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BIO TOWN AG INC
Reynolds, IN
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Elevated Driver Out-of-Service Rate
This carrier's drivers were put out of service on 50.0% of 6 driver inspections in the last 24 months — higher than 96% of carriers with a comparable number of driver inspections (national average 5.5%). This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
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FMCSA status: Active registration · no operating authority · DOT 1779019
Active
No Safety Rating
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
No Active Authority
Common carrier
Insurance
Not Found
No coverage amount on file
Safety
Not Rated
37.5% OOS · 18 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Elevated Driver Out-of-Service Rate
This carrier's drivers were put out of service on 50.0% of 6 driver inspections in the last 24 months — higher than 96% of carriers with a comparable number of driver inspections (national average 5.5%). This is a CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA inspection records, not an FMCSA rating.
Vetting notes
- Active FMCSA registration, but no active for-hire operating authority on record
- Registered with FMCSA as a private carrier — not registered to haul other companies' freight for hire
- No active insurance filing found on record
- Driver out-of-service rate 50.0% — above the 5.5% national average
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 50.0% — above the 20.7% national average
- 18 FMCSA inspections on record
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
1779019
Safety Rating
Not Rated
Operation Classification
Private (property)
MCS-150 Filed
August 4, 2025
FMCSA Registration
June 4, 2008
Annual Mileage
297,450 mi (2020)
Contact Information
Cargo Types
Machinery/Large ObjectsLivestockGrain/FeedFarm Supplies
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
18
Driver Inspections
7
Vehicle Inspections
12
Out-of-Service Violations
10
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance55
Unsafe Driving2
Hours of Service0
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate50.0% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (44.5pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate50.0% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (29.3pp higher)
37.5% of 8 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
69th percentile among carriers with 5–9 inspections (lower is better).
CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA roadside inspection records, not an FMCSA score.
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
2025
2024
Violation Rate by Category
Share of roadside inspections in FMCSA's rolling 24-month window that found a violation in each category. The individual violations are listed under each inspection in Inspection Details below. None of this is the basis of the safety rating, which comes from an on-site compliance review.
Vehicle Maintenance
7 of 8 inspections
Unsafe Driving
2 of 12 inspections
Hours of Service
0 of 12 inspections
Driver Fitness
7 of 12 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 12 inspections
Crash History (3)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
3
Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
3
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| December 24, 2025 | IN | — | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| June 13, 2025 | IN | — | — | Yes | Other · Daylight · Dry |
| November 20, 2024 | IN | — | — | Yes | Other · Daylight · Dry |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
IN14
Fleet & Equipment (19)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~8
of 33 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~11
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Tractor
8
Semi-trailer
7
Tank
3
Dump
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHLDV4MSNB0529 | 3 | 2 |
| 2014 Mack CXU (Pinnacle) | Tractor · Class 8 | 1M1AW09Y6EM040854 | 2 | 1 |
| 1999 Walker Stainless Equipment Co | Tank · 43 ft | 1W9S43216XN001867 | 2 | — |
| Walker Sta | Semi-trailer | 1W9S82AW4X0007658 | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHLDV1RSUV9891 | 2 | 1 |
| 2024 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHLDV5RDUR1599 | 2 | 1 |
| 2007 Freightliner Columbia | Tractor · Class 8 | 1FUJA6CK17LZ40892 | 1 | — |
| 1993 Polar Tank Trailer | Tank · 43 ft | 1PMA24325P1012227 | 1 | — |
| Walker Sta | Semi-trailer | 1W9P82023M1029595 | 1 | — |
| 2027 Walker Stainless Equipment Co | Tank · 43 ft | 1W9S43219VN001777 | 1 | 1 |
Show all 19 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHLDV2RSUV9897 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHLDV6RSUV9885 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Freightliner Cascadia | Tractor · Class 8 | 3AKJHLDVXRSUV9890 | 1 | 1 |
| 2003 Mac Trailer Manufacturing | Dump · 32 ft | 5MADS32263C005968 | 1 | 1 |
| Walker Sta | Semi-trailer | 5WSAA42201N034557 | 1 | — |
| Walker Sta | Semi-trailer | 5WSAA42231N034469 | 1 | 1 |
| Walker Sta | Semi-trailer | 5WSAA4225YN033575 | 1 | 1 |
| Walker Sta | Semi-trailer | 5WSAA4323YN033069 | 1 | 1 |
| Unpublishe | Semi-trailer | RECK842258S012799 | 1 | — |
A vehicle appearing here was recorded in an inspection — it is not proof the carrier still operates it today.
