Is Van Horn Bros Inc Safe? DOT 1720945 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: How many inspections has Van Horn Bros Inc had?

Van Horn Bros Inc has recorded 1 total inspections, with 0 out-of-service orders.

Q: Where is Van Horn Bros Inc located?

Van Horn Bros Inc is headquartered at 3770 Airport Rd, Waterford, MI 48329.

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

Van Horn Bros Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 1720945. The company operates from Waterford, MI and maintains an active operating status with 63 power units and 37 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Van Horn Bros Inc by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

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1 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

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

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Carrier Insight

Van Horn Bros Inc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Michigan. With 1 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 0.0%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 2 crashes have been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

Van Horn Bros 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 63 power units and employs 37 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 1720945?

USDOT number 1720945 is assigned to Van Horn Bros Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Waterford, MI.

How many inspections has Van Horn Bros Inc had?

Van Horn Bros Inc has recorded 1 total inspections with 0 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 0.00%.

Where is Van Horn Bros Inc located?

Van Horn Bros Inc is headquartered at 3770 Airport Rd, Waterford, MI 48329.

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# 1720945 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Van Horn Bros Inc (DOT# 1720945) – FMCSA Carrier Profile