OATS INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: OATS TRANSIT
USDOT
169302
MC Number
301848
Fleet Size
485
Total Drivers
411
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
OATS INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in COLUMBIA, Missouri, operating 485 power units with 411 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 0.0% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 20 crashes on file (8 with injuries). FMCSA records show 49 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 Missouri is 12.7% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 30.5% across 25,609 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
49
Total
16%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
National Interstate Insurance Company — eff. Jul 1, 2026
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
20
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is OATS INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for OATS INC (USDOT #169302) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is OATS INC's safety record?
OATS INC has 49 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 20 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 OATS INC operate?
OATS INC operates 485 power units with 411 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does OATS INC transport hazardous materials?
No. OATS INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is OATS INC located?
OATS INC is based in COLUMBIA, Missouri at 2501 MAGUIRE BLVD, 65201-8252. Phone: (573) 443-4516.
What are OATS INC's out-of-service rates?
OATS INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, 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 8.2%, 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.