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Asset-based
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Carrier profile · USDOT 548880 · MC-271882 · Updated Jul 18, 2026
Cowan Systems LLC
1,882 power unitsavg 6.4 yrNational · 38 statesBALTIMORE, MD81/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-271882 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORYHAZMAT
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
1,882Power units
1,272 observed · MCS-150
1,734Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
6.4Avg age (yr)
1997–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Jul 18, 2026
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Operating, but with flags a broker should weigh before tendering freight.
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USDOT registration3232 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$0 in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo22.6%
▲ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal3737
130 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
6.4 yr
Model years 1997–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
32 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1994 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
COWAN SYSTEMS LLC (USDOT 548880) has a Vektor safety score of 81/100 and a Review before loading verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Jul 18, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Jul 18, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $0 limit in force from GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY OF AMERICA effective Nov 1, 2025 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Jul 18, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 22.6% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jul 18, 2026.
The carrier received 2,122 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 1,131 vehicle-level and 2,122 driver-level — across 38 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jul 18, 2026.
The carrier has 130 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 37 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Jul 18, 2026.
It reports 1,882 power units and 1,882 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Apr 28, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Sep 7, 2006 in the federal record refreshed Jul 18, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is COWAN SYSTEMS LLC's USDOT number?
COWAN SYSTEMS LLC's USDOT number is 548880, and its motor carrier number is MC-271882.
Is COWAN SYSTEMS LLC authorized to operate?
As of Jul 18, 2026, COWAN SYSTEMS LLC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is COWAN SYSTEMS LLC's safety record?
COWAN SYSTEMS LLC has a 22.6% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 3,333 roadside inspections, with 130 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 81/100 (tier: review).
How big is COWAN SYSTEMS LLC's fleet?
COWAN SYSTEMS LLC operates 1,882 power units and 1,882 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is COWAN SYSTEMS LLC based?
COWAN SYSTEMS LLC is based in BALTIMORE, MD, with roadside inspections recorded across 38 states.
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