What is MC number 1528375?

MC number 1528375 is assigned to Tennessee Auto Salvage & Recycling Inc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 2533982.

Is Tennessee Auto Salvage & Recycling Inc Safe? DOT 2533982 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

This carrier is active with a Conditional safety rating and no crashes reported.

Tennessee Auto Salvage & Recycling Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 2533982. The company operates from Knoxville, TN and maintains an active operating status with 27 power units and 24 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

⚠ Conditional

Rated: February 14, 2024

Tennessee Auto Salvage & Recycling Inc holds a "Conditional" safety rating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This rating indicates that some safety deficiencies were found during 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

50 inspections reflects moderate road activity.

OOS Rate78.00%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 78.0% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

✅No crashes reported (FMCSA data)

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

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

2.0

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.

0.8

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.

11.8

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

Tennessee Auto Salvage & Recycling Inc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Tennessee. With 50 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 78.0%, which exceeds 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.

A Conditional rating from the FMCSA indicates that Tennessee Auto Salvage & Recycling Inc has some safety deficiencies that need to be addressed. Shippers and brokers should review the BASICS scores carefully.

The company operates 27 power units and employs 24 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 2533982?

USDOT number 2533982 is assigned to Tennessee Auto Salvage & Recycling Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Knoxville, TN.

What is the safety rating of Tennessee Auto Salvage & Recycling Inc?

Tennessee Auto Salvage & Recycling Inc has a safety rating of Conditional as of February 14, 2024.

How many inspections has Tennessee Auto Salvage & Recycling Inc had?

Tennessee Auto Salvage & Recycling Inc has recorded 50 total inspections with 39 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 78.00%.

Where is Tennessee Auto Salvage & Recycling Inc located?

Tennessee Auto Salvage & Recycling Inc is headquartered at 7820 Rutledge Pike, Knoxville, TN 37924.

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 Tennessee Auto Salvage & Recycling Inc?

The MC number for Tennessee Auto Salvage & Recycling Inc is MC# 1528375. 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# 2533982 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Tennessee Auto Salvage & Recycling Inc (DOT# 2533982 · MC# 1528375) – FMCSA Carrier Profile