What is MC number 740481?

MC number 740481 is assigned to Mendez Trucking Inc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 1445326.

Is Mendez Trucking Inc Safe? DOT 1445326 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: How many inspections has Mendez Trucking Inc had?

Mendez Trucking Inc has recorded 181 total inspections, with 324 out-of-service orders.

Q: Where is Mendez Trucking Inc located?

Mendez Trucking Inc is headquartered at 74 Academy Street, Belleville, NJ 07109.

This carrier is active. Review the inspection and crash data below.

Mendez Trucking Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 1445326. The company operates from Belleville, NJ and maintains an active operating status with 36 power units and 36 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Mendez Trucking Inc by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

181

Total

324

OOS

Driver OOS

321

Vehicle OOS

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

OOS Rate179.01%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 179.0% — 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

1.2

Unsafe Driving

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

0.1

HOS Compliance

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

0.1

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.

5.9

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

Mendez Trucking Inc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in New Jersey. With 181 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 179.0%, 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.

Mendez Trucking Inc has not received a formal safety rating from the FMCSA. This is common for smaller or newer carriers and does not necessarily indicate a safety problem.

The company operates 36 power units and employs 36 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 1445326?

USDOT number 1445326 is assigned to Mendez Trucking Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Belleville, NJ.

How many inspections has Mendez Trucking Inc had?

Mendez Trucking Inc has recorded 181 total inspections with 324 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 179.01%.

Where is Mendez Trucking Inc located?

Mendez Trucking Inc is headquartered at 74 Academy Street, Belleville, NJ 07109.

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 Mendez Trucking Inc?

The MC number for Mendez Trucking Inc is MC# 740481. 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# 1445326 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Mendez Trucking Inc (DOT# 1445326 · MC# 740481) – FMCSA Carrier Profile