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Carrier Profile · DOT 1162977

Universal Intermodal Services INC

DBA: Universal

For-Hire CommonFor-Hire ContractBrokerInterstateWarren, MI 48089
Updated 2026-05-30T18:37:22.956Z·By Sarah Chen, Lead Safety Analyst·Reviewed by James Rodriguez·Methodology v2.1

Universal Intermodal Services INC has operated for 22.8y with a fleet of 124 power units and 116 drivers under Common and Contract authority. The company has recorded 710 roadside inspections in its operating history.

Identity
Legal nameUniversal Intermodal Services INC
DBAUniversal
DOT #1162977
MC #MC468507
CityWarren
StateMichigan
ZIP48089
Authority age22.8y
StatusActive
Common authority✓ Authorized
Contract authority✓ Authorized
Broker authority✓ Authorized
OperationInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed11/13/2025
Company officerPhillip Canaday
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet size
124
Power units
Drivers
116
Total drivers
Inspections
710
On record
Crashes
130
On record
OOS Rate
22.4%
Above national avg (22.26%)

Source: FMCSA compliance records, Truck Graph analysis. View methodology

Location

12755 E 9 MILE, Warren, MI, 48089

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Inspection history

710 total inspections. OOS rate: 22.4%. Showing last 5.

DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOS
10/31/2024CA200
5/31/2024MI300
5/31/2024CA300
5/31/2024TN300
3/31/2025MI300

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

Crash history

130 crashes on record. Showing last 3.

DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
PA00Y
IL00Y
WA00Y

Source: FMCSA crash records. View methodology

Insurance status

Current insurance filing on record with FMCSA.

Status
Active
Insurer
CHEROKEE INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage
Effective
10/4/2022

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority Granted
Aug 2003
FMCSA issued operating authority
Active
Current
Authority currently active

Source: FMCSA authority records and revocation orders. View methodology

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Frequently asked

Universal Intermodal Services INC

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is Universal Intermodal Services INC authorized to operate?

Yes. Universal Intermodal Services INC holds Common and Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is Universal Intermodal Services INC's safety record?

Universal Intermodal Services INC has 710 roadside inspections on record. Crash history shows 130 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Universal Intermodal Services INC operate?

Universal Intermodal Services INC operates 124 power units with approximately 116 drivers.

Is Universal Intermodal Services INC insured?

Universal Intermodal Services INC has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Universal Intermodal Services INC had any risk indicators?

No risk indicators have been detected for Universal Intermodal Services INC as of the most recent data sync.

What is the DOT number for Universal Intermodal Services INC?

Universal Intermodal Services INC's DOT number is 1162977 and MC number is MC468507. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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Sarah Chen
Lead Safety Analyst · 12 years freight intelligence
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