What is MC number 139496?

MC number 139496 is assigned to Dependable Highway Express Inc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 9853.

Is Dependable Highway Express Inc Safe? DOT 9853 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Dependable Highway Express Inc?

Dependable Highway Express Inc has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of February 14, 1989, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Dependable Highway Express Inc had?

Dependable Highway Express Inc has recorded 1433 total inspections, with 64 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Dependable Highway Express Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 9853. The company operates from Los Angeles, CA and maintains an active operating status with 260 power units and 245 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: February 14, 1989

Dependable Highway 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

1,433

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

1,433 inspections indicates a high-volume, actively operating carrier.

OOS Rate4.47%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 4.5% — below the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

17 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

0.5

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.

0.0

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.

0.6

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

Dependable Highway Express Inc is a large motor carrier operating in California. With 1,433 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 4.5%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 17 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 Dependable Highway 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 260 power units and employs 245 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 9853?

USDOT number 9853 is assigned to Dependable Highway Express Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Los Angeles, CA.

What is the safety rating of Dependable Highway Express Inc?

Dependable Highway Express Inc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of February 14, 1989.

How many inspections has Dependable Highway Express Inc had?

Dependable Highway Express Inc has recorded 1,433 total inspections with 64 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 4.47%.

Where is Dependable Highway Express Inc located?

Dependable Highway Express Inc is headquartered at 2555 E Olympic Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90023.

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 Dependable Highway Express Inc?

The MC number for Dependable Highway Express Inc is MC# 139496. 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# 9853 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Dependable Highway Express Inc (DOT# 9853 · MC# 139496) – FMCSA Carrier Profile