EMPIRE FREIGHT SYSTEM INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1546562
MC Number
574860
Fleet Size
15
Total Drivers
18
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 9, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
EMPIRE FREIGHT SYSTEM INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in PALMDALE, California, operating 15 power units with 18 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 1.3% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 79 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 California is 9.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 22.6% across 319,565 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
79
Total
58%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jun 26, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is EMPIRE FREIGHT SYSTEM INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for EMPIRE FREIGHT SYSTEM INC (USDOT #1546562) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is EMPIRE FREIGHT SYSTEM INC's safety record?
EMPIRE FREIGHT SYSTEM INC has 79 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 1 matching crash. 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 EMPIRE FREIGHT SYSTEM INC operate?
EMPIRE FREIGHT SYSTEM INC operates 15 power units with 18 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does EMPIRE FREIGHT SYSTEM INC transport hazardous materials?
No. EMPIRE FREIGHT SYSTEM INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is EMPIRE FREIGHT SYSTEM INC located?
EMPIRE FREIGHT SYSTEM INC is based in PALMDALE, California at 3434 RACQUET LANE, 93551. Phone: (661) 810-7774.
What are EMPIRE FREIGHT SYSTEM INC's out-of-service rates?
EMPIRE FREIGHT SYSTEM INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.3%, 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 21.8%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026.