Is Hughes Companies Inc Safe? DOT 1516302 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: How many inspections has Hughes Companies Inc had?

Hughes Companies Inc has recorded 26 total inspections, with 10 out-of-service orders.

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

Hughes Companies Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 1516302. The company operates from Mobile, AL and maintains an active operating status with 16 power units and 16 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

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

Inspection Summary

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Vehicle OOS

26 inspections reflects moderate road activity.

OOS Rate38.46%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 38.5% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

Crash Records

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Tow-Away

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

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Carrier Insight

Hughes Companies Inc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Alabama. With 26 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 38.5%, which exceeds the national average of approximately 21%. 1 crash has been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

Hughes Companies 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 16 power units and employs 16 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 1516302?

USDOT number 1516302 is assigned to Hughes Companies Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Mobile, AL.

How many inspections has Hughes Companies Inc had?

Hughes Companies Inc has recorded 26 total inspections with 10 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 38.46%.

Where is Hughes Companies Inc located?

Hughes Companies Inc is headquartered at 3425 Anton Street, Mobile, AL 36612.

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.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 1516302 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Hughes Companies Inc (DOT# 1516302) – FMCSA Carrier Profile