What is MC number 218253?

MC number 218253 is assigned to Safeway Transportation Llc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 348508.

Is Safeway Transportation Llc Safe? DOT 348508 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Safeway Transportation Llc?

Safeway Transportation Llc has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of June 16, 2014, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Safeway Transportation Llc had?

Safeway Transportation Llc has recorded 196 total inspections, with 76 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Safeway Transportation Llc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 348508. The company operates from Port Allen, LA and maintains an active operating status with 140 power units and 140 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: June 16, 2014

Safeway Transportation Llc 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

196

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

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

OOS Rate38.78%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 38.8% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

8 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

1.1

Unsafe Driving

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

0.8

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.

6.2

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

Safeway Transportation Llc is a large motor carrier operating in Louisiana. With 196 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 38.8%, which exceeds the national average of approximately 21%. 8 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 Safeway Transportation Llc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 140 power units and employs 140 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 348508?

USDOT number 348508 is assigned to Safeway Transportation Llc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Port Allen, LA.

What is the safety rating of Safeway Transportation Llc?

Safeway Transportation Llc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of June 16, 2014.

How many inspections has Safeway Transportation Llc had?

Safeway Transportation Llc has recorded 196 total inspections with 76 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 38.78%.

Where is Safeway Transportation Llc located?

Safeway Transportation Llc is headquartered at 3499 I-10 Frontage Rd Suite A, Port Allen, LA 70767.

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 Safeway Transportation Llc?

The MC number for Safeway Transportation Llc is MC# 218253. 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# 348508 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Safeway Transportation Llc (DOT# 348508 · MC# 218253) – FMCSA Carrier Profile