What is MC number 981185?

MC number 981185 is assigned to Shelton Trucking Llc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 2911927.

Is Shelton Trucking Llc Safe? DOT 2911927 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: How many inspections has Shelton Trucking Llc had?

Shelton Trucking Llc has recorded 400 total inspections, with 53 out-of-service orders.

Q: Where is Shelton Trucking Llc located?

Shelton Trucking Llc is headquartered at 1810 Avenue C, Birmingham, AL 35218.

This carrier is active. Review the inspection and crash data below.

Shelton Trucking Llc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 2911927. The company operates from Birmingham, AL and maintains an active operating status with 384 power units and 269 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Shelton Trucking Llc by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

400

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

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

OOS Rate13.25%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 13.3% — approaching the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

19 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

1.1

Unsafe Driving

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

0.2

HOS Compliance

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

0.0

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.

5.6

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

Shelton Trucking Llc is a large motor carrier operating in Alabama. With 400 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 13.3%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 19 crashes have been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

Shelton Trucking Llc has not received a formal safety rating from the FMCSA. This is common for smaller or newer carriers and does not necessarily indicate a safety problem.

The company operates 384 power units and employs 269 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 2911927?

USDOT number 2911927 is assigned to Shelton Trucking Llc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Birmingham, AL.

How many inspections has Shelton Trucking Llc had?

Shelton Trucking Llc has recorded 400 total inspections with 53 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 13.25%.

Where is Shelton Trucking Llc located?

Shelton Trucking Llc is headquartered at 1810 Avenue C, Birmingham, AL 35218.

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 Shelton Trucking Llc?

The MC number for Shelton Trucking Llc is MC# 981185. 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# 2911927 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Shelton Trucking Llc (DOT# 2911927 · MC# 981185) – FMCSA Carrier Profile