Universcal LLC
USDOT 4292326 · MC-1670395 · Warren, Michigan · Interstate for-hire carrier · 100–249 power units
Universcal LLC (dba Universal) is a company based in Warren, Michigan, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 140 power units and 97 drivers, which ranks it #103 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 230 times – about 1.6 inspections per power unit. 26.1% of vehicle inspections and 0.4% 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 1 reportable crash in the last 24 months (1 injury, 0 fatalities, 1 tow-away), or 0.7 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, metal: sheets, coils, rolls, building materials, fresh produce, liquids / gases, intermodal containers, grain, feed, hay, meat and more.
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Registration and contact
| Legal name | Universcal LLC |
|---|---|
| DBA name | Universal |
| USDOT number | 4292326 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-1670395 |
| 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 | Sep 6, 2024 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Aug 27, 2026 |
| Hazmat carrier | No |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 4292326.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 0 | 140 | 0 |
| Trailers | 0 | 187 | 0 |
- 0.69 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 1.3 trailers per tractor.
- 5,944,500 miles reported for 2025 – about 42,461 miles per power unit vs a 41,613 median for 100–249-unit fleets.
- 0% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 97 CDL drivers; 97 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: 100–249-unit for-hire carriers nationally (2,611) and Michigan carriers with 50+ units (349).
| Measure | Universcal LLC | Same size, US | MI average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 26.1% | 18.8% | 17.2% | 38% higher than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 0.4% | 2.6% | 1.5% | 83% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 0.7 | 4.5 | 4.5 | 84% lower than average |
| Inspections | 230 | 228 with a driver check, 165 with a vehicle check, 129 BASIC violations recorded, 2 hazmat-related | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Not rated – most carriers have never had a compliance review; this is not a negative finding. | |||
Cargo carried
Less common in this directory: utilities (421 of 5,000 carriers); us mail (612 of 5,000 carriers).
Similar carriers in Michigan
Closest fleet size and cargo mix among Michigan carriers in this directory.
| Carrier | City | Power units | Drivers | Inspections (24 mo) | Vehicle OOS | Crashes (24 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Universal Dedicated of Arlington TX LLC USDOT 3223377 | Warren | 162 | 286 | 51 | 11.6% | 9 |
| Universcarolina LLC USDOT 4292331 | Warren | 107 | 89 | 113 | 32.8% | 7 |
| Go-To Transport Inc USDOT 1197728 | Bay City | 147 | 140 | 161 | 16.5% | 8 |
| Universal Intermodal Services Inc USDOT 1162977 | Warren | 124 | 116 | 443 | 27.3% | 26 |
| DHT Transport LLC USDOT 330030 | Reese | 121 | 173 | 122 | 26.9% | 7 |
| Universal Specialized Solutions, LLC USDOT 854744 | Warren | 98 | 91 | 99 | 16.7% | 9 |
Other carriers near Warren
| Carrier | City | Power units | Drivers | Inspections (24 mo) | Vehicle OOS | Crashes (24 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Central Transport LLC USDOT 661173 | Warren | 4,944 | 4,372 | 11,112 | 8.0% | 144 |
| Lipari Foods Operating Company LLC USDOT 252402 | Warren | 544 | 560 | 351 | 22.6% | 32 |
| Uacl Logistics LLC USDOT 41208 | Warren | 476 | 500 | 695 | 21.2% | 24 |
| Midwest Freight Systems Corp USDOT 2074894 | Warren | 382 | 260 | 291 | 35.4% | 24 |
| Universmichigan LLC USDOT 4292328 | Warren | 382 | 310 | 251 | 31.2% | 17 |
| Universal Dedicated of Smyrna TN LLC USDOT 3221080 | Warren | 319 | 458 | 672 | 18.2% | 21 |
| Universal Dedicated of Fort Wayne in LLC USDOT 3222281 | Warren | 314 | 297 | 122 | 15.8% | 14 |
| Universal Dedicated of Detroit Mi LLC USDOT 3221607 | Warren | 281 | 496 | 22 | 15.4% | 11 |
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Universcal LLC?
Universcal LLC is registered with USDOT number 4292326 and operating authority MC-1670395.
How many trucks does Universcal LLC have?
It reports 140 power units (140 tractors, 0 straight trucks) and 187 trailers, with 97 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Aug 27, 2026).
Where is Universcal LLC located?
Its registered physical address is in Warren, Michigan 48089.
What is the out-of-service rate of Universcal LLC?
Over 24 months, 26.1% of vehicle inspections and 0.4% 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.