Facts from the FMCSA record that call for a closer look. They are not a finding of wrongdoing. How this works
- No roadside inspections for a fleet of 12 power unitsA fleet this size usually has some inspections in 24 months. The fleet size on the registration may be out of date.
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, (757) 223-0700, not a number from an email or load board.
- Check that the MC number you were given is MC669512.
- 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) | MC669512 | Primary | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY Policy CA-FA7914 · BMC-91X | $1,000,000 | Aug 1, 2025 | Active |
Source: FMCSA Motus · Oct 18, 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 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026
0 of 0 · Virginia avg 21.3%
0 of 2 · Virginia avg 6.0%
2 most recent inspections
| Date | State | Level | Violations | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 16, 2025 | VA | 3 | 0 | No |
| Jun 26, 2025 | VA | 3 | 0 | No |
How these rates are calculated
Period: Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 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 Virginia average covers 31,514 vehicle and 51,603 driver inspections of all Virginia-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
No violations recorded in roadside inspections in the last 24 months.
Crashes Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026
No reportable crashes in this period.
Company details FMCSA census · Oct 18, 2026
| USDOT number | 1852556 |
|---|---|
| MC / docket | MC669512 |
| Legal name | UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS INC |
| DBA name | UNITED CARTAGE |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Power units | 12 |
| Drivers | 6 |
| Annual mileage | 180,000 (2025) |
| Hazmat | No |
| Safety rating | Not rated (no compliance review on record) |
| USDOT number added | Feb 9, 2009 · 17 years ago |
| Last MCS-150 update | Oct 5, 2026 |
Cargo carried
General FreightHousehold GoodsBuilding MaterialsFresh ProduceLiquids/GasesGrain, Feed, HayMeatChemicalsCommodities Dry BulkRefrigerated FoodBeveragesPaper ProductsConstructionOtherENGINES-PAINT
Questions about UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS INC
What does UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS INC's operating authority allow?
MC669512: Motor carrier (may haul regulated property for hire).
Which information about UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS INC is old or missing?
There are too few vehicle inspections in the last 24 months to judge the out-of-service rate. 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 UNIVERSAL LOGISTICS INC?
Confirm the authority and insurance on the Motus record for USDOT 1852556. Call the company back on the phone number on file, (757) 223-0700, not a number from an email or load board message. Check that the MC number the dispatcher gave you matches MC669512, and ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as certificate holder.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
| FERGUSON ENTERPRISES LLC | 282018 | FF11919 | 8,238 | Inactive Current · Motus |
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| AMORY TRANSPORTATION LLC | 1648804 | MC607004 | 17 | Last known: Active FMCSA snapshot May 14, 2026 |
| HAMPTON ROADS CRANE AND RIGGING COMPANY | 373424 | MC705717 | 12 | Last known: Active FMCSA snapshot May 14, 2026 |
| DAVID'S TOWING INC | 460635 | MC343589 | 12 | Last known: Active FMCSA snapshot May 14, 2026 |
| VLH TRANSPORTATION INC | 1619806 | MC655784 | 12 | Last known: Active FMCSA snapshot May 14, 2026 |
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| 1850 CRANE & STEEL LLC DBA HAMPTON ROADS CRANE & RIGGING |
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Company details from the FMCSA Company Census File (Oct 18, 2026). Inspections and crashes from FMCSA MCMIS files. About our data · Report an error.