KENNETH SMITH INC

AUTHORIZED
2596 DETROIT ROAD, NILES, MI, 49120|(269) 684-5960

USDOT

115868

MC Number

290662

Fleet Size

29

Total Drivers

30

FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 2, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.

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Safety overview

KENNETH SMITH INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in NILES, Michigan, operating 29 power units with 30 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 7 crashes on file (5 with injuries). FMCSA records show 26 inspections for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.

BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.

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.

Driver OOS rate0.0%
National average6.7%
Vehicle OOS rate13.3%
National average23.4%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Michigan is 11.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 76,022 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
No
Safety Rating Date
N/A

Inspections

26

Total

63%

Driver %

Driver Inspections26
Vehicle Inspections15
Driver OOS Rate0.0%
Vehicle OOS Rate13.3%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

BITCO General Insurance Corporation — eff. Jun 30, 2021

$750,000ACTIVE

Cargo

Not on file

Surety Bond

Not on file

Trust Fund

Not on file

Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.

Crash history

7

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes5
Tow Crashes6

Frequently asked questions

Is KENNETH SMITH INC authorized to operate?

CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for KENNETH SMITH INC (USDOT #115868) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.

What is KENNETH SMITH INC's safety record?

KENNETH SMITH INC has 26 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 7 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.

How many trucks does KENNETH SMITH INC operate?

KENNETH SMITH INC operates 29 power units with 30 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does KENNETH SMITH INC transport hazardous materials?

No. KENNETH SMITH INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is KENNETH SMITH INC located?

KENNETH SMITH INC is based in NILES, Michigan at 2596 DETROIT ROAD, 49120. Phone: (269) 684-5960.

What are KENNETH SMITH INC's out-of-service rates?

KENNETH SMITH INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 13.3%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.