HORIZON FREIGHT SYSTEM INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
237360
MC Number
169607
Fleet Size
354
Total Drivers
354
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 16, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
HORIZON FREIGHT SYSTEM INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in CLEVELAND, Ohio, operating 354 power units with 354 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 1.9% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 15 crashes on file (5 with injuries). FMCSA records show 315 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 Ohio is 11.0% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 28.0% across 50,277 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
315
Total
60%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Old Republic Insurance Company — eff. Sep 1, 2023
Cargo
AGCS Marine Insurance Company — eff. Sep 1, 2010
Surety Bond
Fidelity & Deposit Co. of Maryland — eff. Oct 1, 2013
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
15
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is HORIZON FREIGHT SYSTEM INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for HORIZON FREIGHT SYSTEM INC (USDOT #237360) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is HORIZON FREIGHT SYSTEM INC's safety record?
HORIZON FREIGHT SYSTEM INC has 315 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 15 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 HORIZON FREIGHT SYSTEM INC operate?
HORIZON FREIGHT SYSTEM INC operates 354 power units with 354 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does HORIZON FREIGHT SYSTEM INC transport hazardous materials?
No. HORIZON FREIGHT SYSTEM INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is HORIZON FREIGHT SYSTEM INC located?
HORIZON FREIGHT SYSTEM INC is based in CLEVELAND, Ohio at 8777 ROCKSIDE ROAD, 44125. Phone: (216) 341-7410.
What are HORIZON FREIGHT SYSTEM INC's out-of-service rates?
HORIZON FREIGHT SYSTEM INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.9%, 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 33.5%, 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.