What is MC number 431755?

MC number 431755 is assigned to Western States Equipment Co, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 12403.

Is Western States Equipment Co Safe? DOT 12403 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Western States Equipment Co?

Western States Equipment Co has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of April 14, 2003, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Western States Equipment Co had?

Western States Equipment Co has recorded 105 total inspections, with 28 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Western States Equipment Co is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 12403. The company operates from Meridian, ID and maintains an active operating status with 488 power units and 1,005 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: April 14, 2003

Western States Equipment Co holds a "Satisfactory" safety rating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This rating indicates that the carrier has been found to comply with federal safety regulations based on the most recent compliance review conducted by FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

105

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

105 inspections indicates a high-volume, actively operating carrier.

OOS Rate26.67%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 26.7% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

2 crashes recorded. Low count, but crash data should always be reviewed alongside inspection history.

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

Higher = more risk · FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories

0.3

Unsafe Driving

Measures violations related to speeding, reckless driving, and improper lane changes.

0.0

HOS Compliance

Tracks hours-of-service violations, including driving beyond legal limits without rest.

0.3

Driver Fitness

Reflects issues with driver qualifications, licenses, and medical certifications.

0.0

Controlled Substances

Captures drug and alcohol violations, including failed or refused tests.

4.3

Vehicle Maintenance

Reflects brake, tire, lighting, and other equipment-related inspection violations.

Scores above 65 (general freight) or 50 (passenger/hazmat) trigger an FMCSA Alert. Higher scores indicate more safety risk. National median is approximately 20–30 for active carriers.

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Carrier Insight

Western States Equipment Co is a large motor carrier operating in Idaho. With 105 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 26.7%, which exceeds the national average of approximately 21%. 2 crashes have been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

A Satisfactory rating from the FMCSA indicates that Western States Equipment Co meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 488 power units and employs 1,005 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 12403?

USDOT number 12403 is assigned to Western States Equipment Co, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Meridian, ID.

What is the safety rating of Western States Equipment Co?

Western States Equipment Co has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of April 14, 2003.

How many inspections has Western States Equipment Co had?

Western States Equipment Co has recorded 105 total inspections with 28 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 26.67%.

Where is Western States Equipment Co located?

Western States Equipment Co is headquartered at 500 E Overland Rd, Meridian, ID 83642.

What does "Not Rated" mean?

"Not Rated" means the FMCSA has not conducted a formal compliance review for this carrier. It does not indicate a safety problem — many active carriers operate without a formal rating.

Is zero crashes always a good sign?

Generally yes, but context matters. A carrier with zero crashes and very few inspections may simply have limited road exposure. Always review crash data alongside inspection volume and fleet size.

What is a normal OOS rate?

The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is approximately 21%. Driver OOS averages around 5%. Rates significantly above these thresholds may indicate recurring compliance issues.

How often is FMCSA data updated?

FMCSA publishes updated carrier data monthly. This page reflects the most recent available snapshot, updated on the date shown above.

What is the MC number for Western States Equipment Co?

The MC number for Western States Equipment Co is MC# 431755. The MC number is issued by the FMCSA and authorizes carriers to operate in interstate commerce.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 12403 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Western States Equipment Co (DOT# 12403 · MC# 431755) – FMCSA Carrier Profile