Universtexas LLC
USDOT 4292338 · MC-1670405 · Dallas, Texas · Interstate for-hire carrier · 100–249 power units
Universtexas LLC (dba Universal) is a company based in Dallas, Texas, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 133 power units and 143 drivers, which ranks it #284 by fleet size among 910 active for-hire carriers with 50+ power units headquartered in Texas. In the 24 months to Sep 24, 2026 its trucks were inspected 94 times – about 0.7 inspections per power unit. 23.6% of vehicle inspections and 2.2% 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 5 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (2 injuries, 0 fatalities, 4 tow-away), or 3.8 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 | Universtexas LLC |
|---|---|
| DBA name | Universal |
| USDOT number | 4292338 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-1670405 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Physical address | 9220 Central Express, Dallas, TX 75241 |
| Phone | (800) 233-9445 |
| First registered | Sep 6, 2024 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Sep 5, 2025 |
| Hazmat carrier | Yes |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 4292338.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 33 | 100 | 0 |
| Trailers | 168 | 0 | 0 |
- 1.08 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 1.3 trailers per tractor.
- 950,000 miles reported for 2025 – about 7,143 miles per power unit vs a 41,613 median for 100–249-unit fleets.
- 67% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 143 CDL drivers; 143 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 Texas carriers with 50+ units (910).
| Measure | Universtexas LLC | Same size, US | TX average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 23.6% | 18.8% | 18.6% | 25% higher than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 2.2% | 2.6% | 3.5% | 18% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 3.8 | 4.5 | 3.9 | 16% lower than average |
| Inspections | 94 | 93 with a driver check, 89 with a vehicle check, 115 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).
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Universtexas LLC?
Universtexas LLC is registered with USDOT number 4292338 and operating authority MC-1670405.
How many trucks does Universtexas LLC have?
It reports 133 power units (133 tractors, 0 straight trucks) and 168 trailers, with 143 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Sep 5, 2025).
Where is Universtexas LLC located?
Its registered physical address is in Dallas, Texas 75241.
What is the out-of-service rate of Universtexas LLC?
Over 24 months, 23.6% of vehicle inspections and 2.2% 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.