SMS Freight LLC
USDOT 3047571 · MC-48115 · Melvindale, Michigan · Interstate for-hire carrier · 500–999 power units
SMS Freight LLC is a company based in Melvindale, Michigan, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 573 power units and 563 drivers, which ranks it #17 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 31 times – about 0.1 inspections per power unit. 29.4% of vehicle inspections and 6.5% 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 1 reportable crash in the last 24 months (0 injuries, 0 fatalities, 1 tow-away), or 0.2 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 general freight.
Registration and contact
| Legal name | SMS Freight LLC |
|---|---|
| DBA name | — |
| USDOT number | 3047571 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-48115 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Physical address | 120 Gale Blvd Apt 101, Melvindale, MI 48122 |
| Phone | (313) 399-0998 |
| First registered | Sep 12, 2017 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Feb 14, 2026 |
| Hazmat carrier | No |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 3047571.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 554 | 19 | 0 |
| Trailers | 101 | 0 | 0 |
- 0.98 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 0.2 trailers per tractor.
- 3,229,042 miles reported for 2025 – about 5,635 miles per power unit vs a 40,696 median for 500–999-unit fleets.
- 97% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 540 CDL drivers; 19 drivers operate interstate beyond 100 miles, 544 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 | SMS Freight LLC | Same size, US | MI average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Small sample: fewer than 20 vehicle or driver inspections, so rates can swing a lot with one inspection. | ||||
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 29.4% | 17.8% | 17.2% | 65% higher than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 6.5% | 1.4% | 1.5% | 370% higher than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 0.2 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 96% lower than average |
| Inspections | 31 | 31 with a driver check, 17 with a vehicle check, 21 BASIC violations recorded | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Not rated – most carriers have never had a compliance review; this is not a negative finding. | |||
Cargo carried
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Other carriers near Melvindale
| Carrier | City | Power units | Drivers | Inspections (24 mo) | Vehicle OOS | Crashes (24 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Alden Logistics Inc USDOT 888722 | Melvindale | 193 | 95 | 20 | 54.5% | 4 |
| Ara Express LLC USDOT 3758096 | Melvindale | 190 | 140 | 52 | 20.7% | 5 |
| Four Star Transportation Co USDOT 583502 | Melvindale | 120 | 115 | 125 | 50.0% | 18 |
| A & S Express Transport LLC USDOT 2950753 | Melvindale | 90 | 45 | 13 | 50.0% | 0 |
| LTS Logistics Inc USDOT 4234667 | Melvindale | 90 | 90 | 42 | 18.2% | 1 |
| Schaefer Express LLC USDOT 3501398 | Melvindale | 80 | 80 | 45 | 15.4% | 2 |
| Golden Gate Transport LLC USDOT 3825402 | Melvindale | 80 | 80 | 55 | 26.7% | 10 |
| Alsaqqaf Logistics LLC USDOT 4187090 | Melvindale | 75 | 66 | 19 | 40.0% | 2 |
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of SMS Freight LLC?
SMS Freight LLC is registered with USDOT number 3047571 and operating authority MC-48115.
How many trucks does SMS Freight LLC have?
It reports 573 power units (573 tractors, 0 straight trucks) and 101 trailers, with 563 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Feb 14, 2026).
Where is SMS Freight LLC located?
Its registered physical address is in Melvindale, Michigan 48122.
What is the out-of-service rate of SMS Freight LLC?
Over 24 months, 29.4% of vehicle inspections and 6.5% 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.