Lipari Foods Operating Company LLC
USDOT 252402 · MC-179155 · Warren, Michigan · Interstate for-hire carrier · 500–999 power units
Lipari Foods Operating Company LLC (dba Lipari Foods) is a corporation based in Warren, Michigan, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (private property, authorized for hire). It reports 544 power units and 560 drivers, which ranks it #18 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 351 times – about 0.6 inspections per power unit. 22.6% of vehicle inspections and 1.1% of driver inspections ended with an out-of-service order, against 17.8% and 1.4% for carriers of the same size nationally. FMCSA records 32 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (8 injuries, 0 fatalities, 32 tow-away), or 5.9 per 100 power units versus 4.2 for its size band. Crash counts in FMCSA data do not indicate fault. Its registered cargo types are fresh produce, meat, commodities dry bulk, refrigerated food, beverages, paper products.
Registration and contact
| Legal name | Lipari Foods Operating Company LLC |
|---|---|
| DBA name | Lipari Foods |
| USDOT number | 252402 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-179155 |
| Entity type | Private Property, Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Physical address | 14253 Frazho Rd, Warren, MI 48089 |
| Phone | (586) 447-3500 |
| First registered | Nov 2, 1984 |
| Last MCS-150 update | May 6, 2026 |
| Hazmat carrier | No |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 252402.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 11 | 41 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 183 | 309 | 0 |
| Trailers | 220 | 327 | 0 |
- 1.03 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 1.1 trailers per tractor.
- 28,681,243 miles reported for 2025 – about 52,723 miles per power unit vs a 40,696 median for 500–999-unit fleets.
- 38% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 560 CDL drivers; 560 drivers operate interstate beyond 100 miles, 0 within 100 miles.
Safety record
Roadside inspections Sep 25, 2024 – Sep 24, 2026; crashes Nov 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2026. Benchmarks: 500–999-unit for-hire carriers nationally (334) and Michigan carriers with 50+ units (349).
| Measure | Lipari Foods Operating Compa | Same size, US | MI average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 22.6% | 17.8% | 17.2% | 27% higher than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 1.1% | 1.4% | 1.5% | 17% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 5.9 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 40% higher than average |
| Inspections | 351 | 351 with a driver check, 155 with a vehicle check, 201 BASIC violations recorded | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Satisfactory (rated Jul 6, 1995) | |||
Cargo carried
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Lipari Foods Operating Company LLC?
Lipari Foods Operating Company LLC is registered with USDOT number 252402 and operating authority MC-179155.
How many trucks does Lipari Foods Operating Company LLC have?
It reports 544 power units (492 tractors, 52 straight trucks) and 547 trailers, with 560 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (May 6, 2026).
Where is Lipari Foods Operating Company LLC located?
Its registered physical address is in Warren, Michigan 48089.
What is the out-of-service rate of Lipari Foods Operating Company LLC?
Over 24 months, 22.6% of vehicle inspections and 1.1% of driver inspections resulted in an out-of-service order (same-size national average: 17.8% vehicle, 1.4% driver).
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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.