RIST TRANSPORT LTD

AUTHORIZED

DBA: HOWARD'S EXPRESS

369 BOSTWICK RD, PHELPS, NY, 14532|(315) 789-8871

USDOT

285525

MC Number

193781

Fleet Size

219

Total Drivers

239

FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 30, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.

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Safety overview

RIST TRANSPORT LTD is a large interstate motor carrier based in PHELPS, New York, operating 219 power units with 239 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 1.2% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 19 crashes on file (6 with injuries). FMCSA records show 247 inspections for this carrier.

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BASIC scores

Under review

CarrierOwl 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.

Driver OOS rate1.2%
National average6.7%
Vehicle OOS rate9.6%
National average23.4%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in New York is 15.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 25.8% across 127,003 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

247

Total

61%

Driver %

Driver Inspections247
Vehicle Inspections156
Driver OOS Rate1.2%
Vehicle OOS Rate9.6%

Insurance on file

Liability (BIPD)

Old Republic Insurance Company — eff. Feb 1, 2023

$2,000,000ACTIVE

Cargo

AGCS Marine Insurance Company — eff. Mar 8, 2011

$5,000ACTIVE

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

19

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes6
Tow Crashes18

Frequently asked questions

Is RIST TRANSPORT LTD authorized to operate?

CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for RIST TRANSPORT LTD (USDOT #285525) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.

What is RIST TRANSPORT LTD's safety record?

RIST TRANSPORT LTD has 247 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 19 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 RIST TRANSPORT LTD operate?

RIST TRANSPORT LTD operates 219 power units with 239 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.

Does RIST TRANSPORT LTD transport hazardous materials?

Yes. RIST TRANSPORT LTD is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.

Where is RIST TRANSPORT LTD located?

RIST TRANSPORT LTD is based in PHELPS, New York at 369 BOSTWICK RD, 14532. Phone: (315) 789-8871.

What are RIST TRANSPORT LTD's out-of-service rates?

RIST TRANSPORT LTD's driver out-of-service rate is 1.2%, 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 9.6%, 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.