Universal Safety Record
DOT# 4292326 · Warren, MI 48089 · 8002339445
Legal name: Universcal LLC
Excellent safety record — scored 10/100 (lower is better). This carrier has one of the best inspection records on file.
Last inspected 03/23/2026
Safety Score Breakdown · 10/100 points
Lower scores are better. How is this calculated?
According to FMCSA records, Universal (DOT# 4292326) in Warren, Michigan has 145 inspections on record with 103 violations and a 17.2% vehicle out-of-service rate. Safety grade: A (excellent safety record). 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 · 103 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 · 100 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/23/2026 | CA | 0 | 0 |
| 03/20/2026 | CA | 0 | 0 |
| 03/18/2026 | CA | 0 | 0 |
| 03/17/2026 | CA | 0 | 0 |
| 03/13/2026 | CA | 0 | 0 |
| 03/12/2026 | CA | 0 | 0 |
| 03/07/2026 | CA | 0 | 0 |
| 03/07/2026 | CA | 0 | 0 |
| 03/05/2026 | CA | 1 | 0 |
| 03/04/2026 | CA | 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 | Cherokee 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.