What is MC number 1129468?

MC number 1129468 is assigned to Thomas Lyle Shafer, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 3460631.

Is Thomas Lyle Shafer Safe? DOT 3460631 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: How many inspections has Thomas Lyle Shafer had?

Thomas Lyle Shafer has recorded 60 total inspections, with 37 out-of-service orders.

Q: Where is Thomas Lyle Shafer located?

Thomas Lyle Shafer is headquartered at 1326 Anderson St, Bristol, TN 37620.

This carrier is active with no crashes on record.

Thomas Lyle Shafer is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 3460631. The company operates from Bristol, TN and maintains an active operating status with 1 power units and 1 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Thomas Lyle Shafer by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

60 inspections reflects moderate road activity.

OOS Rate61.67%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 61.7% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

✅No crashes reported (FMCSA data)

BASICS Safety Scores

BASICS Scores

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

24.1

Unsafe Driving

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

3.8

HOS Compliance

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

0.7

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.

5.7

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

Thomas Lyle Shafer is a small motor carrier operating in Tennessee. With 60 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 61.7%, which exceeds 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.

Thomas Lyle Shafer 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 1 power unit and employs 1 driver. This is a small carrier operation.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 3460631?

USDOT number 3460631 is assigned to Thomas Lyle Shafer, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Bristol, TN.

How many inspections has Thomas Lyle Shafer had?

Thomas Lyle Shafer has recorded 60 total inspections with 37 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 61.67%.

Where is Thomas Lyle Shafer located?

Thomas Lyle Shafer is headquartered at 1326 Anderson St, Bristol, TN 37620.

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 Thomas Lyle Shafer?

The MC number for Thomas Lyle Shafer is MC# 1129468. 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# 3460631 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Thomas Lyle Shafer (DOT# 3460631 · MC# 1129468) – FMCSA Carrier Profile