equipment breakdown: 44 SEMI-TRAILER, 40 TRUCK TRACTOR, 1 STRAIGHT TRUCK. Out-of-service rate is 28.2% — more than 1 in 4 inspections finds park-it issues. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| SEMI-TRAILER | 44 | 52% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 40 | 47% |
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | 1% |
Trailers (44 on record)
Trailers recorded pulling under this carrier's DOT number in FMCSA roadside inspections. Individual trailer plates and VINs are listed in the plate and vehicle sections above.
| Semi-trailer | 44 |
| Utility Trailer | 26 |
| Hyundai Translead | 8 |
| Bens | 2 |
| Transcraft | 2 |
| Unpublishe | 2 |
| Hyst | 1 |
| Reitnouer | 1 |
| Vangaurd | 1 |
| Vanguard National | 1 |
| Box or Van Enclosed Trailer | 38 |
| Flatbed or Platform Trailer | 5 |
| 53 ft | 43 |
| 2 axles | 42 |
Vehicle makes (7 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Volvo Truck | 36 | 42% |
| Utility Trailer Manufacturer | 27 | 32% |
| Hyundai Translead Trailers | 9 | 11% |
| Freightliner | 5 | 6% |
| Benson/wabash | 4 | 5% |
| Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | 3 | 4% |
| Reitnouer Inc | 1 | 1% |
Spec sheets, common recalls & complaints for the truck models this carrier operates.
License plates on file (20 shown, most recent first)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PWY4636 | OH | Volvo TRUCK TRACTOR | 5 | May 2026 |
| TTC6668 | OH | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | May 2026 |
| PWZ699 | OH | Volvo TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | May 2026 |
| 4113236 | ME | Vanguard National SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | May 2026 |
| PWK7082 | OH | Volvo TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | Apr 2026 |
| PWH9422 | OH | Volvo TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | Apr 2026 |
| TTQ1825 | OH | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | Apr 2026 |
| TRL2505 | OH | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| PWK4153 | OH | Volvo TRUCK TRACTOR | 8 | Apr 2026 |
| TRW4607 | OH | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 5 | Apr 2026 |
| PWU8022 | OH | Volvo TRUCK TRACTOR | 3 | Apr 2026 |
| TRW4600 | OH | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| PWJ5625 | OH | Freightliner TRUCK TRACTOR | 7 | Mar 2026 |
| TRV7969 | OH | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 4 | Mar 2026 |
| TRL2506 | OH | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | Mar 2026 |
| PWY4636 | OH | Volvo TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Mar 2026 |
| PXA5751 | OH | Freightliner TRUCK TRACTOR | 5 | Mar 2026 |
| TRG3455 | OH | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 4 | Mar 2026 |
| PWV1240 | OH | Volvo TRUCK TRACTOR | 4 | Mar 2026 |
| TRN6877 | OH | Bens SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Mar 2026 |
Plate registrations span 3 states: OH (82) · ME (2) · TN (1)
Recent active vehicles (12 shown of 85)
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. Recall status is VIN-specific — use the NHTSA recall lookup linked on each vehicle above to see whether a given VIN has open (unremedied) recalls, or verify with the OEM dealer.
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
91
Inspections
24 months
172
Violations
Total found
21
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-0.9%)
✓ Better than national average (-5.3%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/18/2026 | AR | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/14/2026 | MI | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 07/07/2026 | WV | Walk-Around | 2 | ✓ |
| 06/03/2026 | NJ | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 06/03/2026 | WV | Driver Only | 2 | ✓ |
| 06/03/2026 | KY | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 06/02/2026 | NY | Walk-Around | 13 | ✓ |
| 05/20/2026 | MD | Full | 1 | ✓ |
| 05/12/2026 | OH | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/11/2026 | PA | Full | 4 | ✓ |
| 05/07/2026 | MI | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 04/16/2026 | KY | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 04/16/2026 | KY | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 04/16/2026 | NY | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 04/13/2026 | KS | Walk-Around | 2 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 91 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$1 Million
HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | DC910044-02 | $1 Million | 04/30/2026 |
View Insurance History (20 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | DC910044-01 | 04/09/2025 | 11/28/2025 | TERM/CANCL | |
| WATFORD INSURANCE COMPANY | W38AF00152 | 11/09/2021 | 11/09/2023 | CANCEL | |
| PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY | SC20102488 | 08/17/2021 | 11/09/2021 | CANCEL | |
| PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY | SC19110503 | 11/09/2019 | 11/09/2020 | CANCEL | |
| STATE NATIONALSPECIALTY INSCO/NATIONAL SPECIA | JNG000141-00 | 04/23/2019 | 11/09/2019 | CANCEL | |
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | DC910044-01 | 04/09/2025 | 11/03/2025 | TERM/REPL | |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-01514-14 | 09/10/2014 | 09/10/2015 | CANCEL | |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-01514-13 | 09/10/2013 | 09/10/2014 | CANCEL | |
| ARTISAN & TRUCKERS CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 2036151 | 01/26/2013 | 09/10/2013 | TERM/REPL | |
| PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY | SC20102488 | 05/26/2021 | 08/17/2021 | CANCEL | |
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | DC910044-02 | 03/18/2026 | 05/28/2026 | TERM/CANCL | |
| PRIME INSURANCE COMPANY | SC20102488 | 11/09/2020 | 05/26/2021 | CANCEL | |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-05078-16 | 04/22/2016 | 05/05/2017 | TERM/CANCL | |
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | DC910044-01 | 02/12/2025 | 05/01/2025 | TERM/CANCL | |
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | DC910044-02 | 03/18/2026 | 04/30/2026 | TERM/REPL | |
| NAVIGATORS INSURANCE COMPANY | FA18MOT02058500 | 04/23/2018 | 04/23/2019 | TERM/REPL | |
| NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | 70TRB001943 | 04/22/2017 | 04/22/2018 | CANCEL | |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-05078-16 | 04/22/2016 | 04/22/2017 | TERM/REPL | |
| SPIRIT COMMERCIAL AUTO RR GROUP, INC | CAC 00001-1514-15 | 09/10/2015 | 04/22/2016 | TERM/REPL | |
| HIGHLANDER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | DC910044-02 | 01/02/2026 | 04/17/2026 | TERM/CANCL |
Insurance data sourced from FMCSA. Updated daily. Verify on FMCSA →
Crash History
7
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
3
Injuries
6
Tow-Aways
7 FMCSA-recordable
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/25/2026 | AR | TEXARKANA, AR | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 04/13/2026 | KS | KANSAS CITY, KS | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 01/21/2026 | KY | LEBANON JUNCTION, KY | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 06/13/2025 | OH | HOMER (TOWNSHIP OF), OH | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 06/03/2025 | MD | WILLIAMSPORT, MD | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 09/28/2024 | IN | INDIANAPOLIS, IN | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 09/19/2024 | PA | FRANKLIN TOWNSHIP, PA | 0 | 1 | No |
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 SHAMA EXPRESS LLC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, SHAMA EXPRESS LLC is inferred to operate: Dry Van and Box Truck.
Is SHAMA EXPRESS LLC's authority currently active?
SHAMA EXPRESS LLC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has SHAMA EXPRESS LLC been in business?
SHAMA EXPRESS LLC has been registered with the FMCSA since December 2012, making their authority approximately 13 years, 7 months old.
Where is SHAMA EXPRESS LLC located?
SHAMA EXPRESS LLC is physically located at 1014 COMMERCE DR, GRAFTON, OH 44044.
Roadside Inspection History 91 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
SHAMA EXPRESS LLC has been inspected 91 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in OH, NY, KY. Out of these, 16 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 395.8E-HOSPD — 14 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-18 | AR | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-14 | MI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2026-07-07 | WV | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | — |
| 2026-06-03 | NJ | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-06-03 | WV | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | — |
| 2026-06-03 | KY | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-06-02 | NY | Level 2 · Walk-around | 13 | — |
| 2026-05-20 | MD | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 1 | — |
| 2026-05-12 | OH | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-05-11 | PA | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 4 | — |
| 2026-05-07 | MI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2026-04-16 | KY | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-04-16 | KY | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-04-16 | NY | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-04-13 | KS | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | — |
| 2026-04-13 | OH | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | — |
| 2026-04-06 | OH | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-03-24 | NC | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-03-24 | AL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | — |
| 2026-03-22 | KY | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 1 | — |
| 2026-03-04 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 7 | — |
| 2026-02-04 | SC | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-02-04 | NY | Level 2 · Walk-around | 4 | — |
| 2026-01-20 | OH | Level 2 · Walk-around | 3 | — |
| 2026-01-16 | NY | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | — |
Showing 25 of 91 inspections. View full history →
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.
Roadside Violation Profile
Across FMCSA roadside inspections (rolling 24 months), SHAMA EXPRESS LLC was cited for 118 violations, of which 20 (17%) placed a driver or vehicle out of service.
| BASIC category | Violations | Out-of-service |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 50 | 13 |
| Hours-of-Service Compliance | 35 | 4 |
| Unsafe Driving | 30 | 0 |
| Driver Fitness | 3 | 3 |
Source: FMCSA roadside-inspection violation records (rolling 24-month summary). Counts reflect citations across all inspections under this carrier's DOT number; see Inspection History for individual inspection events. Violation severity and CSA percentile scores are shown in the Safety & Compliance section.
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