Is Hesselbein Tire Company Inc Safe? DOT 268056 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Hesselbein Tire Company Inc?

Hesselbein Tire Company Inc has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of January 23, 2006, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Hesselbein Tire Company Inc had?

Hesselbein Tire Company Inc has recorded 168 total inspections, with 11 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Hesselbein Tire Company Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 268056. The company operates from Jackson, MS and maintains an active operating status with 101 power units and 45 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: January 23, 2006

Hesselbein Tire Company 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

168

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

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

OOS Rate6.55%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 6.5% — below the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

6 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

0.1

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.

1.5

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

Hesselbein Tire Company Inc is a large motor carrier operating in Mississippi. With 168 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 6.5%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 6 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 Hesselbein Tire Company Inc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 101 power units and employs 45 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 268056?

USDOT number 268056 is assigned to Hesselbein Tire Company Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Jackson, MS.

What is the safety rating of Hesselbein Tire Company Inc?

Hesselbein Tire Company Inc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of January 23, 2006.

How many inspections has Hesselbein Tire Company Inc had?

Hesselbein Tire Company Inc has recorded 168 total inspections with 11 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 6.55%.

Where is Hesselbein Tire Company Inc located?

Hesselbein Tire Company Inc is headquartered at 4350 Industrial Dr, Jackson, MS 39209.

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# 268056 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Hesselbein Tire Company Inc (DOT# 268056) – FMCSA Carrier Profile