Is Steel and Pipes Inc Safe? DOT 1615520 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: How many inspections has Steel and Pipes Inc had?

Steel and Pipes Inc has recorded 27 total inspections, with 2 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with no crashes on record.

Steel and Pipes Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 1615520. The company operates from Caguas, PR and maintains an active operating status with 17 power units and 15 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Steel and Pipes Inc by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

27 inspections reflects moderate road activity.

OOS Rate7.41%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 7.4% — below the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

✅No crashes reported (FMCSA data)

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Carrier Insight

Steel and Pipes Inc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in PR. With 27 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 7.4%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. No crashes have been reported in FMCSA records, which is a positive indicator for shippers and brokers evaluating this carrier.

Steel and Pipes 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 17 power units and employs 15 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 1615520?

USDOT number 1615520 is assigned to Steel and Pipes Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Caguas, PR.

How many inspections has Steel and Pipes Inc had?

Steel and Pipes Inc has recorded 27 total inspections with 2 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 7.41%.

Where is Steel and Pipes Inc located?

Steel and Pipes Inc is headquartered at Road 1 Km 27 Bo Canas, Caguas, PR 00725.

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# 1615520 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Steel and Pipes Inc (DOT# 1615520) – FMCSA Carrier Profile