What is MC number 1172535?

MC number 1172535 is assigned to Northern Hotshot Services Inc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 3126246.

Is Northern Hotshot Services Inc Safe? DOT 3126246 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

This carrier is active with no crashes on record.

Northern Hotshot Services Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 3126246. The company operates from Palmer, AK and maintains an active operating status with 4 power units and 4 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Northern Hotshot Services Inc by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

14 inspections — relatively low volume, which may indicate a smaller or newer carrier.

OOS Rate71.43%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 71.4% — 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

0.0

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.

0.1

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.

20.0

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

Northern Hotshot Services Inc is a small motor carrier operating in Alaska. With 14 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 71.4%, 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.

Northern Hotshot Services Inc 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 4 power units and employs 4 drivers. This is a small carrier operation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 3126246?

USDOT number 3126246 is assigned to Northern Hotshot Services Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Palmer, AK.

How many inspections has Northern Hotshot Services Inc had?

Northern Hotshot Services Inc has recorded 14 total inspections with 10 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 71.43%.

Where is Northern Hotshot Services Inc located?

Northern Hotshot Services Inc is headquartered at 8834 East Fireweed Road, Palmer, AK 99645.

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 Northern Hotshot Services Inc?

The MC number for Northern Hotshot Services Inc is MC# 1172535. 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# 3126246 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Northern Hotshot Services Inc (DOT# 3126246 · MC# 1172535) – FMCSA Carrier Profile