V & L BAUER LLC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
521892
MC Number
437573
Fleet Size
13
Total Drivers
11
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: July 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
V & L BAUER LLC is a small interstate motor carrier based in PATON, Iowa, operating 13 power units with 11 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 1 crash on file. FMCSA records show 13 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
13
Total
68%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NATIONWIDE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMP — eff. May 1, 2025
Cargo
NATIONWIDE MUTUAL INSURANCE COMP — eff. May 1, 2025
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
1
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is V & L BAUER LLC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for V & L BAUER LLC (USDOT #521892) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is V & L BAUER LLC's safety record?
V & L BAUER LLC has 13 inspections on file and 1 crash 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 V & L BAUER LLC operate?
V & L BAUER LLC operates 13 power units with 11 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does V & L BAUER LLC transport hazardous materials?
No. V & L BAUER LLC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is V & L BAUER LLC located?
V & L BAUER LLC is based in PATON, Iowa at 507 S WISE ST, 50217-0224. Phone: (515) 968-4179.
What are V & L BAUER LLC's out-of-service rates?
V & L BAUER LLC'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 50.0% (national average: 20.72%). Above average, which may point to vehicle maintenance gaps.