JAMES R LAY
AUTHORIZEDDBA: E AND T CUSTOM RUGS
USDOT
527190
MC Number
103264
Fleet Size
1
Total Drivers
1
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
JAMES R LAY is a small interstate motor carrier based in LIBERTY, Missouri, operating 1 power unit with 1 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. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 1 inspection 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 Missouri is 11.5% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.9% across 24,338 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Property)
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
Inspections
1
Total
50%
Driver %
Insurance on file
No insurance records on file with FMCSA.
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is JAMES R LAY authorized to operate?
Yes. JAMES R LAY (USDOT #527190) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is JAMES R LAY's safety record?
JAMES R LAY has 1 inspection on file and no 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 JAMES R LAY operate?
JAMES R LAY operates 1 power unit with 1 driver on file. That makes them a small carrier.
Does JAMES R LAY transport hazardous materials?
No. JAMES R LAY does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is JAMES R LAY located?
JAMES R LAY is based in LIBERTY, Missouri at 12909 N STARK RD, 64068. Phone: (816) 415-2173.
What are JAMES R LAY's out-of-service rates?
JAMES R LAY'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 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.