Smart Choice Carrier LLC Safety Record
DOT# 4173283 · Sumter, SC 29153 · 8482319293
Average safety record — scored 50/100. This carrier's inspection results are typical for the industry.
Last inspected 03/24/2026
Safety Score Breakdown · 50/100 points
Lower scores are better. How is this calculated?
According to FMCSA records, Smart Choice Carrier LLC (DOT# 4173283) in Sumter, South Carolina has 12 inspections on record with 33 violations and a 41.7% vehicle out-of-service rate. Safety grade: C. Active common authority.
Out-of-Service Rates vs. National Average
An out-of-service (OOS) violation means a vehicle or driver was found unsafe to operate during a roadside inspection and was prohibited from continuing until the issue was corrected.
Violation Categories · 33 total violations
FMCSA groups violations into Behavioral Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs). Each violation found during a roadside inspection is classified into a category that reflects the type of safety risk.
Inspection History · 12 records
FMCSA inspections range from Level 1 (full vehicle and driver examination) to Level 6 (enhanced motorcoach inspection). Level 1 is the most thorough; Levels 2 and 3 are walk-around and driver-only checks.
| Date | State | Veh OOS | Drv OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/24/2026 | AL | 0 | 0 |
| 01/26/2026 | TX | 0 | 0 |
| 12/16/2025 | LA | 0 | 0 |
| 12/02/2025 | AL | 2 | 0 |
| 11/18/2025 | SC | 0 | 1 |
| 11/01/2025 | NC | 0 | 0 |
| 10/02/2025 | IL | 3 | 1 |
| 07/29/2025 | KY | 0 | 0 |
| 06/26/2025 | TN | 0 | 0 |
| 06/08/2025 | FL | 0 | 0 |
Authority & Insurance
FMCSA operating authority permits interstate for-hire transportation. Carriers must maintain minimum insurance coverage levels to keep authority active. BIPD (bodily injury and property damage) insurance is required for all for-hire carriers.
| Type | Insurer | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| BIPD/Primary | Geico Marine Insurance Company | $1,000 |
Fleet Profile
Power units include trucks, tractors, and other commercial motor vehicles registered to the carrier. Driver count reflects the total number of drivers reported on the carrier's MCS-150 filing.