Is Southern Tire Mart at Pilot Safe? DOT 3541326 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

This carrier is active with no crashes on record.

Southern Tire Mart at Pilot is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 3541326. The company operates from Columbia, MS and maintains an active operating status with 137 power units and 392 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Southern Tire Mart at Pilot by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

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

OOS Rate12.50%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 12.5% — approaching the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

✅No crashes reported (FMCSA data)

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

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

0.4

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.

0.6

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.

0.6

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

Southern Tire Mart at Pilot is a large motor carrier operating in Mississippi. With 8 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 12.5%, which is below 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.

Southern Tire Mart at Pilot 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 137 power units and employs 392 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 3541326?

USDOT number 3541326 is assigned to Southern Tire Mart at Pilot, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Columbia, MS.

How many inspections has Southern Tire Mart at Pilot had?

Southern Tire Mart at Pilot has recorded 8 total inspections with 1 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 12.50%.

Where is Southern Tire Mart at Pilot located?

Southern Tire Mart at Pilot is headquartered at 800 Highway 98 Byp, Columbia, MS 39429-8255.

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# 3541326 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Southern Tire Mart at Pilot (DOT# 3541326) – FMCSA Carrier Profile