What is MC number 260323?

MC number 260323 is assigned to Western Express Inc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 511412.

Is Western Express Inc Safe? DOT 511412 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Western Express Inc?

Western Express Inc has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of September 21, 2017, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Western Express Inc had?

Western Express Inc has recorded 11687 total inspections, with 2985 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Western Express Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 511412. The company operates from Nashville, TN and maintains an active operating status with 3,332 power units and 3,693 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: September 21, 2017

Western Express Inc 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

11,687

Total

2,985

OOS

248

Driver OOS

2,737

Vehicle OOS

11,687 inspections indicates a high-volume, actively operating carrier.

OOS Rate25.54%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 25.5% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

570

Total

Fatal

200

Injuries

Tow-Away

570 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

3.0

Unsafe Driving

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

0.5

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.

5.1

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

Western Express Inc is a large motor carrier operating in Tennessee. With 11,687 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 25.5%, which exceeds the national average of approximately 21%. 570 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 Western Express Inc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 3,332 power units and employs 3,693 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 511412?

USDOT number 511412 is assigned to Western Express Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Nashville, TN.

What is the safety rating of Western Express Inc?

Western Express Inc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of September 21, 2017.

How many inspections has Western Express Inc had?

Western Express Inc has recorded 11,687 total inspections with 2,985 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 25.54%.

Where is Western Express Inc located?

Western Express Inc is headquartered at 7135 Centennial Place, Nashville, TN 37209.

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 Western Express Inc?

The MC number for Western Express Inc is MC# 260323. 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# 511412 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Western Express Inc (DOT# 511412 · MC# 260323) – FMCSA Carrier Profile