Is S & S Firestone Inc Safe? DOT 271514 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of S & S Firestone Inc?

S & S Firestone Inc has a safety rating of "Conditional" as of August 13, 2000, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has S & S Firestone Inc had?

S & S Firestone Inc has recorded 356 total inspections, with 33 out-of-service orders.

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

S & S Firestone Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 271514. The company operates from Lexington, KY and maintains an active operating status with 240 power units and 95 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

⚠ Conditional

Rated: August 13, 2000

S & S Firestone 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

356

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

356 inspections indicates a high-volume, actively operating carrier.

OOS Rate9.27%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 9.3% — below the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

13 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

0.6

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.

0.1

Controlled Substances

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

1.7

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

S & S Firestone Inc is a large motor carrier operating in Kentucky. With 356 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 9.3%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 13 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 S & S Firestone Inc has some safety deficiencies that need to be addressed. Shippers and brokers should review the BASICS scores carefully.

The company operates 240 power units and employs 95 drivers. This fleet size places it among the larger carriers in the FMCSA registry.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 271514?

USDOT number 271514 is assigned to S & S Firestone Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Lexington, KY.

What is the safety rating of S & S Firestone Inc?

S & S Firestone Inc has a safety rating of Conditional as of August 13, 2000.

How many inspections has S & S Firestone Inc had?

S & S Firestone Inc has recorded 356 total inspections with 33 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 9.27%.

Where is S & S Firestone Inc located?

S & S Firestone Inc is headquartered at 1475 Jingle Bell Lane, Lexington, KY 40509.

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# 271514 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

S & S Firestone Inc (DOT# 271514) – FMCSA Carrier Profile