Fleet typeIdentity
Small fleet
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Carrier profile · USDOT 4189909 · MC-1645643 ·
Universal Trans Express Inc
15 power unitsavg 5.6 yrNational · 16 statesBARTLETT, IL100/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-1645643 ACTIVE
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
15Power units
18 observed · MCS-150
26Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
5.6Avg age (yr)
2017–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision ·
Clear to load
Active authority and a clean federal record. No blocking issues found.
Watch · 0
Nothing flagged.
Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersNewer
5.6 yr
Model years 2017–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
2 yr unchanged
Same registration since 2024 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
12 other inspections in border states, with no named crossing match.
A named inspection location does not confirm a border transit or operating authority. Counts cover retained inspection records.
Safety and violations
Violation data is not available for this carrier right now.
Verification summary
UNIVERSAL TRANS EXPRESS INC (USDOT 4189909) has a Vektor safety score of 100/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record. FMCSA profile data as of Aug 16, 2026.
The carrier holds active common for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I. FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has no active BIPD insurance filing in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Aug 16, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 14.8% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier received 50 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 27 vehicle-level and 50 driver-level — across 16 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Sep 17, 2026.
The carrier has 1 reportable crash in the last 24 months and 0 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available. FMCSA safety data as of Sep 17, 2026.
It reports 15 power units and 13 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated May 7, 2026. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
It has no FMCSA-assigned safety rating in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Sep 3, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is UNIVERSAL TRANS EXPRESS INC's USDOT number?
UNIVERSAL TRANS EXPRESS INC's USDOT number is 4189909, and its motor carrier number is MC-1645643.
Is UNIVERSAL TRANS EXPRESS INC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Sep 3, 2026. UNIVERSAL TRANS EXPRESS INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is UNIVERSAL TRANS EXPRESS INC's safety record?
UNIVERSAL TRANS EXPRESS INC has a 14.8% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 50 roadside inspections, with 1 reportable crash in the last 24 months, and is not currently rated by FMCSA. Vektor's computed risk score is 100/100 (tier: clear).
How big is UNIVERSAL TRANS EXPRESS INC's fleet?
UNIVERSAL TRANS EXPRESS INC operates 15 power units and 13 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is UNIVERSAL TRANS EXPRESS INC based?
UNIVERSAL TRANS EXPRESS INC is based in BARTLETT, IL, with roadside inspections recorded across 16 states.
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