MERRELL BROS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
590972
MC Number
285227
Fleet Size
219
Total Drivers
128
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
MERRELL BROS INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in KOKOMO, Indiana, operating 219 power units with 128 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 5.3% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 3 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 19 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 12.5% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.8% across 46,436 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
19
Total
73%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ARCH INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jul 1, 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
3
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is MERRELL BROS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for MERRELL BROS INC (USDOT #590972) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is MERRELL BROS INC's safety record?
MERRELL BROS INC has 19 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 3 matching crashes. 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 MERRELL BROS INC operate?
MERRELL BROS INC operates 219 power units with 128 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does MERRELL BROS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. MERRELL BROS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is MERRELL BROS INC located?
MERRELL BROS INC is based in KOKOMO, Indiana at 8811 W CR 500 N, 46901. Phone: (574) 699-7782.
What are MERRELL BROS INC's out-of-service rates?
MERRELL BROS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 5.3%, 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 14.3%, 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.