GARDA CL SOUTHWEST INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
771623
MC Number
496162
Fleet Size
273
Total Drivers
355
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 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
GARDA CL SOUTHWEST INC is a large interstate motor carrier based in BOCA RATON, Florida, operating 273 power units with 355 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 6.7% national average. They have 7 crashes on file (4 with injuries). FMCSA records show 9 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 Florida is 15.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 31.3% across 149,379 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
9
Total
53%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA — eff. Jun 15, 2021
Cargo
FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. — eff. May 31, 2008
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
7
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is GARDA CL SOUTHWEST INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for GARDA CL SOUTHWEST INC (USDOT #771623) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is GARDA CL SOUTHWEST INC's safety record?
GARDA CL SOUTHWEST INC has 9 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 7 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 GARDA CL SOUTHWEST INC operate?
GARDA CL SOUTHWEST INC operates 273 power units with 355 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does GARDA CL SOUTHWEST INC transport hazardous materials?
No. GARDA CL SOUTHWEST INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is GARDA CL SOUTHWEST INC located?
GARDA CL SOUTHWEST INC is based in BOCA RATON, Florida at 2000 NW CORPORATE BLVD, 33431-7304. Phone: (561) 939-7000.
What are GARDA CL SOUTHWEST INC's out-of-service rates?
GARDA CL SOUTHWEST INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, 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 14.3%, 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.