Universal Dedicated of Smyrna TN LLC
USDOT 3221080 · MC-1008085 · Warren, Michigan · Interstate for-hire carrier · 250–499 power units
Universal Dedicated of Smyrna TN LLC (dba Universal) is a company based in Warren, Michigan, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 319 power units and 458 drivers, which ranks it #35 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 672 times – about 2.1 inspections per power unit. 18.2% of vehicle inspections and 0.6% of driver inspections ended with an out-of-service order, against 18.3% and 2.0% for carriers of the same size nationally. FMCSA records 21 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (4 injuries, 0 fatalities, 21 tow-away), or 6.6 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, building materials, construction.
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Registration and contact
| Legal name | Universal Dedicated of Smyrna TN LLC |
|---|---|
| DBA name | Universal |
| USDOT number | 3221080 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-1008085 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Physical address | 12755 E 9 Mile Rd, Warren, MI 48089 |
| Phone | (800) 233-9445 |
| First registered | Dec 11, 2018 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Sep 18, 2026 |
| Hazmat carrier | Yes |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 3221080.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 0 | 7 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 0 | 312 | 0 |
| Trailers | 0 | 815 | 0 |
- 1.44 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99) – suggests team driving, slip-seating or multiple shifts.
- 2.6 trailers per tractor – a drop-and-hook style trailer pool.
- 2,961,100 miles reported for 2025 – about 9,282 miles per power unit vs a 41,335 median for 250–499-unit fleets.
- 0% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 458 CDL drivers; 402 drivers operate interstate beyond 100 miles, 56 within 100 miles.
Safety record
Roadside inspections Sep 25, 2024 – Sep 24, 2026; crashes Nov 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2026. Benchmarks: 250–499-unit for-hire carriers nationally (792) and Michigan carriers with 50+ units (349).
| Measure | Universal Dedicated of Smyrn | Same size, US | MI average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 18.2% | 18.3% | 17.2% | about average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 0.6% | 2.0% | 1.5% | 70% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 6.6 | 4.2 | 4.5 | 58% higher than average |
| Inspections | 672 | 672 with a driver check, 424 with a vehicle check, 315 BASIC violations recorded, 12 hazmat-related | ||
| 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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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Transport LLC USDOT 661173 | Warren | 4,944 | 4,372 | 11,112 | 8.0% | 144 |
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Universal Dedicated of Smyrna TN LLC?
Universal Dedicated of Smyrna TN LLC is registered with USDOT number 3221080 and operating authority MC-1008085.
How many trucks does Universal Dedicated of Smyrna TN LLC have?
It reports 319 power units (312 tractors, 7 straight trucks) and 815 trailers, with 458 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Sep 18, 2026).
Where is Universal Dedicated of Smyrna TN LLC located?
Its registered physical address is in Warren, Michigan 48089.
What is the out-of-service rate of Universal Dedicated of Smyrna TN LLC?
Over 24 months, 18.2% of vehicle inspections and 0.6% of driver inspections resulted in an out-of-service order (same-size national average: 18.3% vehicle, 2.0% 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.