FIRST CHOICE TRANSPORT INC

AUTHORIZED
6486 RIDINGS RD, SYRACUSE, NY, 13206|(315) 991-8573

USDOT

1626502

MC Number

856166

Fleet Size

19

Total Drivers

27

Last updated: March 16, 2026

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Safety overview

FIRST CHOICE TRANSPORT INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in SYRACUSE, New York, operating 19 power units with 27 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 1.6% comes in under the 5.51% national average. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 62 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 rate1.6%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate11.9%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in New York is 13.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 25.6% across 123,054 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

62

Total

60%

Driver %

Driver Inspections62
Vehicle Inspections42
Driver OOS Rate1.6%
Vehicle OOS Rate11.9%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

NORTH RIVER INSURANCE CO. — eff. Sep 15, 2025

$750,000ACTIVE

Cargo

Not on file

Surety Bond

Not on file

Trust Fund

Not on file

Crash history

0

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes0

Frequently asked questions

Is FIRST CHOICE TRANSPORT INC authorized to operate?

Yes. FIRST CHOICE TRANSPORT INC (USDOT #1626502) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is FIRST CHOICE TRANSPORT INC's safety record?

FIRST CHOICE TRANSPORT INC has 62 inspections on file and no crashes on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.

How many trucks does FIRST CHOICE TRANSPORT INC operate?

FIRST CHOICE TRANSPORT INC operates 19 power units with 27 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does FIRST CHOICE TRANSPORT INC transport hazardous materials?

No. FIRST CHOICE TRANSPORT INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is FIRST CHOICE TRANSPORT INC located?

FIRST CHOICE TRANSPORT INC is based in SYRACUSE, New York at 6486 RIDINGS RD, 13206. Phone: (315) 991-8573.

What are FIRST CHOICE TRANSPORT INC's out-of-service rates?

FIRST CHOICE TRANSPORT INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.6%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 11.9% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.