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Carrier profile · USDOT 229354 · MC-162239 · Updated Jul 18, 2026
SALEM CARRIERS INC
317 power unitsavg 10.2 yrNational · 19 statesWINSTON SALEM, NC88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-162239 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORYHAZMAT
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
317Power units
244 observed · MCS-150
322Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
10.2Avg age (yr)
1997–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Jul 18, 2026
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Active operating authorityInsurance on fileFatal crash on record
In good standing · 4
Active operating authorityActive for-hire authority is on file with FMCSA.Insurance on fileBIPD (liability) insurance is on file with FMCSA.Established 43 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1983.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 901 inspections.
USDOT registration4343 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$0 in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo10.8%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal2424
15 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
10.2 yr
Model years 1997–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
43 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1983 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
SALEM CARRIERS INC (USDOT 229354) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load 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 PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. effective Oct 1, 2019 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Jul 18, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 10.8% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jul 18, 2026.
The carrier received 537 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 213 vehicle-level and 537 driver-level — across 19 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jul 18, 2026.
The carrier has 15 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 24 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Jul 18, 2026.
It reports 317 power units and 349 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Jan 6, 2026.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Jun 17, 1988 in the federal record refreshed Jul 18, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is SALEM CARRIERS INC's USDOT number?
SALEM CARRIERS INC's USDOT number is 229354, and its motor carrier number is MC-162239.
Is SALEM CARRIERS INC authorized to operate?
As of Jul 18, 2026, SALEM CARRIERS INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is SALEM CARRIERS INC's safety record?
SALEM CARRIERS INC has a 10.8% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 901 roadside inspections, with 15 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and an FMCSA "Satisfactory" safety rating. Vektor's computed risk score is 88/100 (tier: clear).
How big is SALEM CARRIERS INC's fleet?
SALEM CARRIERS INC operates 317 power units and 349 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is SALEM CARRIERS INC based?
SALEM CARRIERS INC is based in WINSTON SALEM, NC, with roadside inspections recorded across 19 states.
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