Consumers Energy
Jackson, MI
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
1,998
Power Units
1,644
Drivers
Est. 1982 (44 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
CONSUMERS ENERGY is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since July 1982. Based in JACKSON, MI, They are classified as Intrastate Only and operate intrastate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Tanker and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Consumers Energy operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 1,817 | 134 | 0 | 1,951 |
| Tractors | 36 | 0 | 0 | 36 |
| Trailers | 1,736 | 100 | 0 | 1,836 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Consumers Energy is authorized to transport the following 5 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 1,644
MCS-150 Mileage: 16,271,200 miles (2025)
Driver Information
1,644
Total Drivers
1,644
CDL Drivers
1,644
Intrastate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by CONSUMERS ENERGY
71 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: May 3, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Freightliner, Ford, International. Equipment breakdown: 49 STRAIGHT TRUCK, 16 SEMI-TRAILER, 6 TRUCK TRACTOR. Out-of-service rate is high — roughly 1 in 5 inspections parks the truck. FMCSA typically flags carriers in this range for review. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (3 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 49 | 69% |
| SEMI-TRAILER | 16 | 23% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 6 | 8% |
Vehicle makes (16 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 24 | 34% |
| Ford | 15 | 21% |
| International | 13 | 18% |
| Brot | 4 | 6% |
| UNK | 2 | 3% |
| Ceez | 2 | 3% |
| Qual | 2 | 3% |
| Moran Welding | 1 | 1% |
| Sure-trac | 1 | 1% |
| Custo | 1 | 1% |
| Frtv | 1 | 1% |
| Bbtm | 1 | 1% |
| Peterbilt | 1 | 1% |
| Mntr | 1 | 1% |
| GMC | 1 | 1% |
| Trlr | 1 | 1% |
License plates on file (20 shown of 71 plates)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PF23933 | MI | FRHT STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | May 2026 |
| PF20127 | MI | FRHT STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| E593772 | MI | BROT SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| 25KG7D | MO | FRHT STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| 3836423 | IN | FRHT STRAIGHT TRUCK | 2 | Apr 2026 |
| PF16409 | MI | INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| E293021 | MI | SURE- SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| PF20039 | MI | INTL TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| F010331 | MI | UNK SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Apr 2026 |
| PF21346 | MI | INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Mar 2026 |
| PF06513 | MI | FRHT STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Mar 2026 |
| PF09207 | MI | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| 3849751 | IN | FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| P20127 | MI | FRHT STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| PF05667 | MI | FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Feb 2026 |
| PF09295 | MI | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Jan 2026 |
| PF09124 | MI | INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Jan 2026 |
| D983746 | MI | CUSTO SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | Jan 2026 |
| PF05876 | MI | INTL STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Jan 2026 |
| PF05684 | MI | FORD STRAIGHT TRUCK | 1 | Jan 2026 |
Plate registrations span 3 states: MI (64) · IN (6) · MO (1)
Recent active vehicles (12 shown of 71)
Showing the most recently active 12 vehicles. Full fleet records are available via direct VIN search.
Fleet data is aggregated from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling window). Vehicles inspected under this carrier's DOT number are listed. A VIN can appear under multiple carriers over its lifetime if leased, sold, or operated by different fleets at different times. For VIN-specific recall service status, verify directly with the OEM dealer or NHTSA.gov/recalls.
