SWEET EXPRESS LLC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1128178
MC Number
459522
Fleet Size
429
Total Drivers
325
Last updated: March 14, 2026
Safety overview
SWEET EXPRESS LLC is a large interstate motor carrier based in GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan, operating 429 power units with 325 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 5 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 1.6% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 52 crashes on file (2 fatal, 20 with injuries). FMCSA records show 823 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Michigan is 11.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.3% across 74,437 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
823
Total
69%
Driver %
Crash history
52
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SWEET EXPRESS LLC authorized to operate?
Yes. SWEET EXPRESS LLC (USDOT #1128178) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is SWEET EXPRESS LLC's safety record?
SWEET EXPRESS LLC has 5 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does SWEET EXPRESS LLC operate?
SWEET EXPRESS LLC operates 429 power units with 325 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does SWEET EXPRESS LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. SWEET EXPRESS LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SWEET EXPRESS LLC located?
SWEET EXPRESS LLC is based in GRAND RAPIDS, Michigan at 3050 BRETON RD SE, 49512. Phone: (616) 241-9200.
What are SWEET EXPRESS LLC's out-of-service rates?
SWEET EXPRESS LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.6%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 28.3% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.