Fleet typeIdentity
Small fleet
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Carrier profile · USDOT 3518329 · MC-1166945 ·
Desert Caravan Inc
DBA 46237
16 power unitsavg 7.8 yrRegional · 3 statesPLAINFIELD, IN86/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-1166945 ACTIVE
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
16Power units
6 observed · MCS-150
3Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
7.8Avg age (yr)
2009–2025 · vPIC
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Load decision ·
Clear to load
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Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
7.8 yr
Model years 2009–2025 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
5 yr unchanged
Same registration since 2020 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
Cross-border activity
No border inspections on record
1 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
DESERT CARAVAN INC (USDOT 3518329) has a Vektor safety score of 86/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record. FMCSA profile data as of Oct 27, 2026.
The carrier holds active common for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I. FMCSA authority data as of Oct 30, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $750,000 limit in force from TRISURA INSURANCE COMPANY effective Dec 10, 2024 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot. FMCSA insurance data as of Oct 27, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 75.0% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA safety data as of Oct 30, 2026.
The carrier received 6 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 4 vehicle-level and 6 driver-level — across 3 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data. FMCSA operations data as of Oct 30, 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 Oct 30, 2026.
It reports 16 power units and 12 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Oct 8, 2025. FMCSA identity data as of Oct 30, 2026.
It has no FMCSA-assigned safety rating in the federal record. FMCSA identity data as of Oct 30, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is DESERT CARAVAN INC's USDOT number?
DESERT CARAVAN INC's USDOT number is 3518329, and its motor carrier number is MC-1166945.
Is DESERT CARAVAN INC authorized to operate?
FMCSA authority data as of Oct 30, 2026. DESERT CARAVAN INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is DESERT CARAVAN INC's safety record?
DESERT CARAVAN INC has a 75.0% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 9 roadside inspections, with 1 reportable crash in the last 24 months, and is not currently rated by FMCSA. Vektor's computed risk score is 86/100 (tier: clear).
How big is DESERT CARAVAN INC's fleet?
DESERT CARAVAN INC operates 16 power units and 12 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is DESERT CARAVAN INC based?
DESERT CARAVAN INC is based in PLAINFIELD, IN, with roadside inspections recorded across 3 states.
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