Is Mendez Transport Inc Safe? DOT 830717 – Safety Rating, Crashes & Violations

Q: How many inspections has Mendez Transport Inc had?

Mendez Transport Inc has recorded 16 total inspections, with 2 out-of-service orders.

This carrier is active with no crashes on record.

Mendez Transport Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 830717. The company operates from Ponce, PR and maintains an active operating status with 10 power units and 6 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Mendez Transport Inc by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

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Total

OOS

Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

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

OOS Rate12.50%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 12.5% — approaching the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%.

Crash History

✅No crashes reported (FMCSA data)

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Carrier Insight

Mendez Transport Inc is a medium-sized motor carrier operating in PR. With 16 total inspections on record, the carrier has an out-of-service rate of 12.5%, which is below 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.

Mendez Transport 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 10 power units and employs 6 drivers. This is a mid-sized operation relative to the broader carrier market.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 830717?

USDOT number 830717 is assigned to Mendez Transport Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Ponce, PR.

How many inspections has Mendez Transport Inc had?

Mendez Transport Inc has recorded 16 total inspections with 2 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 12.50%.

Where is Mendez Transport Inc located?

Mendez Transport Inc is headquartered at 2117 Ponce Bypass, Ponce, PR 00717.

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# 830717 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Mendez Transport Inc (DOT# 830717) – FMCSA Carrier Profile