SMG CARRIERS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2770568
MC Number
61852
Fleet Size
10
Total Drivers
13
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
SMG CARRIERS INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in OCEANSIDE, California, operating 10 power units with 13 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. They have 2 crashes on file. FMCSA records show 68 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
68
Total
59%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Trisura Specialty Insurance Company — eff. Dec 21, 2025
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
2
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SMG CARRIERS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for SMG CARRIERS INC (USDOT #2770568) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is SMG CARRIERS INC's safety record?
SMG CARRIERS INC has 68 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 SMG CARRIERS INC operate?
SMG CARRIERS INC operates 10 power units with 13 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does SMG CARRIERS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. SMG CARRIERS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SMG CARRIERS INC located?
SMG CARRIERS INC is based in OCEANSIDE, California at 5660 ROANE DR, 92057. Phone: (760) 277-2042.
What are SMG CARRIERS INC's out-of-service rates?
SMG CARRIERS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 6.1%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 8.9%, 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.