Nor - Tran Inc USDOT 1604420 – Safety, Crashes & Inspections

Q: How many inspections has Nor - Tran Inc had?

Nor - Tran Inc has recorded 18 total inspections, with 2 out-of-service orders.

Q: Where is Nor - Tran Inc located?

Nor - Tran Inc is headquartered at 103 2 Ave Ne, Deer River, MN 56636.

This carrier is active. Review the inspection and crash data below.

Nor - Tran Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 1604420. The company operates from Deer River, MN and maintains an active operating status with 35 power units and 64 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Nor - Tran Inc by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

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Vehicle OOS

18 inspections — relatively low volume, which may indicate a smaller or newer carrier.

OOS Rate11.11%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 11.1% — approaching the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records

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Tow-Away

1 crash recorded. Low count, but crash data should always be reviewed alongside inspection history.

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Carrier Insight

Nor - Tran Inc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Minnesota. With 18 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 11.1%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 1 crash has been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

Nor - Tran Inc has not received a formal safety rating from the FMCSA. This is common for smaller or newer carriers and does not necessarily indicate a safety problem.

The company operates 35 power units and employs 64 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 1604420?

USDOT number 1604420 is assigned to Nor - Tran Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Deer River, MN.

How many inspections has Nor - Tran Inc had?

Nor - Tran Inc has recorded 18 total inspections with 2 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 11.11%.

Where is Nor - Tran Inc located?

Nor - Tran Inc is headquartered at 103 2 Ave Ne, Deer River, MN 56636.

What does "Not Rated" mean?

"Not Rated" means the FMCSA has not conducted a formal compliance review for this carrier. It does not indicate a safety problem — many active carriers operate without a formal rating.

Is zero crashes always a good sign?

Generally yes, but context matters. A carrier with zero crashes and very few inspections may simply have limited road exposure. Always review crash data alongside inspection volume and fleet size.

What is a normal OOS rate?

The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is approximately 21%. Driver OOS averages around 5%. Rates significantly above these thresholds may indicate recurring compliance issues.

How often is FMCSA data updated?

FMCSA publishes updated carrier data monthly. This page reflects the most recent available snapshot, updated on the date shown above.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 1604420 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Nor - Tran Inc (DOT# 1604420) – FMCSA Carrier Profile