STERLING CORPORATION
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2137906
MC Number
219181
Fleet Size
12
Total Drivers
21
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 30, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
STERLING CORPORATION is a small interstate motor carrier based in LOWELL, Massachusetts, operating 12 power units with 21 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 0.0% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 2 crashes on file. FMCSA records show 11 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 Massachusetts is 15.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 28.4% across 39,094 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
11
Total
61%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
VANLINER INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Aug 31, 2016
Cargo
VANLINER INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Aug 31, 2016
Surety Bond
HARTFORD FIRE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jun 5, 2019
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
2
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is STERLING CORPORATION authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for STERLING CORPORATION (USDOT #2137906) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is STERLING CORPORATION's safety record?
STERLING CORPORATION has 11 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 2 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 STERLING CORPORATION operate?
STERLING CORPORATION operates 12 power units with 21 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does STERLING CORPORATION transport hazardous materials?
No. STERLING CORPORATION does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is STERLING CORPORATION located?
STERLING CORPORATION is based in LOWELL, Massachusetts at 263 INDUSTRIAL AVE, 01852. Phone: (978) 322-2780.
What are STERLING CORPORATION's out-of-service rates?
STERLING CORPORATION's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, 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 14.3%, 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.