UNIVERSAL INTERMODAL SERVICES INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: UNIVERSAL
USDOT
1162977
MC Number
468507
Fleet Size
124
Total Drivers
116
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: September 27, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
UNIVERSAL INTERMODAL SERVICES INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in WARREN, Michigan, operating 124 power units with 116 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 0.6% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 32 crashes on file (1 fatal, 11 with injuries). FMCSA records show 485 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl 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.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Michigan is 12.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.1% across 76,881 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
Inspections
485
Total
58%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Cherokee Insurance Company — eff. Jan 1, 2026
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Cherokee Insurance Company — eff. Oct 4, 2022
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Sep 28, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
32
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is UNIVERSAL INTERMODAL SERVICES INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for UNIVERSAL INTERMODAL SERVICES INC (USDOT #1162977) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is UNIVERSAL INTERMODAL SERVICES INC's safety record?
UNIVERSAL INTERMODAL SERVICES INC has 485 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 32 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 UNIVERSAL INTERMODAL SERVICES INC operate?
UNIVERSAL INTERMODAL SERVICES INC operates 124 power units with 116 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does UNIVERSAL INTERMODAL SERVICES INC transport hazardous materials?
No. UNIVERSAL INTERMODAL SERVICES INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is UNIVERSAL INTERMODAL SERVICES INC located?
UNIVERSAL INTERMODAL SERVICES INC is based in WARREN, Michigan at 12755 E 9 MILE, 48089. Phone: (800) 233-9445.
What are UNIVERSAL INTERMODAL SERVICES INC's out-of-service rates?
UNIVERSAL INTERMODAL SERVICES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.6%, 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 27.4%, 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.