Star Construction LLC
Knoxville, TN
Profile data updated Jul 4, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Caution
FMCSA data ↓
490
Power Units
308
Drivers
Est. 1985 (40 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
STAR CONSTRUCTION LLC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since August 1985. Based in KNOXVILLE, TN, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles) and intrastate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Dump Truck, Car Hauler, Box Truck and Doubles/Triples.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Star Construction LLC operates the following equipment types:
Need dispatch for this equipment type?
Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 487 | 0 | 0 | 487 |
| Tractors | 3 | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Trailers | 460 | 0 | 0 | 460 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Star Construction LLC is authorized to transport the following 6 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 138
MCS-150 Mileage: 4,110,380 miles (2024)
Driver Information
308
Total Drivers
138
CDL Drivers
200
Interstate Drivers
108
Intrastate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by STAR CONSTRUCTION LLC
84 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: May 12, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Ford, Trlr, Freightliner. Equipment breakdown: 42 STRAIGHT TRUCK, 29 SEMI-TRAILER, 7 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 (5 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 42 | 50% |
| SEMI-TRAILER | 29 | 35% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 7 | 8% |
| OTHER | 4 | 5% |
| FULL TRAILER | 2 | 2% |
Vehicle makes (13 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | 38 | 45% |
| Trlr | 14 | 17% |
| Freightliner | 7 | 8% |
| Lucon | 7 | 8% |
| Unpublishe | 7 | 8% |
| Unknown | 4 | 5% |
| Western Star | 1 | 1% |
| Courier | 1 | 1% |
| Falco Mfg. | 1 | 1% |
| Mack | 1 | 1% |
| Trln | 1 | 1% |
| Internatio | 1 | 1% |
| UNK | 1 | 1% |
License plates on file (20 shown of 84 plates)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 58AP5D8 | AL | FRHT STRAIGHT TRUCK | 2 | May 2026 |
| H479304 | TN | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 3 | Apr 2026 |
| U2022HY | TN | WESTERN ST TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Mar 2026 |
| 265532T | TN | TRLR SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Mar 2026 |
| H458299 | TN | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 2 | Feb 2026 |
| 693503T | TN | TRLR SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 750886 | KY | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 2 | Feb 2026 |
| 621543T | TN | TRLR SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| H483250 | TN | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 424974T | TN | UNPUBLISHE SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| H474220 | TN | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 6 | Feb 2026 |
| 032219T | UK | TRLR SEMI-TRAILER | 3 | Jan 2026 |
| H474229 | TN | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Jan 2026 |
| H483245 | TN | FORD TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Jan 2026 |
| 425557T | TN | TRLR SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Jan 2026 |
| H488692 | TN | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Dec 2025 |
| 621525T | TN | TRLR OTHER | 1 | Dec 2025 |
| 44A5N2P | AL | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 2 | Nov 2025 |
| 44A5NWA | AL | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Nov 2025 |
| 266180T | TN | UNPUBLISHE SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Nov 2025 |
Plate registrations span 8 states: TN (63) · KY (9) · UK (4) · AL (4) · TX (1) · OH (1) · FL (1) · MS (1)
Recent active vehicles (12 shown of 84)
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 TN
Looking for dispatch services for these equipment types in TN?
Verify on Official Sources
Cross-reference this carrier's data with official FMCSA systems:
Safety Performance
Average
Near national average
O Trucking Safety Grade
62
Inspections
24 months
56
Violations
Total found
22
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-1.0%)
✗ Worse than national average (+7.3%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/10/2026 | AL | Full | 1 | ✓ |
| 05/12/2026 | AL | Full | 2 | ✓ |
| 04/09/2026 | KY | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 03/16/2026 | KY | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 03/04/2026 | TN | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/23/2026 | KY | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/20/2026 | KY | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/11/2026 | TN | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 02/11/2026 | KY | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/05/2026 | KY | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 02/02/2026 | KY | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 01/20/2026 | TN | Full | 1 | 1 |
| 01/06/2026 | KY | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 12/23/2025 | KY | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 12/17/2025 | KY | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 62 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Crash History
6
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
3
Injuries
6
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01/20/2026 | AL | HUNTSVILLE, AL | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 10/24/2025 | TN | NOT IN CITY LIMIT, TN | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 10/21/2025 | TN | NOT IN CITY LIMIT, TN | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 07/29/2025 | AL | RURAL BLOUNT, AL | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 05/22/2025 | MO | SPRINGFIELD, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 09/13/2024 | MO | WILDWOOD, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
Recent Changes
Changes tracked daily from FMCSA data.
Is Star Construction LLC Legitimate? Safety & Fraud Check
A quick, plain-English check of whether this carrier looks safe and legitimate to hire — based on public FMCSA and U.S. Treasury records. It's a screening aid, not a guarantee; always confirm on the official FMCSA SAFER site.
These checks use public U.S. government records — the carrier's license status, safety-inspection and crash history, ownership links, and the U.S. Treasury sanctions list — refreshed automatically. A flag doesn't prove wrongdoing; it's a prompt to verify before you do business.
Reviews of Star Construction LLC
Have you worked with this carrier?
Be the first to share your experience — communication, equipment, and reliability. Honest reviews help other brokers and shippers decide who to trust. Takes under a minute.
Write the first review✍ Leave a review of Star Construction LLC
Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does STAR CONSTRUCTION LLC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, STAR CONSTRUCTION LLC is inferred to operate: Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Dump Truck, Car Hauler, Box Truck and Doubles/Triples.
