PANDA TRUCKS LLC

AUTHORIZED

DBA: PANDA TRUCKS

14801 LAKE FOREST DR, LUTZ, FL, 33559|(203) 885-1222

USDOT

3261005

MC Number

1028010

Fleet Size

15

Total Drivers

15

Last updated: March 12, 2026

Safety overview

PANDA TRUCKS LLC is a small interstate motor carrier based in LUTZ, Florida, operating 15 power units with 15 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. They have 1 crash on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 59 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
86%
HOS / Fatigue
86%
👤Driver Fitness
87%
Controlled Substances
37%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
78%

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.

Driver OOS rate5.1%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate29.6%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Florida is 15.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.7% across 141,370 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

59

Total

69%

Driver %

Driver Inspections59
Vehicle Inspections27
Driver OOS Rate5.1%
Vehicle OOS Rate29.6%

Crash history

1

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes1
Tow Crashes1

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Frequently asked questions

Is PANDA TRUCKS LLC authorized to operate?

Yes. PANDA TRUCKS LLC (USDOT #3261005) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is PANDA TRUCKS LLC's safety record?

PANDA TRUCKS LLC has 4 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 PANDA TRUCKS LLC operate?

PANDA TRUCKS LLC operates 15 power units with 15 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does PANDA TRUCKS LLC transport hazardous materials?

No. PANDA TRUCKS LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is PANDA TRUCKS LLC located?

PANDA TRUCKS LLC is based in LUTZ, Florida at 14801 LAKE FOREST DR, 33559. Phone: (203) 885-1222.

What are PANDA TRUCKS LLC's out-of-service rates?

PANDA TRUCKS LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 5.1%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 29.6% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.