HaulerCheck · https://haulercheck.com/carrier/1341623-c-s-carriers-inc/ · Checked 2026-10-20 10:34 UTC · Census and inspections Oct 19, 2026 · Authority and insurance: FMCSA Motus · Oct 19, 2026
C & S CARRIERS INC
Doing business as C&S CARRIERS
Review before booking · 1 signal
How risk signals workFacts from the FMCSA record that call for a closer look. They are not a finding of wrongdoing.
- Liability insurance below the required minimum$750,000 on file; $1,000,000 required.
No cargo cover filed with FMCSA
Green means the FMCSA record shows it. It does not confirm who you are talking to, or that a policy covers your specific load.
What to verify next
- Confirm authority and insurance on the official Motus record ↗. Safety record: SAFER ↗.
- Call back on the number on file, (989) 354-3890, not a number from an email or load board.
- Check that the MC number you were given is MC516967.
- Ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
Insurance on file
Liability (BI&PD) pays for injury and damage to other people and property; it does not cover the freight. Cargo insurance covers the freight. FMCSA only requires cargo filings from household goods carriers and freight forwarders, so most carriers file none: ask for a cargo certificate that fits your load. No cargo cover filed with FMCSA.
| Type | Docket | Layer | Insurer | Coverage | Effective | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liability (BI&PD) | MC516967 | Primary | Auto-Owners Insurance Company Policy 95-374371-03 · BMC-91X | $750,000 | Oct 5, 2018 | Active |
Source: FMCSA Motus · Oct 19, 2026. Identical filings repeated in the FMCSA data are shown once; a filing listed under two dockets is one policy, not extra coverage. Coverage is the maximum amount filed with FMCSA, not the full policy.
Confirm current filings: Motus record ↗ and ask the insurer for a certificate naming you as holder.
Roadside inspections Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026
4 of 23 · Michigan avg 21.2%
2 of 32 · Michigan avg 3.9%
By quarter inspections and vehicle out-of-service rate
Bar height: inspections in the quarter. Percentage: vehicles put out of service, of vehicle inspections. The first and last quarters are partial.
Where it was inspected 4 states and provinces, 24 months
- MI 28 87.5%
- IN 2 6.3%
- IL 1 3.1%
- TX 1 3.1%
Vehicles seen at inspections different VINs, 24 months
Power units: 18
17 tractors · 1 straight trucks
Peterbilt 11Kenworth 4Freightliner 2Ford 1Western Star 1
24 power units declared on the MCS-150. Inspections see only part of a fleet, so fewer here is normal; many more can mean the registration is out of date.
Trailers: 18
18 semi-trailers
Fruehauf 2Doonan 1Polar 1Trail King 1
Includes trailers the company pulled but does not own, such as shipper or leasing trailers.
Shippers named on inspection reports 24 months
Plains Lpg Services Lp 1Besser 1Sa Carrier 1The Andersons 1OHC 1Marathon Petro 1Marathon 1Marathon Petroleum 1
As written by roadside inspectors, who note the shipper on the bill of lading. Only names that appear on at least three different carriers' reports are shown, so private individuals are never listed. A shipper on a report is not a reference.
10 most recent inspections
| Date | State | Level | Violations | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 12, 2026 | MI | 3 | 0 | No |
| Sep 28, 2026 | MI | 2 | 3 | Yes |
| Sep 15, 2026 | MI | 2 | 1 | No |
| Aug 28, 2026 | MI | 2 | 1 | No |
| Jul 31, 2026 | MI | 2 | 1 | No |
| Jul 27, 2026 | MI | 3 | 1 | No |
| May 12, 2026 | MI | 2 | 1 | No |
| Mar 19, 2026 | MI | 3 | 3 | No |
| Dec 17, 2025 | MI | 2 | 4 | No |
| Oct 28, 2025 | TX | 2 | 0 | No |
How these rates are calculated
Period: Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026. Vehicle rate = vehicle inspections with a vehicle out-of-service order ÷ vehicle inspections (levels 1, 2, 5 and 6). Driver rate uses levels 1, 2, 3 and 6. The Michigan average covers 51,449 vehicle and 85,654 driver inspections of all Michigan-based carriers in this period. It mixes every type of operation, so compare with care; rates based on a handful of inspections say little. FMCSA's own SMS measures are weighted differently: SMS profile ↗ · SAFER snapshot ↗
Violations in FMCSA's SMS last 24 months
31 violations counted in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS), 6 of them serious enough to put the driver or vehicle out of service.
Why is this different from the 66 violations above?
