Is Palmetto Goodwill Safe? DOT 2177882 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: How many inspections has Palmetto Goodwill had?

Palmetto Goodwill has recorded 8 total inspections, with 1 out-of-service orders.

Q: Where is Palmetto Goodwill located?

Palmetto Goodwill is headquartered at 2150 Eagle Drive, North Charleston, SC 29406.

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

Palmetto Goodwill is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 2177882. The company operates from North Charleston, SC and maintains an active operating status with 12 power units and 13 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Palmetto Goodwill by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

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Vehicle OOS

8 inspections — relatively low volume, which may indicate a smaller or newer carrier.

OOS Rate12.50%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 12.5% — approaching the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records

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Tow-Away

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

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Carrier Insight

Palmetto Goodwill is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in South Carolina. With 8 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 12.5%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 2 crashes have been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

Palmetto Goodwill 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 12 power units and employs 13 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 2177882?

USDOT number 2177882 is assigned to Palmetto Goodwill, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in North Charleston, SC.

How many inspections has Palmetto Goodwill had?

Palmetto Goodwill has recorded 8 total inspections with 1 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 12.50%.

Where is Palmetto Goodwill located?

Palmetto Goodwill is headquartered at 2150 Eagle Drive, North Charleston, SC 29406.

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# 2177882 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Palmetto Goodwill (DOT# 2177882) – FMCSA Carrier Profile