Is Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc Safe? DOT 251147 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: How many inspections has Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc had?

Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc has recorded 401 total inspections, with 30 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 251147. The company operates from Birmingham, AL and maintains an active operating status with 2,266 power units and 2,829 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: November 20, 1987

Coca-Cola Bottling Company United 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

401

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

401 inspections indicates a high-volume, actively operating carrier.

OOS Rate7.48%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 7.5% — below the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

26 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

0.3

Unsafe Driving

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

0.0

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.

2.9

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

Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc is a large motor carrier operating in Alabama. With 401 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 7.5%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 26 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 Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 2,266 power units and employs 2,829 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 251147?

USDOT number 251147 is assigned to Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Birmingham, AL.

What is the safety rating of Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc?

Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of November 20, 1987.

How many inspections has Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc had?

Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc has recorded 401 total inspections with 30 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 7.48%.

Where is Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc located?

Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc is headquartered at 4600 East Lake Blvd, Birmingham, AL 35217.

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# 251147 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Coca-Cola Bottling Company United Inc (DOT# 251147) – FMCSA Carrier Profile