DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: DAYTON FREIGHT
USDOT
273301
MC Number
189528
Fleet Size
2278
Total Drivers
2650
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 16, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in DAYTON, Ohio, operating 2278 power units with 2650 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 0.6% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 117 crashes on file (4 fatal, 35 with injuries). FMCSA records show 1217 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 Ohio is 11.0% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 28.0% across 50,277 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
1217
Total
67%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
U. S. SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Mar 1, 2023
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
117
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC (USDOT #273301) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC's safety record?
DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC has 1217 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 117 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 DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC operate?
DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC operates 2278 power units with 2650 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC transport hazardous materials?
Yes. DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC located?
DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC is based in DAYTON, Ohio at 6450 POE AVE SUITE 311, 45414. Phone: (937) 264-4060.
What are DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC's out-of-service rates?
DAYTON FREIGHT LINES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.6%, 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 11.3%, 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.