SMS FREIGHT LLC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
3047571
MC Number
48115
Fleet Size
573
Total Drivers
563
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 9, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
SMS FREIGHT LLC is a large interstate motor carrier based in MELVINDALE, Michigan, operating 573 power units with 563 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 0.0% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 23 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 Michigan is 11.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 76,022 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
23
Total
66%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Auto-Owners Insurance Company — eff. Jul 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
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SMS FREIGHT LLC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for SMS FREIGHT LLC (USDOT #3047571) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is SMS FREIGHT LLC's safety record?
SMS FREIGHT LLC has 23 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 SMS FREIGHT LLC operate?
SMS FREIGHT LLC operates 573 power units with 563 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does SMS FREIGHT LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. SMS FREIGHT LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SMS FREIGHT LLC located?
SMS FREIGHT LLC is based in MELVINDALE, Michigan at 18294 HARMAN ST, 48122-1404. Phone: (313) 399-0998.
What are SMS FREIGHT LLC's out-of-service rates?
SMS FREIGHT LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, 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 41.7%, 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.