What is MC number 12031?

MC number 12031 is assigned to Mercer Transportation Co Inc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 154712.

Is Mercer Transportation Co Inc Safe? DOT 154712 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Mercer Transportation Co Inc?

Mercer Transportation Co Inc has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of September 22, 2025, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Mercer Transportation Co Inc had?

Mercer Transportation Co Inc has recorded 4014 total inspections, with 709 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Mercer Transportation Co Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 154712. The company operates from Louisville, KY and maintains an active operating status with 1,605 power units and 1,708 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: September 22, 2025

Mercer Transportation Co Inc 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

4,014

Total

709

OOS

Driver OOS

648

Vehicle OOS

4,014 inspections indicates a high-volume, actively operating carrier.

OOS Rate17.66%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 17.7% — approaching the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

114

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

114 crashes reported. Review fatal and injury counts carefully alongside fleet size before engaging this carrier.

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

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

1.9

Unsafe Driving

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

0.4

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.

4.1

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

Mercer Transportation Co Inc is a large motor carrier operating in Kentucky. With 4,014 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 17.7%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 114 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 Mercer Transportation Co Inc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 1,605 power units and employs 1,708 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 154712?

USDOT number 154712 is assigned to Mercer Transportation Co Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Louisville, KY.

What is the safety rating of Mercer Transportation Co Inc?

Mercer Transportation Co Inc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of September 22, 2025.

How many inspections has Mercer Transportation Co Inc had?

Mercer Transportation Co Inc has recorded 4,014 total inspections with 709 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 17.66%.

Where is Mercer Transportation Co Inc located?

Mercer Transportation Co Inc is headquartered at 1128 W Main St, Louisville, KY 40203.

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 Mercer Transportation Co Inc?

The MC number for Mercer Transportation Co Inc is MC# 12031. 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# 154712 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Mercer Transportation Co Inc (DOT# 154712 · MC# 12031) – FMCSA Carrier Profile