PERISHABLE DISTRIBUTORS OF IOWA LTD
AUTHORIZEDDBA: PDI
USDOT
265725
MC Number
213495
Fleet Size
175
Total Drivers
187
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 26, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
PERISHABLE DISTRIBUTORS OF IOWA LTD is a large interstate motor carrier based in ANKENY, Iowa, operating 175 power units with 187 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 5.51% national average. They have 9 crashes on file (2 with injuries). FMCSA records show 154 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
154
Total
72%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
EMC Prop & Casualty — eff. Sep 27, 2018
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Colony Management Services Inc. — eff. Feb 10, 2016
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Jul 22, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
9
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is PERISHABLE DISTRIBUTORS OF IOWA LTD authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for PERISHABLE DISTRIBUTORS OF IOWA LTD (USDOT #265725) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is PERISHABLE DISTRIBUTORS OF IOWA LTD's safety record?
PERISHABLE DISTRIBUTORS OF IOWA LTD has 154 inspections on file and 9 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 PERISHABLE DISTRIBUTORS OF IOWA LTD operate?
PERISHABLE DISTRIBUTORS OF IOWA LTD operates 175 power units with 187 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does PERISHABLE DISTRIBUTORS OF IOWA LTD transport hazardous materials?
No. PERISHABLE DISTRIBUTORS OF IOWA LTD does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is PERISHABLE DISTRIBUTORS OF IOWA LTD located?
PERISHABLE DISTRIBUTORS OF IOWA LTD is based in ANKENY, Iowa at 2741 SE PDI PL, 50021.
What are PERISHABLE DISTRIBUTORS OF IOWA LTD's out-of-service rates?
PERISHABLE DISTRIBUTORS OF IOWA LTD's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 39.3% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.