FOODLINER INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: FOODLINER
USDOT
46257
MC Number
163711
Fleet Size
1226
Total Drivers
1153
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: September 6, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
FOODLINER INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in DUBUQUE, Iowa, operating 1226 power units with 1153 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 0.7% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 80 crashes on file (23 with injuries). FMCSA records show 840 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 7.4% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 26,539 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
840
Total
67%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Self-Insured — eff. Jul 1, 2024
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Travelers Casualty and Surety Company of America — eff. Sep 30, 2024
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Aug 4, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
80
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is FOODLINER INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for FOODLINER INC (USDOT #46257) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is FOODLINER INC's safety record?
FOODLINER INC has 840 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 80 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 FOODLINER INC operate?
FOODLINER INC operates 1226 power units with 1153 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does FOODLINER INC transport hazardous materials?
No. FOODLINER INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is FOODLINER INC located?
FOODLINER INC is based in DUBUQUE, Iowa at 501 BELL ST, 52001. Phone: (563) 584-2670.
What are FOODLINER INC's out-of-service rates?
FOODLINER INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.7%, 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 11.0%, 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.