What is MC number 142571?

MC number 142571 is assigned to Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 163997.

Is Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc Safe? DOT 163997 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc?

Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc has a safety rating of "Conditional" as of December 15, 2022, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc had?

Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc has recorded 10 total inspections, with 0 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with a Conditional safety rating — some safety deficiencies were noted.

Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 163997. The company operates from Boca Raton, FL and maintains an active operating status with 310 power units and 474 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

⚠ Conditional

Rated: December 15, 2022

Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc holds a "Conditional" safety rating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This rating indicates that some safety deficiencies were found during the most recent compliance review conducted by FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

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

OOS Rate0.00%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. This carrier has a 0% OOS rate — significantly better than the national average of ~21% for vehicles.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

17 crashes reported. Review fatal and injury counts carefully alongside fleet size before engaging this carrier.

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

Higher = more risk · FMCSA Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories

0.1

Unsafe Driving

Measures violations related to speeding, reckless driving, and improper lane changes.

0.0

HOS Compliance

Tracks hours-of-service violations, including driving beyond legal limits without rest.

0.1

Driver Fitness

Reflects issues with driver qualifications, licenses, and medical certifications.

0.0

Controlled Substances

Captures drug and alcohol violations, including failed or refused tests.

3.2

Vehicle Maintenance

Reflects brake, tire, lighting, and other equipment-related inspection violations.

Scores above 65 (general freight) or 50 (passenger/hazmat) trigger an FMCSA Alert. Higher scores indicate more safety risk. National median is approximately 20–30 for active carriers.

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Carrier Insight

Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc is a large motor carrier operating in Florida. With 10 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 0.0%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 17 crashes have been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

A Conditional rating from the FMCSA indicates that Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc has some safety deficiencies that need to be addressed. Shippers and brokers should review the BASICS scores carefully.

The company operates 310 power units and employs 474 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 163997?

USDOT number 163997 is assigned to Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Boca Raton, FL.

What is the safety rating of Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc?

Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc has a safety rating of Conditional as of December 15, 2022.

How many inspections has Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc had?

Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc has recorded 10 total inspections with 0 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 0.00%.

Where is Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc located?

Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc is headquartered at 2000 Nw Corporate Blvd, Boca Raton, FL 33431-7304.

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.

What is the MC number for Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc?

The MC number for Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc is MC# 142571. The MC number is issued by the FMCSA and authorizes carriers to operate in interstate commerce.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 163997 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Garda Cl Great Lakes Inc (DOT# 163997 · MC# 142571) – FMCSA Carrier Profile