CELTIC CARTAGE INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1197429
MC Number
476351
Fleet Size
185
Total Drivers
185
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 16, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
CELTIC CARTAGE INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in PALOS HILLS, Illinois, operating 185 power units with 185 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 1.1% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 9 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 195 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.
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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 Illinois is 10.0% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.4% across 52,488 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
195
Total
60%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Great West Casualty Co — eff. Apr 1, 2024
Cargo
LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Oct 14, 2007
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
9
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is CELTIC CARTAGE INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for CELTIC CARTAGE INC (USDOT #1197429) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is CELTIC CARTAGE INC's safety record?
CELTIC CARTAGE INC has 195 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 9 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 CELTIC CARTAGE INC operate?
CELTIC CARTAGE INC operates 185 power units with 185 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does CELTIC CARTAGE INC transport hazardous materials?
No. CELTIC CARTAGE INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is CELTIC CARTAGE INC located?
CELTIC CARTAGE INC is based in PALOS HILLS, Illinois at 11260 SOUTHWEST HWY, 60465. Phone: (708) 974-1405.
What are CELTIC CARTAGE INC's out-of-service rates?
CELTIC CARTAGE INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.1%, 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 27.6%, 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.