ESSENTIAL CARGO LLC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: ESSENTIAL CARGO
USDOT
3662491
MC Number
1266791
Fleet Size
2
Total Drivers
2
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 30, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
ESSENTIAL CARGO LLC is a small interstate motor carrier based in ALEXANDRIA, Virginia, operating 2 power units with 2 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 11.1% runs above the national average of 6.7%. The current imported FMCSA crash snapshot returned no matching crash rows for this carrier; this is not proof that no crash occurred. FMCSA records show 9 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 Virginia is 15.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 28.9% across 24,865 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
9
Total
75%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jul 16, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is ESSENTIAL CARGO LLC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for ESSENTIAL CARGO LLC (USDOT #3662491) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is ESSENTIAL CARGO LLC's safety record?
ESSENTIAL CARGO LLC has 9 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot; the snapshot returned no matching crash rows. 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 ESSENTIAL CARGO LLC operate?
ESSENTIAL CARGO LLC operates 2 power units with 2 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does ESSENTIAL CARGO LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. ESSENTIAL CARGO LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is ESSENTIAL CARGO LLC located?
ESSENTIAL CARGO LLC is based in ALEXANDRIA, Virginia at 2643 ARLINGTON DR APT 101, 22306. Phone: (240) 796-7874.
What are ESSENTIAL CARGO LLC's out-of-service rates?
ESSENTIAL CARGO LLC's driver out-of-service rate is 11.1%, 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 66.7%, 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.