SUNBELT FURNITURE XPRESS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
97173
MC Number
128117
Fleet Size
258
Total Drivers
258
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
SUNBELT FURNITURE XPRESS INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in HICKORY, North Carolina, operating 258 power units with 258 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 1.6% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 15 crashes on file (1 fatal, 4 with injuries). FMCSA records show 550 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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 North Carolina is 12.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.1% across 50,491 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
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
550
Total
71%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. — eff. Oct 1, 2007
Cargo
AGCS MARINE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Jan 1, 2011
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
15
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SUNBELT FURNITURE XPRESS INC authorized to operate?
Yes. SUNBELT FURNITURE XPRESS INC (USDOT #97173) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is SUNBELT FURNITURE XPRESS INC's safety record?
SUNBELT FURNITURE XPRESS INC 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 SUNBELT FURNITURE XPRESS INC operate?
SUNBELT FURNITURE XPRESS INC operates 258 power units with 258 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does SUNBELT FURNITURE XPRESS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. SUNBELT FURNITURE XPRESS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SUNBELT FURNITURE XPRESS INC located?
SUNBELT FURNITURE XPRESS INC is based in HICKORY, North Carolina at 3255 20TH AVE SE, 28602. Phone: (828) 464-7240.
What are SUNBELT FURNITURE XPRESS INC's out-of-service rates?
SUNBELT FURNITURE XPRESS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.6%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 12.7% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.