The inspections section's number counts every violation written on the inspection reports in our Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026 window. The SMS count comes from FMCSA's own monthly SMS snapshot, which uses its own 24-month window and only the violations it scores. Both are FMCSA figures; they measure different things.
| Category (FMCSA BASIC) | Violations | Out of service | Share | Michigan share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 24 | 3 | 77.4% | 63.8% |
| Unsafe Driving | 4 | 0 | 12.9% | 19.2% |
| Driver Fitness | 3 | 3 | 9.7% | 3.5% |
10 most frequent violations
| Violation | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|
| Age - Operate a CMV while not at least 21 years of age in interstate commerce General Driver Qualification · Driver Fitness · code 39111B1A | 1 | 1 |
| Medical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency Medical Certificate · Driver Fitness · code 39141APC | 1 | 1 |
| Medical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial vehicle without corrective lenses or hearing aid as indicated on the driver's medical certificate Physical · Driver Fitness · code 39141B10MC | 1 | 1 |
| Brake - Breakaway not attached to the towing vehicle Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39343DBMA | 1 | 1 |
| Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS Tires · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39375A3TAOL | 1 | 1 |
| Tires - All others weight carried exceeds tire load limit Tire vs. Load · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39375GTAOW | 1 | 1 |
| State/Local Laws - Following too closely Dangerous Driving · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLFC | 1 | 0 |
| State/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g. safety official signal sign light lane marking other Dangerous Driving · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLTCD | 1 | 0 |
| State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit Speeding 2 · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLS2 | 1 | 0 |
| State/Local Laws - Speeding work/construction zone Speeding 4 · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLSWZ | 1 | 0 |
Source: FMCSA SMS violation file, inspections in the last 24 months, published Oct 19, 2026. "Share" is this company's mix of violations; the Michigan column is the mix across all Michigan-based carriers, so you can see which kinds of problems stand out. A high count partly reflects fleet size and how often trucks are inspected.
Crashes Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026
Crash details
| Date | Location | Fatalities | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 25, 2025 | Rose Twp, MI | 0 | 1 |
Reportable crashes do not imply the carrier was at fault.
Company details FMCSA census · Oct 19, 2026
| USDOT number | 1341623 |
|---|---|
| MC / docket | MC516967 |
| Legal name | C & S CARRIERS INC |
| DBA name | C&S CARRIERS |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Power units | 24 |
| Drivers | 17 |
| Annual mileage | 795,000 (2025) |
| Hazmat | Yes |
| Safety rating | Not rated (no compliance review on record) |
| USDOT number added | Mar 6, 2005 · 21 years ago |
| Last MCS-150 update | Sep 14, 2026 |
| Email domain on file | @candscarriers.com |
Equipment as declared on the MCS-150
| Owned | Term-leased | |
|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 19 | 3 |
| Straight trucks | 2 | 0 |
| Trailers | 17 | 0 |
Term-leased equipment usually belongs to owner-operators driving under this company's authority.
Cargo carried
General FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsMotor VehiclesLogs, Poles, Beams, LumberBuilding MaterialsMachinery, Large ObjectsLiquids/GasesMeatCommodities Dry BulkRefrigerated FoodBeveragesPaper ProductsAgricultural/Farm SuppliesConstructionOtherLiquid Asphalt
Change history
No changes to name, contact details, authority or insurance since we started tracking on Oct 18, 2026. We compare every company's FMCSA record each day.
to see it on your watchlist when something changes.
Questions about C & S CARRIERS INC
What does C & S CARRIERS INC's operating authority allow?
MC516967: Motor carrier (may haul regulated property for hire).
Which information about C & S CARRIERS INC is old or missing?
FMCSA has not issued a safety rating, which means no compliance review is on record, not that the carrier is unsafe.
What should I verify before booking C & S CARRIERS INC?
Confirm the authority and insurance on the Motus record for USDOT 1341623. Call the company back on the phone number on file, (989) 354-3890, not a number from an email or load board message. Check that the MC number the dispatcher gave you matches MC516967, and ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
Other companies at 3224 Us Highway 23 S, 49707
A shared address is normal for registered-agent offices, truck yards and related companies. Many new registrations at one address, or inactive companies next to a new one, deserve a closer look.
1 company
| Company | Location | USDOT | Docket | Trucks | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C & S TRANSPORTATION INC Carrier |
Alpena, MI | 402985 | MC1497326 | 4 | Active Current · Motus |
Other companies using (989) 354-3890
A shared number is common for related companies, dispatch services and family businesses. It is not proof of fraud, but it is worth knowing which company you are dealing with.
1 company
| Company | Location | USDOT | Docket | Trucks | Authority |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| C & S TRANSPORTATION INC Carrier |
Alpena, MI | 402985 | MC1497326 | 4 | Active Current · Motus |
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Company details from the FMCSA Company Census File (Oct 19, 2026). Inspections and crashes from FMCSA MCMIS files. About our data · Report an error on this page (how corrections work).
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