Central Transport LLC
USDOT 661173 · MC-302382 · Warren, Michigan · Interstate for-hire carrier · 1,000+ power units
Central Transport LLC (dba Central Transport) is a corporation based in Warren, Michigan, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 4,944 power units and 4,372 drivers, which ranks it #2 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 11,112 times – about 2.2 inspections per power unit. 8.0% of vehicle inspections and 0.6% of driver inspections ended with an out-of-service order, against 14.8% and 1.1% for carriers of the same size nationally. FMCSA records 144 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (63 injuries, 2 fatalities, 138 tow-away), or 2.9 per 100 power units versus 2.6 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 | Central Transport LLC |
|---|---|
| DBA name | Central Transport |
| USDOT number | 661173 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-302382 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Physical address | 12225 Stephens Road, Warren, MI 48089 |
| Phone | (586) 939-7000 |
| First registered | Oct 1, 1996 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Jul 25, 2024 |
| Hazmat carrier | Yes |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 661173.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 225 | 0 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 4,719 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailers | 16,577 | 0 | 0 |
- 0.88 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 3.5 trailers per tractor – a drop-and-hook style trailer pool.
- 100% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 4,372 CDL drivers; 1,948 drivers operate interstate beyond 100 miles, 2,424 within 100 miles.
Safety record
Roadside inspections Sep 25, 2024 – Sep 24, 2026; crashes Nov 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2026. Benchmarks: 1,000+-unit for-hire carriers nationally (241) and Michigan carriers with 50+ units (349).
| Measure | Central Transport LLC | Same size, US | MI average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 8.0% | 14.8% | 17.2% | 46% lower than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 0.6% | 1.1% | 1.5% | 49% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 2.9 | 2.6 | 4.5 | 11% higher than average |
| Inspections | 11,112 | 11,085 with a driver check, 9,621 with a vehicle check, 3,366 BASIC violations recorded, 3,233 hazmat-related | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Satisfactory (rated Oct 22, 2014) | |||
Cargo carried
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Central Transport LLC?
Central Transport LLC is registered with USDOT number 661173 and operating authority MC-302382.
How many trucks does Central Transport LLC have?
It reports 4,944 power units (4,719 tractors, 225 straight trucks) and 16,577 trailers, with 4,372 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Jul 25, 2024).
Where is Central Transport LLC located?
Its registered physical address is in Warren, Michigan 48089.
What is the out-of-service rate of Central Transport LLC?
Over 24 months, 8.0% of vehicle inspections and 0.6% of driver inspections resulted in an out-of-service order (same-size national average: 14.8% vehicle, 1.1% 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.