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Carrier profile · USDOT 2124287 · MC-740221 ·
Universe Carrier Inc
210 power unitsavg 4.5 yrNational · 49 statesHUNTLEY, IL88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-740221 ACTIVEHAZMAT
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
210Power units
270 observed · MCS-150
286Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
4.5Avg age (yr)
1997–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision ·
Clear to load
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In good standing · 4
Active operating authorityActive for-hire authority is on file with FMCSA.Insurance on fileBIPD (liability) insurance is on file with FMCSA.Established 16 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 2011.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 1205 inspections.
Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersNewer
4.5 yr
Model years 1997–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
15 yr unchanged
Same registration since 2011 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
176 other inspections in border states, with no named crossing match.
A named inspection location does not confirm a border transit or operating authority. Counts cover retained inspection records.
Verification summary
UNIVERSE CARRIER INC (USDOT 2124287) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record. FMCSA profile data as of Aug 16, 2026.
The carrier holds active common for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I. FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $1,000,000 limit in force from MS TRANSVERSE INSURANCE COMPANY effective Oct 31, 2025 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Aug 16, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 20.1% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier received 865 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 417 vehicle-level and 865 driver-level — across 49 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier has 26 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 2 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
It reports 210 power units and 216 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated May 4, 2026. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has no FMCSA-assigned safety rating in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is UNIVERSE CARRIER INC's USDOT number?
UNIVERSE CARRIER INC's USDOT number is 2124287, and its motor carrier number is MC-740221.
Is UNIVERSE CARRIER INC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026. UNIVERSE CARRIER INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is UNIVERSE CARRIER INC's safety record?
UNIVERSE CARRIER INC has a 20.1% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 1,205 roadside inspections, with 26 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and is not currently rated by FMCSA. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is UNIVERSE CARRIER INC's fleet?
UNIVERSE CARRIER INC operates 210 power units and 216 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is UNIVERSE CARRIER INC based?
UNIVERSE CARRIER INC is based in HUNTLEY, IL, with roadside inspections recorded across 49 states.
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