What is MC number 157220?

MC number 157220 is assigned to United Motor Freight Inc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 236685.

Is United Motor Freight Inc Safe? DOT 236685 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of United Motor Freight Inc?

United Motor Freight Inc has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of June 20, 2013, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has United Motor Freight Inc had?

United Motor Freight Inc has recorded 56 total inspections, with 13 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

United Motor Freight Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 236685. The company operates from Seattle, WA and maintains an active operating status with 20 power units and 19 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: June 20, 2013

United Motor Freight 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

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

56 inspections reflects moderate road activity.

OOS Rate23.21%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 23.2% — 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

2.1

Unsafe Driving

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

0.5

HOS Compliance

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

0.3

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.

4.0

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

United Motor Freight Inc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Washington. With 56 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 23.2%, 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.

A Satisfactory rating from the FMCSA indicates that United Motor Freight Inc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 20 power units and employs 19 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 236685?

USDOT number 236685 is assigned to United Motor Freight Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Seattle, WA.

What is the safety rating of United Motor Freight Inc?

United Motor Freight Inc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of June 20, 2013.

How many inspections has United Motor Freight Inc had?

United Motor Freight Inc has recorded 56 total inspections with 13 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 23.21%.

Where is United Motor Freight Inc located?

United Motor Freight Inc is headquartered at 3800 West Marginal Way Sw, Seattle, WA 98106.

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 United Motor Freight Inc?

The MC number for United Motor Freight Inc is MC# 157220. 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# 236685 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

United Motor Freight Inc (DOT# 236685 · MC# 157220) – FMCSA Carrier Profile