What is MC number 128117?

MC number 128117 is assigned to Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 97173.

Is Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc Safe? DOT 97173 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc?

Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of January 11, 1999, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc had?

Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc has recorded 553 total inspections, with 44 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 97173. The company operates from Hickory, NC and maintains an active operating status with 258 power units and 258 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: January 11, 1999

Sunbelt Furniture Xpress 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

553

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

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

OOS Rate7.96%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 8.0% — below the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

15 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

1.4

Unsafe Driving

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

0.2

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.

1.5

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

Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc is a large motor carrier operating in North Carolina. With 553 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 8.0%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 15 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 Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 258 power units and employs 258 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 97173?

USDOT number 97173 is assigned to Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Hickory, NC.

What is the safety rating of Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc?

Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of January 11, 1999.

How many inspections has Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc had?

Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc has recorded 553 total inspections with 44 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 7.96%.

Where is Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc located?

Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc is headquartered at 3255 20th Ave Se, Hickory, NC 28602.

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 Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc?

The MC number for Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc is MC# 128117. 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# 97173 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Sunbelt Furniture Xpress Inc (DOT# 97173 · MC# 128117) – FMCSA Carrier Profile