UNIVERSE CARGO GROUP INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2549801
MC Number
888149
Fleet Size
56
Total Drivers
56
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 2, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
UNIVERSE CARGO GROUP INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in SAINT CHARLES, Illinois, operating 56 power units with 56 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 2.0% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 5 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 51 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.
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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 Illinois is 9.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.3% across 51,775 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
51
Total
80%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Trisura Insurance Company — eff. Oct 28, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
5
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is UNIVERSE CARGO GROUP INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for UNIVERSE CARGO GROUP INC (USDOT #2549801) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is UNIVERSE CARGO GROUP INC's safety record?
UNIVERSE CARGO GROUP INC has 51 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 5 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 UNIVERSE CARGO GROUP INC operate?
UNIVERSE CARGO GROUP INC operates 56 power units with 56 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does UNIVERSE CARGO GROUP INC transport hazardous materials?
No. UNIVERSE CARGO GROUP INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is UNIVERSE CARGO GROUP INC located?
UNIVERSE CARGO GROUP INC is based in SAINT CHARLES, Illinois at 1317 HAWKINS CT, 60174. Phone: (708) 938-4199.
What are UNIVERSE CARGO GROUP INC's out-of-service rates?
UNIVERSE CARGO GROUP INC's driver out-of-service rate is 2.0%, 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 7.7%, 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.