HEARTLAND EXPRESS INC OF IOWA
AUTHORIZEDDBA: HEARTLAND EXPRESS
USDOT
134697
MC Number
115554
Fleet Size
3320
Total Drivers
2539
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 30, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
HEARTLAND EXPRESS INC OF IOWA is a large interstate motor carrier based in NORTH LIBERTY, Iowa, operating 3320 power units with 2539 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 0.7% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 128 crashes on file (3 fatal, 34 with injuries). FMCSA records show 2939 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.
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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.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Iowa is 7.4% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 26,539 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
2939
Total
65%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Self-Insured — eff. Apr 10, 2006
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
128
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is HEARTLAND EXPRESS INC OF IOWA authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for HEARTLAND EXPRESS INC OF IOWA (USDOT #134697) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is HEARTLAND EXPRESS INC OF IOWA's safety record?
HEARTLAND EXPRESS INC OF IOWA has 2939 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 128 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 HEARTLAND EXPRESS INC OF IOWA operate?
HEARTLAND EXPRESS INC OF IOWA operates 3320 power units with 2539 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does HEARTLAND EXPRESS INC OF IOWA transport hazardous materials?
No. HEARTLAND EXPRESS INC OF IOWA does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is HEARTLAND EXPRESS INC OF IOWA located?
HEARTLAND EXPRESS INC OF IOWA is based in NORTH LIBERTY, Iowa at 901 HEARTLAND WAY, 52317. Phone: (319) 626-3350.
What are HEARTLAND EXPRESS INC OF IOWA's out-of-service rates?
HEARTLAND EXPRESS INC OF IOWA's driver out-of-service rate is 0.7%, 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 15.4%, 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.