What is MC number 119399?

MC number 119399 is assigned to Contract Freighters Inc, a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 70289.

Is Contract Freighters Inc Safe? DOT 70289 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: What is the safety rating of Contract Freighters Inc?

Contract Freighters Inc has a safety rating of "Satisfactory" as of February 16, 2010, based on the most recent FMCSA compliance review.

Q: How many inspections has Contract Freighters Inc had?

Contract Freighters Inc has recorded 2151 total inspections, with 380 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with a Satisfactory safety rating.

Contract Freighters Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 70289. The company operates from Joplin, MO and maintains an active operating status with 91 power units and 27 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

✓ Satisfactory

Rated: February 16, 2010

Contract Freighters Inc holds a "Satisfactory" safety rating from the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA). This rating indicates that the carrier has been found to comply with federal safety regulations based on the most recent compliance review conducted by FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

All-time

2,151

Total

380

OOS

Driver OOS

362

Vehicle OOS

2,151 inspections indicates a high-volume, actively operating carrier.

OOS Rate17.67%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 17.7% — approaching the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

Crash Records

All-time

105

Total

Fatal

Injuries

Tow-Away

105 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.

0.1

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.

4.8

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

Contract Freighters Inc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in Missouri. With 2,151 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 17.7%, which is below the national average of approximately 21%. 105 crashes have been reported. Review crash details alongside fleet size and inspection history before making hiring decisions.

A Satisfactory rating from the FMCSA indicates that Contract Freighters Inc meets federal safety standards based on the most recent compliance review. This is the highest rating a carrier can receive.

The company operates 91 power units and employs 27 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 70289?

USDOT number 70289 is assigned to Contract Freighters Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Joplin, MO.

What is the safety rating of Contract Freighters Inc?

Contract Freighters Inc has a safety rating of Satisfactory as of February 16, 2010.

How many inspections has Contract Freighters Inc had?

Contract Freighters Inc has recorded 2,151 total inspections with 380 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 17.67%.

Where is Contract Freighters Inc located?

Contract Freighters Inc is headquartered at 4701 E 32nd Street, Joplin, MO 64804.

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 Contract Freighters Inc?

The MC number for Contract Freighters Inc is MC# 119399. 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# 70289 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Contract Freighters Inc (DOT# 70289 · MC# 119399) – FMCSA Carrier Profile