What is MC number 65929?

MC number 65929 is assigned to Carleton Equipment Company, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 398874.

Is Carleton Equipment Company Safe? DOT 398874 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Carleton Equipment Company?

Carleton Equipment Company has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of July 15, 1996, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Carleton Equipment Company had?

Carleton Equipment Company has recorded 8 total inspections, with 2 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Carleton Equipment Company is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 398874. The company operates from Kalamazoo, MI and maintains an active operating status with 18 power units and 14 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: July 15, 1996

Carleton Equipment Company 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

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

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

OOS Rate25.00%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 25.0% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

1 crash recorded. Low count, but crash data should always be reviewed alongside inspection history.

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

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

0.2

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.

0.5

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.

3.2

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

Carleton Equipment Company is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Michigan. With 8 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 25.0%, which exceeds the national average of approximately 21%. 1 crash has been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

A Satisfactory rating from the FMCSA indicates that Carleton Equipment Company meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 18 power units and employs 14 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 398874?

USDOT number 398874 is assigned to Carleton Equipment Company, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Kalamazoo, MI.

What is the safety rating of Carleton Equipment Company?

Carleton Equipment Company has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of July 15, 1996.

How many inspections has Carleton Equipment Company had?

Carleton Equipment Company has recorded 8 total inspections with 2 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 25.00%.

Where is Carleton Equipment Company located?

Carleton Equipment Company is headquartered at 4704 South 29th Street, Kalamazoo, MI 49048.

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 Carleton Equipment Company?

The MC number for Carleton Equipment Company is MC# 65929. 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# 398874 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Carleton Equipment Company (DOT# 398874 · MC# 65929) – FMCSA Carrier Profile