Autobahn USA Freight Lines Ltd
USDOT 1746040 · MC-639247 · Romulus, Michigan · Interstate for-hire carrier · 100–249 power units
Autobahn USA Freight Lines Ltd is a company based in Romulus, Michigan, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 118 power units and 104 drivers, which ranks it #119 by fleet size among 349 active for-hire carriers with 50+ power units headquartered in Michigan. In the 24 months to Sep 24, 2026 its trucks were inspected 146 times – about 1.2 inspections per power unit. 39.1% of vehicle inspections and 0.7% of driver inspections ended with an out-of-service order, against 18.8% and 2.6% for carriers of the same size nationally. FMCSA records 15 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (3 injuries, 1 fatality, 15 tow-away), or 12.7 per 100 power units versus 4.5 for its size band. Crash counts in FMCSA data do not indicate fault. Its registered cargo types are general freight, beverages, paper products.
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Registration and contact
| Legal name | Autobahn USA Freight Lines Ltd |
|---|---|
| DBA name | — |
| USDOT number | 1746040 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-639247 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Physical address | 6388 Inkster Rd, Romulus, MI 48174 |
| Phone | (313) 388-9047 |
| First registered | Mar 7, 2008 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Feb 16, 2026 |
| Hazmat carrier | No |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 1746040.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 94 | 24 | 0 |
| Trailers | 0 | 210 | 0 |
- 0.88 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 1.8 trailers per tractor.
- 8,601,435 miles reported for 2025 – about 72,894 miles per power unit vs a 41,613 median for 100–249-unit fleets.
- 29% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 104 CDL drivers; 100 drivers operate interstate beyond 100 miles, 4 within 100 miles.
Safety record
Roadside inspections Sep 25, 2024 – Sep 24, 2026; crashes Nov 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2026. Benchmarks: 100–249-unit for-hire carriers nationally (2,611) and Michigan carriers with 50+ units (349).
| Measure | Autobahn USA Freight Lines L | Same size, US | MI average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 39.1% | 18.8% | 17.2% | 108% higher than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 0.7% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 74% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 12.7 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 183% higher than average |
| Inspections | 146 | 146 with a driver check, 92 with a vehicle check, 216 BASIC violations recorded | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Conditional (rated Jan 13, 2025) | |||
Cargo carried
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Autobahn USA Freight Lines Ltd?
Autobahn USA Freight Lines Ltd is registered with USDOT number 1746040 and operating authority MC-639247.
How many trucks does Autobahn USA Freight Lines Ltd have?
It reports 118 power units (118 tractors, 0 straight trucks) and 210 trailers, with 104 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Feb 16, 2026).
Where is Autobahn USA Freight Lines Ltd located?
Its registered physical address is in Romulus, Michigan 48174.
What is the out-of-service rate of Autobahn USA Freight Lines Ltd?
Over 24 months, 39.1% of vehicle inspections and 0.7% of driver inspections resulted in an out-of-service order (same-size national average: 18.8% vehicle, 2.6% driver).
Source: FMCSA Company Census File, SMS inspection file and Crash File (data.transportation.gov), refreshed 2026-11-04. Figures are as reported to FMCSA and may lag. How we calculate these numbers. Spotted an error? Carriers update their record with FMCSA via the MCS-150 form; see corrections.