What is MC number 179963?

MC number 179963 is assigned to Empire Express Inc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 253615.

Is Empire Express Inc Safe? DOT 253615 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Empire Express Inc?

Empire Express Inc has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of December 14, 2005, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Empire Express Inc had?

Empire Express Inc has recorded 296 total inspections, with 63 out-of-service orders.

Q: Where is Empire Express Inc located?

Empire Express Inc is headquartered at 3710 Tulane Road, Memphis, TN 38116-3928.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Empire Express Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 253615. The company operates from Memphis, TN and maintains an active operating status with 158 power units and 124 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: December 14, 2005

Empire Express 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

296

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

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

OOS Rate21.28%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 21.3% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

7 crashes on record. This is within a common range for active carriers — assess relative to fleet size and inspection volume.

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

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

2.2

Unsafe Driving

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

0.3

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.

3.7

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

Empire Express Inc is a large motor carrier operating in Tennessee. With 296 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 21.3%, which exceeds the national average of approximately 21%. 7 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 Empire Express Inc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 158 power units and employs 124 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 253615?

USDOT number 253615 is assigned to Empire Express Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Memphis, TN.

What is the safety rating of Empire Express Inc?

Empire Express Inc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of December 14, 2005.

How many inspections has Empire Express Inc had?

Empire Express Inc has recorded 296 total inspections with 63 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 21.28%.

Where is Empire Express Inc located?

Empire Express Inc is headquartered at 3710 Tulane Road, Memphis, TN 38116-3928.

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 Empire Express Inc?

The MC number for Empire Express Inc is MC# 179963. 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# 253615 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Empire Express Inc (DOT# 253615 · MC# 179963) – FMCSA Carrier Profile