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Carrier profile · USDOT 46257 · MC-163711 · Updated Sep 6, 2026
Foodliner Inc
DBA FOODLINER
1,226 power unitsavg 8.3 yrNational · 47 statesDUBUQUE, IA88/100
CARRIER ACTIVEMC-163711 ACTIVERATED SATISFACTORY
Observed fleet · trailing 24 mo daily
1,226Power units
561 observed · MCS-150
598Trailers seen
Decoded · vPIC
8.3Avg age (yr)
1997–2026 · vPIC
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Load decision · FMCSA snapshot · Sep 6, 2026
Clear to load
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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 52 yearsOperating authority has been on file since 1974.Out-of-service rates below national averageBoth vehicle and driver OOS rates beat the national benchmark across 1437 inspections.
USDOT registration5252 yr registered
Active for-hireInsurance (BIPD)$4M in force
FMCSA L&IVehicle OOS · 24-mo10.7%
▼ 22.26% nat'lCrashes · fatal2323
77 in 24 moVektor intelligence · beyond the federal recordProprietary signals computed from VIN-decoded inspections & daily FMCSA snapshots
Fleet age vs peersTypical
8.3 yr
Model years 1997–2026 · peer benchmark unavailable.
Identity stabilityStable
52 yr unchanged
Same registration since 1974 — no chameleon / reincarnation signal.
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Verification summary
FOODLINER INC (USDOT 46257) has a Vektor safety score of 88/100 and a Clear to load verdict, from the carrier's FMCSA record refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
The carrier holds active common and contract for-hire operating authority per FMCSA L&I as of Sep 6, 2026.
It has an active BIPD insurance filing with a $4,000,000 limit in force from ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY effective Dec 1, 2025 in FMCSA L&I's current snapshot as of Sep 6, 2026.
Its vehicle out-of-service rate was 10.7% over the last 24 months, versus the 22.26% CVSA national average, from FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
The carrier received 841 roadside inspections in the last 24 months — 421 vehicle-level and 840 driver-level — across 47 states, according to FMCSA roadside-inspection data refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
The carrier has 77 reportable crashes in the last 24 months and 23 fatal crashes across the full FMCSA crash record available as of Sep 6, 2026.
It reports 1,226 power units and 1,153 drivers in its most recent MCS-150 filing dated Oct 21, 2025.
It has an FMCSA safety rating of Satisfactory assigned Jul 18, 2005 in the federal record refreshed Sep 6, 2026.
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Frequently asked
What is FOODLINER INC's USDOT number?
FOODLINER INC's USDOT number is 46257, and its motor carrier number is MC-163711.
Is FOODLINER INC authorized to operate?
As of Sep 6, 2026, FOODLINER INC is active in the FMCSA register with common, contract, broker operating authority on file.
What is FOODLINER INC's safety record?
FOODLINER INC has a 10.7% vehicle out-of-service rate (national average 22.26%) across 1,437 roadside inspections, with 77 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 FOODLINER INC's fleet?
FOODLINER INC operates 1,226 power units and 1,153 drivers per its most recent MCS-150 filing.
Where is FOODLINER INC based?
FOODLINER INC is based in DUBUQUE, IA, with roadside inspections recorded across 47 states.
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