SALEM CARRIERS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
229354
MC Number
162239
Fleet Size
317
Total Drivers
349
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
SALEM CARRIERS INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in WINSTON SALEM, North Carolina, operating 317 power units with 349 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 0.2% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 13 crashes on file (2 fatal, 3 with injuries). FMCSA records show 546 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 North Carolina is 12.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.1% across 50,491 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
546
Total
72%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. — eff. Oct 1, 2019
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA — eff. Oct 1, 2013
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
13
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SALEM CARRIERS INC authorized to operate?
Yes. SALEM CARRIERS INC (USDOT #229354) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is SALEM CARRIERS INC's safety record?
SALEM CARRIERS INC has 546 inspections on file and 13 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 SALEM CARRIERS INC operate?
SALEM CARRIERS INC operates 317 power units with 349 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does SALEM CARRIERS INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. SALEM CARRIERS INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is SALEM CARRIERS INC located?
SALEM CARRIERS INC is based in WINSTON SALEM, North Carolina at 175 CHARLOIS BLVD, 27103-1521. Phone: (336) 768-6896.
What are SALEM CARRIERS INC's out-of-service rates?
SALEM CARRIERS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.2%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 11.6% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.