What is MC number 430549?

MC number 430549 is assigned to Brickyard Towing Inc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 918214.

Is Brickyard Towing Inc Safe? DOT 918214 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Brickyard Towing Inc?

Brickyard Towing Inc has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of March 6, 2007, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Brickyard Towing Inc had?

Brickyard Towing Inc has recorded 7 total inspections, with 2 out-of-service orders.

Q: Where is Brickyard Towing Inc located?

Brickyard Towing Inc is headquartered at 1721 Park Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Brickyard Towing Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 918214. The company operates from Traverse City, MI and maintains an active operating status with 12 power units and 13 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: March 6, 2007

Brickyard Towing 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

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

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

OOS Rate28.57%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 28.6% — 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

2.3

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.

1.0

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.

18.0

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

Brickyard Towing Inc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Michigan. With 7 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 28.6%, 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 Brickyard Towing Inc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 12 power units and employs 13 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 918214?

USDOT number 918214 is assigned to Brickyard Towing Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Traverse City, MI.

What is the safety rating of Brickyard Towing Inc?

Brickyard Towing Inc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of March 6, 2007.

How many inspections has Brickyard Towing Inc had?

Brickyard Towing Inc has recorded 7 total inspections with 2 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 28.57%.

Where is Brickyard Towing Inc located?

Brickyard Towing Inc is headquartered at 1721 Park Dr, Traverse City, MI 49686.

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 Brickyard Towing Inc?

The MC number for Brickyard Towing Inc is MC# 430549. 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# 918214 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Brickyard Towing Inc (DOT# 918214 · MC# 430549) – FMCSA Carrier Profile