Universal Dedicated of Fort Wayne in LLC
USDOT 3222281 · MC-1008679 · Warren, Michigan · Interstate for-hire carrier · 250–499 power units
Universal Dedicated of Fort Wayne in LLC (dba Universal) is a company based in Warren, Michigan, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 314 power units and 297 drivers, which ranks it #36 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 122 times – about 0.4 inspections per power unit. 15.8% of vehicle inspections and 0.8% 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 14 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (5 injuries, 0 fatalities, 14 tow-away), or 4.5 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.
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| Legal name | Universal Dedicated of Fort Wayne in LLC |
|---|---|
| DBA name | Universal |
| USDOT number | 3222281 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-1008679 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Physical address | 12755 E 9 Mile, Warren, MI 48089 |
| Phone | (800) 233-9445 |
| First registered | Dec 13, 2018 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Dec 23, 2025 |
| Hazmat carrier | Yes |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 3222281.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 0 | 312 | 0 |
| Trailers | 0 | 464 | 0 |
- 0.95 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 1.5 trailers per tractor.
- 12,070,126 miles reported for 2025 – about 38,440 miles per power unit vs a 41,335 median for 250–499-unit fleets.
- 0% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 297 CDL drivers; 184 drivers operate interstate beyond 100 miles, 113 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 Fort | Same size, US | MI average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 15.8% | 18.3% | 17.2% | 14% lower than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 0.8% | 2.0% | 1.5% | 59% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 4.5 | 4.2 | 4.5 | about average |
| Inspections | 122 | 122 with a driver check, 76 with a vehicle check, 83 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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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Universal Dedicated of Fort Wayne in LLC?
Universal Dedicated of Fort Wayne in LLC is registered with USDOT number 3222281 and operating authority MC-1008679.
How many trucks does Universal Dedicated of Fort Wayne in LLC have?
It reports 314 power units (312 tractors, 2 straight trucks) and 464 trailers, with 297 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Dec 23, 2025).
Where is Universal Dedicated of Fort Wayne in LLC located?
Its registered physical address is in Warren, Michigan 48089.
What is the out-of-service rate of Universal Dedicated of Fort Wayne in LLC?
Over 24 months, 15.8% of vehicle inspections and 0.8% 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.