HaulerCheck · https://haulercheck.com/carrier/3851764-m-l-chartier-excavating-inc/ · Checked 2026-10-19 12:14 UTC · Census and inspections Oct 18, 2026 · Authority and insurance: FMCSA Motus · Oct 18, 2026
M L CHARTIER EXCAVATING INC
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.
- Vehicle out-of-service rate well above the state average33.3% vs Michigan average 21.2%.
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, (586) 725-8373, not a number from an email or load board.
- Check that the MC number you were given is MC1404198.
- 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) | MC1404198 | Primary | National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, Pa. Policy 5309741 · BMC-91X | $2,000,000 | Apr 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
3 of 9 · Michigan avg 21.2%
1 of 24 · Michigan avg 3.9%
10 most recent inspections
| Date | State | Level | Violations | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 17, 2026 | MI | 2 | 6 | No |
| Aug 10, 2026 | MI | 3 | 0 | No |
| Aug 7, 2026 | MI | 3 | 0 | No |
| Jun 8, 2026 | MI | 1 | 5 | Yes |
| May 19, 2026 | MI | 2 | 4 | Yes |
| May 12, 2026 | MI | 3 | 1 | No |
| Mar 25, 2026 | MI | 3 | 1 | No |
| Mar 17, 2026 | MI | 3 | 1 | No |
| Feb 4, 2026 | MI | 3 | 0 | No |
| Dec 12, 2025 | MI | 3 | 1 | 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 Michigan average covers 51,399 vehicle and 85,567 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
20 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 39 violations above?
The inspections section's number counts every violation written on the inspection reports in our Oct 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 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 | 15 | 5 | 75.0% | 63.8% |
| Unsafe Driving | 4 | 0 | 20.0% | 19.2% |
| Driver Fitness | 1 | 1 | 5.0% | 3.5% |
10 most frequent violations
| Violation | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|
| State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit Speeding 2 · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLS2 | 2 | 0 |
| Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection Inspection Reports · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39617CPI | 2 | 0 |
| License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL License-related: High · Driver Fitness · code 38323A2LCDLN | 1 | 1 |
| Brake - Breakaway not attached to the towing vehicle Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39343DBMA | 1 | 1 |
| Cargo - Cargo not secured to prevent leaking/spilling/blowing/falling from CMV Improper Load Securement · Vehicle Maintenance · code 393100BC | 1 | 1 |
| Roll-on/Roll-off/Hook Lift Containers - Improper securement of a roll-on/roll-off and hook lift container Improper Load Securement · Vehicle Maintenance · code 393134BCRHLC | 1 | 1 |
| Lighting - Stop lamps - Both inoperative when required to be on Lighting · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3939ALSLIWR | 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 |
| Driver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV. Seat Belt · Unsafe Driving · code 39216AD | 1 | 0 |
| State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit Speeding 3 · Unsafe Driving · code 3922SLLS3 | 1 | 0 |
Source: FMCSA SMS violation file, inspections in the last 24 months, published Oct 18, 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 18, 2024 – Oct 18, 2026
4 most recent crashes
| Date | Location | Fatalities | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 10, 2026 | Detroit, MI | 0 | 0 |
| Apr 28, 2026 | Ira Twp, MI | 0 | 1 |
| Jul 1, 2025 | Locke Twp, MI | 1 | 0 |
| Jan 29, 2025 | Kawkawlin Twp, MI | 0 | 0 |
Reportable crashes do not imply the carrier was at fault.
Company details FMCSA census · Oct 18, 2026
| USDOT number | 3851764 |
|---|---|
| MC / docket | MC1404198 |
| Legal name | M L CHARTIER EXCAVATING INC |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Power units | 113 |
| Drivers | 65 |
| Annual mileage | 2,000,000 (2026) |
| Hazmat | Yes |
| Safety rating | Not rated (no compliance review on record) |
| USDOT number added | Mar 28, 2022 · 4 years ago |
| Last MCS-150 update | Jun 2, 2026 |
Cargo carried
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Questions about M L CHARTIER EXCAVATING INC
What does M L CHARTIER EXCAVATING INC's operating authority allow?
MC1404198: Motor carrier (may haul regulated property for hire).
Which information about M L CHARTIER EXCAVATING 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 M L CHARTIER EXCAVATING INC?
Confirm the authority and insurance on the Motus record for USDOT 3851764. Call the company back on the phone number on file, (586) 725-8373, not a number from an email or load board message. Check that the MC number the dispatcher gave you matches MC1404198, and ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
Other companies using (586) 725-8373
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M L CHARTIER INC Carrier |
Ira, MI | 426893 | MC1269182 | 3 | Active Last known · May 14, 2026 |
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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 on this page (how corrections work).
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