HERSHEY CREAMERY CO

AUTHORIZED

DBA: HERSHEY'S ICE CREAM

301 S CAMERON ST, HARRISBURG, PA, 17101|(717) 238-8134

USDOT

5810

MC Number

N/A

Fleet Size

349

Total Drivers

343

Last updated: March 16, 2026

Safety overview

HERSHEY CREAMERY CO is a large interstate motor carrier based in HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania, operating 349 power units with 343 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 2.8% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 13 crashes on file (6 with injuries). FMCSA records show 290 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
83%
HOS / Fatigue
82%
👤Driver Fitness
88%
Controlled Substances
99%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
68%

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 rate2.8%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate4.8%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Pennsylvania is 10.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 25.4% across 77,258 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Private (Property)
Cargo Carried
FROZEN PRODUCTS ICE CREAM
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

290

Total

64%

Driver %

Driver Inspections290
Vehicle Inspections166
Driver OOS Rate2.8%
Vehicle OOS Rate4.8%

Insurance on file

No insurance records on file with FMCSA.

Crash history

13

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes6
Tow Crashes11

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Frequently asked questions

Is HERSHEY CREAMERY CO authorized to operate?

Yes. HERSHEY CREAMERY CO (USDOT #5810) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is HERSHEY CREAMERY CO's safety record?

HERSHEY CREAMERY CO 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 HERSHEY CREAMERY CO operate?

HERSHEY CREAMERY CO operates 349 power units with 343 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.

Does HERSHEY CREAMERY CO transport hazardous materials?

No. HERSHEY CREAMERY CO does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is HERSHEY CREAMERY CO located?

HERSHEY CREAMERY CO is based in HARRISBURG, Pennsylvania at 301 S CAMERON ST, 17101. Phone: (717) 238-8134.

What are HERSHEY CREAMERY CO's out-of-service rates?

HERSHEY CREAMERY CO's driver out-of-service rate is 2.8%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 4.8% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.