Is Vulcan Towing & Recovery Inc Safe? DOT 1623396 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

This carrier is active with no crashes on record.

Vulcan Towing & Recovery Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 1623396. The company operates from Anchorage, AK and maintains an active operating status with 42 power units and 40 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Vulcan Towing & Recovery Inc by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

92 inspections reflects moderate road activity.

OOS Rate13.04%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 13.0% — approaching the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

✅No crashes reported (FMCSA data)

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Carrier Insight

Vulcan Towing & Recovery Inc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Alaska. With 92 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 13.0%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. No crashes have been reported in FMCSA records, which is a positive indicator for shippers and brokers evaluating this carrier.

Vulcan Towing & Recovery 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 42 power units and employs 40 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 1623396?

USDOT number 1623396 is assigned to Vulcan Towing & Recovery Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Anchorage, AK.

How many inspections has Vulcan Towing & Recovery Inc had?

Vulcan Towing & Recovery Inc has recorded 92 total inspections with 12 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 13.04%.

Where is Vulcan Towing & Recovery Inc located?

Vulcan Towing & Recovery Inc is headquartered at 2134 E 88th Ave, Anchorage, AK 99507.

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# 1623396 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Vulcan Towing & Recovery Inc (DOT# 1623396) – FMCSA Carrier Profile