ELLIS CARGO LINES INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
4273406
MC Number
1659982
Fleet Size
4
Total Drivers
4
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
ELLIS CARGO LINES INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in TRACY, California, operating 4 power units with 4 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 15.4% runs above the national average of 5.51%. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 13 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 California is 8.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 22.4% across 312,857 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
13
Total
65%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
BENCHMARK SPECIALTY INSURANCE CO. — eff. Aug 13, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is ELLIS CARGO LINES INC authorized to operate?
Yes. ELLIS CARGO LINES INC (USDOT #4273406) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is ELLIS CARGO LINES INC's safety record?
ELLIS CARGO LINES INC has 13 inspections on file and no crashes 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 ELLIS CARGO LINES INC operate?
ELLIS CARGO LINES INC operates 4 power units with 4 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does ELLIS CARGO LINES INC transport hazardous materials?
No. ELLIS CARGO LINES INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is ELLIS CARGO LINES INC located?
ELLIS CARGO LINES INC is based in TRACY, California at 3014 ELLIS TOWN DR, 95377. Phone: (209) 597-8120.
What are ELLIS CARGO LINES INC's out-of-service rates?
ELLIS CARGO LINES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 15.4%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.