Inspection Details
Each roadside inspection with its violations
Inspection Records (18)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| September 25, 2026 | 7582003727 | LAFAYETTE IN | IV | 5 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
MACK RAVENS-MET |
1M1AW09Y0GM076364 1K9SD3222RK226174 |
IN F864GQ IN SP983QRT |
| 393.55D1-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 and each single unit CMV on or after 1998. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.55D2-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 2001 for towed vehicle. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LBL | Lighting - Backup lamp inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| September 24, 2026 | 7429005487 | FRANCESVILLE IN | III | 2 | 1 | UNABLE TO SPEAK ENGLISH | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLIN CARLISLE |
3AKJHLDV4RSUV9884 5WSAA42201N034557 |
IN A457976 IN SP228NMR |
| 391.11B2-Q | OOSDriver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) in accordance with the current corresponding FMCSA enforcement guidance (391. | General Driver Qualification | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| July 15, 2026 | 7429005338 | LOGANSPORT IN | III | — | — | BIOTOWN | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER WALKER STAINLESS EQUIPMENT CO |
3AKJHLDV1RSUV9891 1W9S43216XN001867 |
IN A465620 IN SP895MWP |
| June 29, 2026 | 7429005284 | WALTON IN | III | 3 | 1 | D AND D | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER WALKER STA |
3AKJHLDV4MSNB0529 5WSAA42231N034469 |
IN A465708 IN SP229NMR |
| 391.11B2-Q | OOSDriver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) in accordance with the current corresponding FMCSA enforcement guidance (391. | General Driver Qualification | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLS3 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 3 | ||||||||
| 392.8-D | Driver - Failed to inspect /use emergency equipment | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| September 30, 2025 | 8557006559 | LOGANSPORT IN | I | 20 | 2 | BIOTOWN AG | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER WALKER STAINLESS EQUIPMENT CO |
3AKJHLDVXRSUV9890 1W9S43219VN001777 |
IN A465619 IN SP899MWP |
| 393.11A1-LTSM | OOSLighting - Turn signal - Any missing on the rearmost vehicle. | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.70B2-CDKPE | OOSCoupling - Kingpin not properly engaged | Coupling Devices | ||||||||
| 396.3A1-BOS | OOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 391.11B2-Q | OOSDriver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) in accordance with the current corresponding FMCSA enforcement guidance (391. | General Driver Qualification | ||||||||
| 393.207A-SUBL | OOSSuspension - U-bolt, u-bolt bottom plate, or other axle clamp bolt loose/cracked/broken/missing. | Suspension | ||||||||
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-CSLRR | Conspicuity Systems - Truck tractor, lower rear retro reflective sheeting missing on vehicle manufactured on or after July 1, 1997 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.47A-BCFSBD | Drum Brake - Contaminated friction surface | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 390.21TB2-DOT | Operate a CMV without USDOT number displayed. Must be preceded by the letters USDOT | |||||||||
| 393.104C-C | Cargo - Damaged vehicle structures/anchor points | Securement Device | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-LRLM | Lighting - Tail lamp - Any missing | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.11A1-LSLM | Lighting - Stop lamps - Any missing. | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.47E | Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt | Brakes Out of Adjustment | ||||||||
| 393.78 | Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.53B-B | Air Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.60B | Windshield - Missing | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 393.11B-CSLRR | Conspicuity Systems - Trailers, lower rear retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 1993 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| 393.11B-CSURR | Conspicuity Systems - Trailers, upper rear retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 1993 | Reflective Sheeting | ||||||||
| July 18, 2025 | 6196004376 | INDIANAPOLIS IN | I | 6 | 3 | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
