What is MC number 858248?

MC number 858248 is assigned to South Coast Towing Inc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 905868.

Is South Coast Towing Inc Safe? DOT 905868 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: How many inspections has South Coast Towing Inc had?

South Coast Towing Inc has recorded 8 total inspections, with 3 out-of-service orders.

Q: Where is South Coast Towing Inc located?

South Coast Towing Inc is headquartered at 847 Church St, New Bedford, MA 02745.

This carrier is active. Review the inspection and crash data below.

South Coast Towing Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 905868. The company operates from New Bedford, MA and maintains an active operating status with 12 power units and 8 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to South Coast Towing Inc by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

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

OOS Rate37.50%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 37.5% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

Crash Records

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

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Carrier Insight

South Coast Towing Inc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Massachusetts. With 8 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 37.5%, which exceeds the national average of approximately 21%. 2 crashes have been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

South Coast Towing Inc 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 12 power units and employs 8 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 905868?

USDOT number 905868 is assigned to South Coast Towing Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in New Bedford, MA.

How many inspections has South Coast Towing Inc had?

South Coast Towing Inc has recorded 8 total inspections with 3 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 37.50%.

Where is South Coast Towing Inc located?

South Coast Towing Inc is headquartered at 847 Church St, New Bedford, MA 02745.

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 South Coast Towing Inc?

The MC number for South Coast Towing Inc is MC# 858248. 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# 905868 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

South Coast Towing Inc (DOT# 905868 · MC# 858248) – FMCSA Carrier Profile