FIRST TRANSIT INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1002211
MC Number
576222
Fleet Size
1157
Total Drivers
1646
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: September 6, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
FIRST TRANSIT INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in LOMBARD, Illinois, operating 1157 power units with 1646 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 1.7% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 160 crashes on file (3 fatal, 92 with injuries). FMCSA records show 689 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Illinois is 10.0% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.4% across 52,488 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Passenger Business)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
689
Total
15%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA — eff. Jul 1, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
160
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is FIRST TRANSIT INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for FIRST TRANSIT INC (USDOT #1002211) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is FIRST TRANSIT INC's safety record?
FIRST TRANSIT INC has 689 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 160 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does FIRST TRANSIT INC operate?
FIRST TRANSIT INC operates 1157 power units with 1646 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does FIRST TRANSIT INC transport hazardous materials?
No. FIRST TRANSIT INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is FIRST TRANSIT INC located?
FIRST TRANSIT INC is based in LOMBARD, Illinois at 720 EAST BUTTERFIELD ROAD SUITE 300, 60148. Phone: (303) 319-9904.
What are FIRST TRANSIT INC's out-of-service rates?
FIRST TRANSIT INC's driver out-of-service rate is 1.7%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 2.7%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.