MODERN COMPANIES INC

AUTHORIZED
500 WALFORD ROAD, CEDAR RAPIDS, IA, 52404|(319) 841-1111

USDOT

1230549

MC Number

N/A

Fleet Size

22

Total Drivers

22

Last updated: March 16, 2026

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Safety overview

MODERN COMPANIES INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa, operating 22 power units with 22 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 16.7% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 6 inspections for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

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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.

Driver OOS rate16.7%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate16.7%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Iowa is 7.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 25,829 carriers.

Company details

Entity Type
N/A
Carrier Operation
Interstate
Operation Classification
Private (Property)
Cargo Carried
N
Hazmat
No
Safety Rating Date
N/A

Inspections

6

Total

50%

Driver %

Driver Inspections6
Vehicle Inspections6
Driver OOS Rate16.7%
Vehicle OOS Rate16.7%

Insurance on file

No insurance records on file with FMCSA.

Crash history

1

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes0
Tow Crashes1

Frequently asked questions

Is MODERN COMPANIES INC authorized to operate?

Yes. MODERN COMPANIES INC (USDOT #1230549) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is MODERN COMPANIES INC's safety record?

MODERN COMPANIES INC has 6 inspections on file and 1 crash on record. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. CarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal, so brokers should verify current BASIC percentiles directly with FMCSA before relying on them.

How many trucks does MODERN COMPANIES INC operate?

MODERN COMPANIES INC operates 22 power units with 22 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.

Does MODERN COMPANIES INC transport hazardous materials?

No. MODERN COMPANIES INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is MODERN COMPANIES INC located?

MODERN COMPANIES INC is based in CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa at 500 WALFORD ROAD, 52404. Phone: (319) 841-1111.

What are MODERN COMPANIES INC's out-of-service rates?

MODERN COMPANIES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 16.7%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 16.7% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.