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Carrier profile · USDOT 2924307 · MC-986489 · Updated Jun 13, 2026

TAPLIN GROUP LLC

85 power unitsavg 7.2 yrRegional · 6 statesKALAMAZOO, MI
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-986489 ACTIVEHAZMAT
Verified linkstaplinholdings.comFMCSA SAFERCallEmail
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
85Power units
25 observed · MCS-150
20Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
7.2Avg age (yr)
2003–2026 · vPIC
Call dispatch(269) 375-9595Email dispatchKERRYPUZIO@TAPLINHOLDINGS.COM

Carrier verification summary for TAPLIN GROUP LLC

TAPLIN GROUP LLC (USDOT 2924307) has a Vektor safety score of 69/100 and a Review before loading verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Jun 13, 2026.

TAPLIN GROUP LLC (USDOT 2924307) holds active common for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Jun 13, 2026.

TAPLIN GROUP LLC (USDOT 2924307) has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $4,000,000 limit in force from ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY effective Oct 31, 2016 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Jun 13, 2026.

TAPLIN GROUP LLC (USDOT 2924307) has a 30.8% vehicle out-of-service rate over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Jun 13, 2026.

TAPLIN GROUP LLC (USDOT 2924307) has 3 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 1 fatal crash across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Jun 13, 2026.

TAPLIN GROUP LLC (USDOT 2924307) reports 85 power units and 76 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Jul 29, 2024.

TAPLIN GROUP LLC (USDOT 2924307) has no FMCSA-assigned safety rating in the federal record refreshed Jun 13, 2026.

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Operating, but with flags a broker should weigh before tendering freight.

Active operating authorityInsurance on fileVehicle out-of-service rate above average
USDOT registration9 yr registered
Active for-hire
Insurance (BIPD)$4M in force
FMCSA L&I
Vehicle OOS · 24-mo30.8%
▲ 22.26% nat'l
Crashes · fatal1
3 in 24 mo
Vektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet typeIdentity

Asset-based

85 power units. Brokers price each fleet type apart.

Fleet age vs peersTypical

7.2 yr

Model years 2003–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.

Identity stabilityStable

9 yr unchanged

Same registration since 2016 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.

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Frequently asked

What is TAPLIN GROUP LLC's USDOT number?

TAPLIN GROUP LLC's USDOT number is 2924307, and its motor carrier number is MC-986489.

Is TAPLIN GROUP LLC authorized to operate?

As of 2026-06-13, TAPLIN GROUP LLC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.

What is TAPLIN GROUP LLC's safety record?

TAPLIN GROUP LLC has a 30.8% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 51 roadside inspections, with 3 reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and is not currently rated by FMCSA. Vektor's computed risk score is 69/100 (tier: review).

How big is TAPLIN GROUP LLC's fleet?

TAPLIN GROUP LLC operates 85 power units and 76 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.

Where is TAPLIN GROUP LLC based?

TAPLIN GROUP LLC is based in KALAMAZOO, MI, with roadside inspections recorded across 6 states.

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