RIO GRANDE CARRIERS INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
1440839
MC Number
543429
Fleet Size
17
Total Drivers
23
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
RIO GRANDE CARRIERS INC is a small interstate motor carrier based in LAREDO, Texas, operating 17 power units with 23 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. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 48 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 Texas is 13.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.7% across 174,809 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
48
Total
53%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
AGRICULTURAL WORKERS MUTUAL AUTO INSURANCE CO — eff. Sep 26, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is RIO GRANDE CARRIERS INC authorized to operate?
Yes. RIO GRANDE CARRIERS INC (USDOT #1440839) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is RIO GRANDE CARRIERS INC's safety record?
RIO GRANDE CARRIERS INC has 48 inspections on file and no crashes 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 RIO GRANDE CARRIERS INC operate?
RIO GRANDE CARRIERS INC operates 17 power units with 23 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does RIO GRANDE CARRIERS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. RIO GRANDE CARRIERS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is RIO GRANDE CARRIERS INC located?
RIO GRANDE CARRIERS INC is based in LAREDO, Texas at 8800 SAN MATEO DRIVE, 78045. Phone: (956) 722-4855.
What are RIO GRANDE CARRIERS INC's out-of-service rates?
RIO GRANDE CARRIERS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 6.3%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 33.3% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.