MACK MAC TRAILER MANUFACTURING |
1M1AW09Y6EM040854 5MADS32263C005968 |
IN F361FD IN SP544BGJ |
| 393.47A-BCFSBD-SA | OOSDrum Brake - Contaminated friction surface on a steering axle | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 391.11B2-Q | OOSDriver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) in accordance with the current corresponding FMCSA enforcement guidance (391. | General Driver Qualification | ||||||||
| 396.3A1-BOS | OOSBrake - Defective brake(s) are equal to or greater than 20% of the service brakes on the vehicle/combination | Brake Out Of Service | ||||||||
| 393.47A-BCFSBD | Drum Brake - Contaminated friction surface | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 396.5B-L | Lubrication - Oil or grease leak | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 393.47A-BCFSBD | Drum Brake - Contaminated friction surface | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| May 9, 2025 | 7429004269 | FOWLER IN | III | 2 | — | BIO TOWN AG | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER WALKER STA |
3AKJHLDV2RSUV9897 5WSAA42201N034557 |
IN A465623 IN SP228NMR |
| 391.11B2-Q | Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) in accordance with the current corresponding FMCSA enforcement guidance (391. | General Driver Qualification | ||||||||
| 392.8-D | Driver - Failed to inspect /use emergency equipment | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| April 8, 2025 | 5884002888 | REYNOLDS IN | III | 3 | — | NA | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER POLAR TANK TRAILER |
1FUJA6CK17LZ40892 1PMA24325P1012227 |
IN F921DD IN SP547NGD |
| 392.2-SLLS2 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 2 | ||||||||
| 391.11B2-Q | Driver cannot satisfy the English language proficiency requirements of 391.11(b)(2) in accordance with the current corresponding FMCSA enforcement guidance (391. | General Driver Qualification | ||||||||
| 390.21TB2-DOT | Operate a CMV without USDOT number displayed. Must be preceded by the letters USDOT | |||||||||
| March 19, 2025 | 7582003336 | BOSWELL IN | II | 3 | — | BIOTOWN AG | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER WALKER STA |
3AKJHLDV5RDUR1599 1W9S82AW4X0007658 |
IN A465617 IN SP230NMR |
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 396.9D2-FTF | Failing to correct the violation(s)/defect(s) noted on the roadside inspection report | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.55D1-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 and each single unit CMV on or after 1998. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| December 17, 2024 | 7582003293 | BOSWELL IN | II | 9 | — | BIO TOWN | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
FREIGHTLINER WALKER STAINLESS EQUIPMENT CO |
3AKJHLDV6RSUV9885 1W9S43216XN001867 |
IN 3491275 IN SP895MWP |
| 393.9B-LRLO | Lighting - Tail lamp - Any obstructed. | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.55D2-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 2001 for towed vehicle. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 390.21TB1-MC | Operating a CMV without legal name or trade name displayed | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 393.55E-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on trailers manufactured on or after March 1, 1998 | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWG1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on allowable gross weight | |||||||||
| 393.55D1-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997 and each single unit CMV on or after 1998. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.9A-LRLI | Lighting - Tail lamp - Any inoperative | Lighting | ||||||||
| 393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tires - Less than 2/32 inch tread depth | Tires | ||||||||
Shippers Seen at Inspections
Shipper names recorded by roadside inspectors over roughly the last three years. Only inspected loads appear, so this is a sample of who the carrier hauls for, not a complete customer list. Names are as entered at the roadside; blanks and placeholders such as “N/A” or “same as carrier” are left out.
| Shipper | Inspections | Most recent |
|---|---|---|
| UNABLE TO SPEAK ENGLISH | 1 | September 24, 2026 |
| D AND D | 1 | June 29, 2026 |
| PREMIENT | 1 | October 29, 2024 |
| BIO TOWN BIO GAS | 1 | September 24, 2024 |
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