TENNESSEE STEEL HAULERS LLC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: TSH
USDOT
159317
MC Number
143621
Fleet Size
526
Total Drivers
532
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
TENNESSEE STEEL HAULERS LLC is a large interstate motor carrier based in NASHVILLE, Tennessee, operating 526 power units with 532 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 3 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.6% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 40 crashes on file (14 with injuries). FMCSA records show 1287 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 Tennessee is 11.5% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.3% across 23,188 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
1287
Total
65%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. May 1, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA — eff. Apr 18, 2022
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
40
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is TENNESSEE STEEL HAULERS LLC authorized to operate?
Yes. TENNESSEE STEEL HAULERS LLC (USDOT #159317) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is TENNESSEE STEEL HAULERS LLC's safety record?
TENNESSEE STEEL HAULERS LLC has 3 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 TENNESSEE STEEL HAULERS LLC operate?
TENNESSEE STEEL HAULERS LLC operates 526 power units with 532 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does TENNESSEE STEEL HAULERS LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. TENNESSEE STEEL HAULERS LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is TENNESSEE STEEL HAULERS LLC located?
TENNESSEE STEEL HAULERS LLC is based in NASHVILLE, Tennessee at 2607 BRICK CHURCH PIKE, 37207. Phone: (615) 271-2400.
What are TENNESSEE STEEL HAULERS LLC's out-of-service rates?
TENNESSEE STEEL HAULERS LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.6%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 22.6% (national average: 20.72%).