UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS SERVICES INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
839281
MC Number
371555
Fleet Size
77
Total Drivers
79
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS SERVICES INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in MARYVILLE, Tennessee, operating 77 power units with 79 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 0.8% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 6 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 123 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.
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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 Tennessee is 11.5% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.3% across 23,188 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
123
Total
72%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
THE TRAVELERS INDEMNITY CO. OF CONNECTICUT — eff. Jan 1, 2014
Cargo
ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. — eff. Apr 1, 2004
Surety Bond
MERCHANTS NATIONAL BONDING, INC — eff. Oct 1, 2013
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
6
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS SERVICES INC authorized to operate?
Yes. UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS SERVICES INC (USDOT #839281) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS SERVICES INC's safety record?
UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS SERVICES INC has 123 inspections on file and 6 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 UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS SERVICES INC operate?
UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS SERVICES INC operates 77 power units with 79 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS SERVICES INC transport hazardous materials?
No. UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS SERVICES INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS SERVICES INC located?
UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS SERVICES INC is based in MARYVILLE, Tennessee at 1615 ROBERT C JACKSON DR, 37801. Phone: (865) 984-8260.
What are UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS SERVICES INC's out-of-service rates?
UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS SERVICES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.8%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 22.9% (national average: 20.72%).