GOLDEN WEST CARRIER INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2573307
MC Number
899668
Fleet Size
12
Total Drivers
17
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
GOLDEN WEST CARRIER INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in BAKERSFIELD, California, operating 12 power units with 17 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 25.0% runs above the national average of 6.7%. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 32 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 California is 9.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 22.8% across 321,883 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
32
Total
64%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
SOUTHLAKE SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jan 29, 2026
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is GOLDEN WEST CARRIER INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for GOLDEN WEST CARRIER INC (USDOT #2573307) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is GOLDEN WEST CARRIER INC's safety record?
GOLDEN WEST CARRIER INC has 32 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 1 matching crash. 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 GOLDEN WEST CARRIER INC operate?
GOLDEN WEST CARRIER INC operates 12 power units with 17 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does GOLDEN WEST CARRIER INC transport hazardous materials?
No. GOLDEN WEST CARRIER INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is GOLDEN WEST CARRIER INC located?
GOLDEN WEST CARRIER INC is based in BAKERSFIELD, California at 4308 IRONROCK AVE, 93313. Phone: (661) 246-6782.
What are GOLDEN WEST CARRIER INC's out-of-service rates?
GOLDEN WEST CARRIER INC's driver out-of-service rate is 25.0%, 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 33.3%, 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.