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Safety Performance
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
66
Inspections
24 months
103
Violations
Total found
15
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-2.9%)
✓ Better than national average (-3.5%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/09/2026 | MI | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 07/08/2026 | MI | Walk-Around | 2 | 1 |
| 06/22/2026 | MI | Full | 6 | 1 |
| 06/15/2026 | MI | Driver Only | 2 | ✓ |
| 06/03/2026 | MI | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 05/27/2026 | MI | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 05/27/2026 | MI | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 05/15/2026 | MI | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 05/03/2026 | MI | Full | 1 | ✓ |
| 04/17/2026 | MI | Driver Only | 2 | ✓ |
| 04/17/2026 | MI | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 04/13/2026 | MI | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 04/07/2026 | MI | Walk-Around | 1 | 1 |
| 04/03/2026 | MI | Driver Only | 2 | ✓ |
| 03/26/2026 | MI | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 66 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Crash History
49
Total Crashes
2
Fatalities
9
Injuries
49
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/07/2026 | MI | PONTIAC, MI | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 05/02/2026 | MI | OWOSSO TWP, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 03/25/2026 | MI | WHEELER TWP, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 03/16/2026 | MI | LEROY TWP, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 03/01/2026 | MI | NORTH STAR TWP, MI | 1 | 0 | Yes |
| 02/27/2026 | MI | ELMIRA TWP, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 02/16/2026 | MI | LANSING, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 02/09/2026 | MI | WAKESHMA TWP, MI | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 02/06/2026 | IN | FORT WAYNE, IN | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 01/26/2026 | MI | Wyoming, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 01/18/2026 | MI | KENTWOOD, MI | 0 | 2 | Yes |
| 01/06/2026 | MI | Wyoming, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 12/15/2025 | MI | GRAND RAPIDS, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 12/10/2025 | MI | Lansing, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 11/26/2025 | MI | VENICE TWP, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 11/25/2025 | MI | CLINTON TWP, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 11/25/2025 | MI | GRAND RAPIDS, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 11/24/2025 | MI | CLINTON TWP, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 11/03/2025 | MI | HOLLAND TWP, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 10/28/2025 | MI | BIG RAPIDS TWP, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 09/05/2025 | MI | STERLING HEIGHTS, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 07/25/2025 | MI | ZEELAND TWP, MI | 1 | 1 | Yes |
| 07/15/2025 | MI | MIDLAND, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 07/15/2025 | MI | GARFIELD TWP, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 06/26/2025 | MI | NAPOLEON TWP, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
Showing 25 of 49 crash records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does CONSUMERS ENERGY operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, CONSUMERS ENERGY is inferred to operate: Flatbed, Step Deck / RGN, Tanker and Box Truck.
Is CONSUMERS ENERGY's authority currently active?
CONSUMERS ENERGY currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has CONSUMERS ENERGY been in business?
CONSUMERS ENERGY has been registered with the FMCSA since July 1982, making their authority approximately 44 years old.
Where is CONSUMERS ENERGY located?
CONSUMERS ENERGY is physically located at ONE ENERGY PLAZA, JACKSON, MI 49201.
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How does a fleet like CONSUMERS ENERGY find qualified CDL drivers to hire in MI?
Most fleets in MI source drivers through a combination of: (1) ATS-listed job posting boards (Indeed, ZipRecruiter, CDLLife), (2) driver recruiting agencies that pre-screen candidates, (3) state-specific CDL school relationships, and (4) referral bonuses from current drivers. Average hire-cost in 2026 is $8,234–$20,729 per driver when factoring in recruiting spend, onboarding, and turnover. Read O Trucking's driver hiring guide for MI for benchmarks, average wages, and FMCSA hiring compliance requirements.
How do I verify a freight broker before hauling for them?
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Roadside Inspection History 66 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
CONSUMERS ENERGY has been inspected 66 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in MI, IN. Out of these, 10 inspections (about 15%) resulted in an out-of-service order — meaning the truck or driver was held until a violation was fixed. The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is roughly 21%. The most frequently cited violation is 392.2-SLLS2 (State/local laws — Speeding 6-10 mph over limit) — 15 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-09 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-07-08 | MI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | OOS · 1 |
| 2026-06-22 | MI | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 6 | OOS · 1 |
| 2026-06-15 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | — |
| 2026-06-03 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-05-27 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-05-27 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-05-15 | MI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2026-05-03 | MI | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 1 | — |
| 2026-04-17 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | — |
| 2026-04-17 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-04-13 | MI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2026-04-07 | MI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | OOS · 1 |
| 2026-04-03 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | — |
| 2026-03-26 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-03-26 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-02-13 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-02-12 | MI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 4 | — |
| 2026-02-10 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | — |
| 2026-02-06 | IN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-01-22 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-01-14 | MI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 4 | OOS · 1 |
| 2026-01-13 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-01-08 | MI | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-12-16 | MI | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
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Most-Cited Violations
Top 10 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
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