RICHARD PANTANO
AUTHORIZEDDBA: PANTANO NURSERY
USDOT
1484391
MC Number
N/A
Fleet Size
13
Total Drivers
10
Last updated: March 14, 2026
Safety overview
RICHARD PANTANO is a small interstate motor carrier based in MANALAPAN, New Jersey, operating 13 power units with 10 drivers. 2 of their 5 BASIC scores sit above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 49 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
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 New Jersey is 15.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.2% across 45,526 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
49
Total
60%
Driver %
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is RICHARD PANTANO authorized to operate?
Yes. RICHARD PANTANO (USDOT #1484391) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is RICHARD PANTANO's safety record?
RICHARD PANTANO has 2 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does RICHARD PANTANO operate?
RICHARD PANTANO operates 13 power units with 10 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does RICHARD PANTANO transport hazardous materials?
No. RICHARD PANTANO does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is RICHARD PANTANO located?
RICHARD PANTANO is based in MANALAPAN, New Jersey at 143 FREEHOLD RD RT 522, 07726. Phone: (732) 786-8503.
What are RICHARD PANTANO's out-of-service rates?
RICHARD PANTANO's driver out-of-service rate is 6.1%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 15.6% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.