VIKING TRANSPORTATION INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2975712
MC Number
942910
Fleet Size
159
Total Drivers
99
Last updated: March 15, 2026
Safety overview
VIKING TRANSPORTATION INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in GRIFFITH, Indiana, operating 159 power units with 99 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 5 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. They have 13 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 216 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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 Indiana is 11.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 44,656 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
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
216
Total
70%
Driver %
Crash history
13
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is VIKING TRANSPORTATION INC authorized to operate?
Yes. VIKING TRANSPORTATION INC (USDOT #2975712) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is VIKING TRANSPORTATION INC's safety record?
VIKING TRANSPORTATION INC has 5 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does VIKING TRANSPORTATION INC operate?
VIKING TRANSPORTATION INC operates 159 power units with 99 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does VIKING TRANSPORTATION INC transport hazardous materials?
No. VIKING TRANSPORTATION INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is VIKING TRANSPORTATION INC located?
VIKING TRANSPORTATION INC is based in GRIFFITH, Indiana at 2021 N GRIFFITH BLVD #A, 46319. Phone: (219) 301-0043.
What are VIKING TRANSPORTATION INC's out-of-service rates?
VIKING TRANSPORTATION INC's driver out-of-service rate is 4.7%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 39.4% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.