CENTRAL IOWA TOWING AND RECOVERY INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
2359315
MC Number
1349765
Fleet Size
88
Total Drivers
79
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 2, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
CENTRAL IOWA TOWING AND RECOVERY INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in AMES, Iowa, operating 88 power units with 79 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 12.5% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 12 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 32 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 Iowa is 7.2% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.5% across 26,389 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
32
Total
70%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA — eff. Sep 1, 2025
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
12
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is CENTRAL IOWA TOWING AND RECOVERY INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for CENTRAL IOWA TOWING AND RECOVERY INC (USDOT #2359315) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is CENTRAL IOWA TOWING AND RECOVERY INC's safety record?
CENTRAL IOWA TOWING AND RECOVERY INC has 32 inspections on file and 12 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 CENTRAL IOWA TOWING AND RECOVERY INC operate?
CENTRAL IOWA TOWING AND RECOVERY INC operates 88 power units with 79 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does CENTRAL IOWA TOWING AND RECOVERY INC transport hazardous materials?
No. CENTRAL IOWA TOWING AND RECOVERY INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is CENTRAL IOWA TOWING AND RECOVERY INC located?
CENTRAL IOWA TOWING AND RECOVERY INC is based in AMES, Iowa at 2019 E LINCOLN WAY, 50010. Phone: (515) 290-4188.
What are CENTRAL IOWA TOWING AND RECOVERY INC's out-of-service rates?
CENTRAL IOWA TOWING AND RECOVERY INC's driver out-of-service rate is 12.5%, 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 42.9% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.