Freight Carrier · Union City, NJ

BEST FRIEND TRANSPORT LLC

511 17TH ST FL 3 · Union City, NJ 07087

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  • MC #1642448
  • USDOT #4241168 USDOT Active
  • 1
    Power Unit
  • 1
    Driver
  • Carrier
    Entity Type

About this carrier

BEST FRIEND TRANSPORT LLC is a Union City, NJ freight carrier that is authorized for: in the state of New Jersey. This company has 1 truck(s) in their fleet and 1 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-1642448 and their USDOT number is 4241168.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 10/06/2025 · last updated Jun 21, 2026.

Carrier Details

  • Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
  • MCS-150 Filed 10/06/2025
  • MCS-150 Mileage 11,000 (2024)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification
  • Authorized for Hire
Carrier Operation
  • Interstate

Cargo Authorized

  • General Freight
  • Driveaway/Towaway

Operating Territory

Inspection activity   Home base   Inspected in 3 states over the past 24 months: TX (1), MS (1), WV (1). Home base: Union City, New Jersey.

Safety Record

2 Severe Violations Updated Jul 23, 2026

Crashes (24 mo)

  • 0
    Fatal
  • 0
    Injury
  • 0
    Tow
  • 0
    Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 0 0 Crash Indicator Not Public Hours of Service 5.25 2 Vehicle Maintenance 23.33 2 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public Driver Fitness 6.75 2

Inspection Summary

  • 3
    Total
  • 1
    Clean
  • 2
    With violations

24-month window ending Jun 26, 2026

Violations Cited 29 unique codes

Critical 14

  • 383.23(a)(2)Operating a CMV without a CDL OOS×1 SW 8
  • 393.207(a)Axle positioning parts defective/missing OOS×1 SW 7
  • 393.9TSInoperative turn signal OOS×1 SW 6
  • 395.8A-NON-ELDNo record of duty status when one is required (ELD Not Required) OOS×1 SW 5
  • 395.8A1-HOSPHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed OOS×1 SW 5
  • 393.43DBMABrake - Breakaway not attached to the towing vehicle OOS×1 SW 4
  • 393.43(d)No or defective automatic trailer brake OOS×1 SW 4
  • 393.110(b)Insufficient tiedowns to prevent forward movement for load not blocked by headerboard, bulkhead, or other cargo OOS×1 SW 3
  • 393.75G-LOADWeight carried exceeds tire load limit OOS×1 SW 3
  • 396.3(a)(1)Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories OOS×1 SW 2
  • 393.87(a)Warning flag required on projecting load OOS×1 SW 1
  • 391.41APCMedical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency when medical certification is required. OOS×1 SW 1
  • 392.9A2-CCargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured OOS×1 SW 1
  • 396.3(a)1BOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination OOS×1 SW 0

Vehicle Maintenance 14

  • 393.48(a)Inoperative/defective brakes SW 4
  • 396.17(c)Operating a CMV without proof of a periodic inspection SW 4
  • 393.11SSide retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflector requirements for vehicles manufactured after December 1993 SW 3
  • 393.11No or defective lighting devices or reflective material as required SW 3
  • 393.11LRNo Lower rear retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflective materials as required for vehicles manufactured after December 1993 SW 3
  • 396.5B-HLOWHubs - oil and/or Grease Leaking from hub - outer wheel SW 2
  • 396.3(a)(1)Hubs - Hub cap missing or broken SW 2
  • 393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper SW 2
  • 393.95(b)Emergency Equipment - A power unit requiring fuses - missing a spare fuse for a required part or accessory (e.g., lamps required by 393.11, ABS lights or low air warning light). SW 2
  • 393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. SW 2
  • 393.95(a)No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher SW 2
  • 393.9Inoperable Required Lamp SW 2
  • 392.8Failing to inspect/use emergency equipment SW 2
  • 393.60(d)Windshield / Windows - Tinting permits less than 70% of light transmittance SW 1

Driver Fitness 1

  • 391.41A-MCPCMedical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial motor vehicle without showing proof of a valid medical certification upon request, but presents proof prior to completion of inspection. SW 1

Locations

Physical Address
BEST FRIEND TRANSPORT LLC
511 17TH ST FL 3
UNION CITY, NJ 07087
Mailing Address
Same as physical.

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