DESERT CARAVAN INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: 46237
USDOT
3518329
MC Number
1166945
Fleet Size
16
Total Drivers
12
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
DESERT CARAVAN INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in BROWNSBURG, Indiana, operating 16 power units with 12 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 5.51% national average. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 8 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 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
Inspections
8
Total
62%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
TRISURA INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Dec 10, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is DESERT CARAVAN INC authorized to operate?
Yes. DESERT CARAVAN INC (USDOT #3518329) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is DESERT CARAVAN INC's safety record?
DESERT CARAVAN INC has 8 inspections on file and 1 crash on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does DESERT CARAVAN INC operate?
DESERT CARAVAN INC operates 16 power units with 12 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does DESERT CARAVAN INC transport hazardous materials?
No. DESERT CARAVAN INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is DESERT CARAVAN INC located?
DESERT CARAVAN INC is based in BROWNSBURG, Indiana at 5724 GREEN ST 2ND FLOOR, 46112. Phone: (317) 793-7337.
What are DESERT CARAVAN INC's out-of-service rates?
DESERT CARAVAN INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 60.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.