MTR WESTERN LLC
104-unit passenger carrier based in Seattle, WA. Current peer-cohort grade: A (strong).
- USDOT
- 2102959
- MC
- MC458276
- Based
- Seattle, WA
- Contact
- 2068388140 · dougp@mtrwestern.com
What this carrier is
MTR WESTERN LLC is a large-fleet passenger carrier based in Seattle, WA. Operating footprint: 104 power units, 148 drivers. The carrier runs over-the-road lanes and holds active MC458276 authority. FMCSA lists Passengers as the sole cargo classification on file — a single flag often reflects a dedicated operation rather than the full scope of freight moved. FMCSA safety rating on file: Satisfactory (Jul 14, 2025).
For shippers and brokers: this carrier reads as low-risk on peer-cohort measures with no acute or critical flags in the current window.
At a glance
Safety record
Grade shown here is ProHRHQ analysis based on public FMCSA data. It is not an official FMCSA safety rating. The authoritative federal record is on FMCSA SAFER/SMS.
Current peer-cohort snapshot based on public FMCSA BASIC measures. Peer cohort: 117 motor carriers operating 104 power units.
No acute or critical violation flags in the current review window.
The strongest signal is Hours-of-Service at 0.0% of peer cohort average — well under norm. Combined with a clean acute-flag picture, that supports the A grade. Main caution: nothing stands out as disqualifying on this record.
| BASIC | Carrier (3yr, weighted) | Cohort avg | vs. cohort | Acute |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 4 | 41.57 | 9.6% | No |
| Hours-of-Service | 0 | 17.98 | 0.0% | No |
| Driver Fitness | 0 | 1.96 | 0.0% | No |
| Controlled Substances/Alcohol | 0 | 0.00 | — | No |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 14 | 77.98 | 18.0% | No |
| Hazmat | 0 | 2.73 | 0.0% | n/a |
Against similarly sized 104-power-unit peers, this carrier is below cohort average in Unsafe Driving, Hours-of-Service, Driver Fitness, and Vehicle Maintenance.
Inspection and violation record
Last 3 years of public roadside history for USDOT 2102959: 104 inspections across 3 states. Most recent inspection: Mar 24, 2026 in OR.
| BASIC | Violations (3 yr) |
|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 7 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 13 |
| Total violations | 21 (2 out-of-service) |
Crash record (3 yr): 5 reportable crashes , 1 with reported injuries . Most recent: Oct 21, 2025.
What this carrier likely fits
This is a passenger carrier that runs over-the-road lanes, primarily interstate over 100 miles, at a large fleet scale, with passengers on the FMCSA cargo classification list.
Drawn from FMCSA-reported cargo classifications, route profile, and fleet composition. Not a substitute for direct confirmation of equipment and lane capability with the carrier.
Key takeaways
- Grade A (strong) against 117 peer carriers operating 104 power units.
- No acute or critical violation flags in the current review window.
- 73 inspections in the 24-month SMS window (1 vehicle OOS).
- Three-year public record: 21 violations, 5 reportable crashes.
- Hours-of-Service is the strongest area — 0.0% of peer cohort average (well under norm).
- Operates as a large-fleet passenger carrier running over-the-road lanes with 104 power units on file.
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