Is Tri-State Truck Center Inc Safe? DOT 8039 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Tri-State Truck Center Inc?

Tri-State Truck Center Inc has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of November 29, 1999, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Tri-State Truck Center Inc had?

Tri-State Truck Center Inc has recorded 110 total inspections, with 15 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Tri-State Truck Center Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 8039. The company operates from Memphis, TN and maintains an active operating status with 148 power units and 1 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: November 29, 1999

Tri-State Truck Center 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

110

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

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

OOS Rate13.64%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 13.6% — approaching the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

13 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

0.4

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.

1.9

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

Tri-State Truck Center Inc is a large motor carrier operating in Tennessee. With 110 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 13.6%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 13 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 Tri-State Truck Center Inc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 148 power units and employs 1 driver. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 8039?

USDOT number 8039 is assigned to Tri-State Truck Center Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Memphis, TN.

What is the safety rating of Tri-State Truck Center Inc?

Tri-State Truck Center Inc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of November 29, 1999.

How many inspections has Tri-State Truck Center Inc had?

Tri-State Truck Center Inc has recorded 110 total inspections with 15 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 13.64%.

Where is Tri-State Truck Center Inc located?

Tri-State Truck Center Inc is headquartered at 494 Eh Crump Blvd, Memphis, TN 38126.

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# 8039 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Tri-State Truck Center Inc (DOT# 8039) – FMCSA Carrier Profile