Is STAR CONSTRUCTION LLC's authority currently active?
STAR CONSTRUCTION LLC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has STAR CONSTRUCTION LLC been in business?
STAR CONSTRUCTION LLC has been registered with the FMCSA since August 1985, making their authority approximately 40 years, 11 months old.
Where is STAR CONSTRUCTION LLC located?
STAR CONSTRUCTION LLC is physically located at 6621 ASHEVILLE HWY, KNOXVILLE, TN 37924-3704.
How can a Flatbed carrier in TN get more loads?
Truck dispatch services connect owner-operators and small fleets with shippers and brokers, handling load booking, rate negotiation, paperwork, and back-office tasks. O Trucking dispatches flatbed and other freight nationwide for a flat weekly rate of $250/week per semi-truck ($350/week per box truck or hotshot). No commission, no contracts. No long-term contracts. 24/7 dispatch coverage and rate negotiation included. Learn more at our dispatch service for Flatbed.
How does a fleet like STAR CONSTRUCTION LLC find qualified CDL drivers to hire in TN?
Most fleets in TN source drivers through a combination of: (1) ATS-listed job posting boards (Indeed, ZipRecruiter, CDLLife), (2) driver recruiting agencies that pre-screen candidates, (3) state-specific CDL school relationships, and (4) referral bonuses from current drivers. Average hire-cost in 2026 is $8,234–$20,729 per driver when factoring in recruiting spend, onboarding, and turnover. Read O Trucking's driver hiring guide for TN for benchmarks, average wages, and FMCSA hiring compliance requirements.
How do I verify a freight broker before hauling for them?
Before booking a load with any broker, verify: (1) active MC broker authority on FMCSA SAFER, (2) active BMC-84 surety bond or BMC-85 trust fund on FMCSA L&I, (3) double-brokering history via broker-credit reports, (4) days-to-pay reputation through carrier forums. O Trucking maintains an FMCSA-licensed broker directory with TN-based brokers — see our broker directory for TN.
Roadside Inspection History 62 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
STAR CONSTRUCTION LLC has been inspected 62 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in KY, TN, AL. Out of these, 17 inspections (about 27%) 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 396.17C — 5 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-10 | AL | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 1 | — |
| 2026-05-12 | AL | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 2 | — |
| 2026-04-09 | KY | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-03-16 | KY | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-03-04 | TN | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2026-02-23 | KY | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-02-20 | KY | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-02-11 | TN | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2026-02-11 | KY | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2026-02-05 | KY | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-02-02 | KY | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-01-20 | TN | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 1 | OOS · 1 |
| 2026-01-06 | KY | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2025-12-23 | KY | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2025-12-17 | KY | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2025-12-03 | KY | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2025-11-25 | KY | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2025-11-18 | AL | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-11-10 | KY | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2025-11-05 | KY | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2025-10-16 | TN | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2025-10-08 | KY | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | — |
| 2025-09-23 | MS | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2025-09-08 | MS | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 3 | — |
| 2025-09-03 | KY | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
Showing 25 of 62 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.
Related Carriers in TN
A&B INSULATION LLC
ActiveDOT# 4133571 · CROSS PLAINS, TN
26,000 power units
CHESCO LLC
ActiveDOT# 4117325 · HENDERSON, TN
15,000 power units
SMYRNA READY MIX CONCRETE LLC
ActiveDOT# 1738904 · MURFREESBORO, TN
6,278 power units
US XPRESS INC
ActiveDOT# 303024 · CHATTANOOGA, TN
4,953 power units
WESTERN EXPRESS INC
ActiveDOT# 511412 · NASHVILLE, TN
3,332 power units
SERVICE ELECTRIC COMPANY
ActiveDOT# 391773 · CHATTANOOGA, TN
1,090 power units
Carrier History & Continuity
Research signals that connect this carrier to other USDOT entities — useful for shippers, brokers, and insurers performing due diligence.
Other USDOT Registrations Sharing Officer Names (1)
Officer names listed on this carrier's MCS-150 also appear on the following USDOT registrations in FMCSA's public database. Common names may match unrelated individuals; this is a research starting point, not an accusation. Always verify directly with FMCSA before drawing conclusions.
Other Carriers Registered at This Address (1)
These carriers list the same physical street, city, and state in FMCSA's public database. Shared addresses commonly reflect legitimate co-located businesses, multi-fleet owners, or registered-agent services. Always verify directly with FMCSA before drawing conclusions.
About this data: All entries above come from FMCSA's public USDOT registry (MCS-150 filings). We surface name and address overlaps so shippers, brokers, and insurers can perform their own due diligence. The presence of an entry here does not imply wrongdoing by any party.
For background on FMCSA's chameleon-carrier risk-based vetting program: FMCSA methodology →
For Carriers & Fleet Owners
Hiring Drivers for Your Fleet?
Tell us your requirements — equipment, lanes, pay range, home-time preferences. Our team recruits and pre-screens drivers from our nationwide network and sends you matched candidates within 48 hours. No upfront fees, no contracts.
- ✓ CDL & non-CDL drivers across all 50 states
- ✓ Equipment-specific matching (dry van, reefer, flatbed, etc.)
- ✓ Pre-screened MVR, PSP, employment history
- ✓ Local, regional & OTR placements
Is this your company? Claim this profile