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FISTER DISTRIBUTION INC
Lexington, KY
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FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 527307 · MC 260825
Satisfactory
Active 33 yrs, 9 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-260825 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Vanliner Insurance Company
Safety
Satisfactory
15.2% OOS · 67 inspections on record
✓ No risk flags found on authority or insurance records
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 33 yrs, 9 mo
- Insurance on file: $1,000,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 41.2% — above the 20.7% national average
- Driver out-of-service rate 0.0% — below the 5.5% national average
- 67 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC260825
Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) · $750,000 required
Insurance on File
Vanliner Insurance Company
BI&PD · $1,000,000 · Policy MGA389650000
Vanliner Insurance Company
BI&PD · $1,000,000 · Policy MRV 3896501-00
Vanliner Insurance Company
Cargo · $5,000 · Policy CGV 3896501-00
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$1,000,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
527307
MC Number
MC-260825
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
July 9, 2026
FMCSA Registration
June 15, 1993
Authority Granted
January 26, 1993
Annual Mileage
2,208,641 mi (2025)
Contact Information
Address
2335 Palumbo Drive, Lexington, KY 40509
Phone
Email
Website
Owner / Officer
Michael Fister
Officer 2
Anita Willoughby
Cargo Types
General FreightBeveragesPaper Products
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
67
Driver Inspections
57
Vehicle Inspections
24
Out-of-Service Violations
17
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance24
Unsafe Driving14
Hours of Service17
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate0.0% · national avg 5.5%
✓ Below national average
Vehicle OOS Rate41.2% · national avg 20.7%
⚠ Above national average (20.5pp higher)
15.2% of 46 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
45th percentile among carriers with 25–99 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
10 of 17 inspections
Unsafe Driving
9 of 46 inspections
Hours of Service
6 of 46 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 46 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 46 inspections
Crash History (2)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
2
Crashes
0
Fatalities
3
Injuries
1
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| June 12, 2025 | KY | — | 1 | — | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| May 20, 2025 | OH | — | 2 | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Dawn · Dry |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
KY25
IN9
TN9
MT3
OH3
CA1
and 5 more states
Fleet & Equipment (62)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~30
of 30 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~32
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Dry Van
32
Tractor
29
Not Applicable
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH4KN207649 | 5 | 1 |
| 2019 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VA5324KM906528 | 5 | 1 |
| 2023 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VC5327PT311230 | 5 | — |
| 2020 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X4LJ387106 | 3 | 1 |
| 2018 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH5JN961296 | 3 | — |
| 2020 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EJ5LN246752 | 3 | — |
| 2020 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH1LN256809 | 3 | 1 |
| 2025 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH5SN689404 | 3 | — |
| 2019 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH8KN221232 | 3 | — |
| 2019 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VA5322KM900467 | 3 | — |
Show all 62 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X4NJ477293 | 2 | — |
| 2021 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X0MD743955 | 2 | — |
| 2022 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X8ND826552 | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X9MD765601 | 2 | — |
| 2017 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C4HT084101 | 2 | 1 |
| 2020 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C9LT684010 | 2 | 1 |
| 2025 Volvo Truck VNL (4) | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4BC9EH0SN692743 | 2 | — |
| 2020 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EJ3LN257622 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH7KN215521 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH8KN208738 | 2 | — |
| 2020 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VA5322LM007524 | 2 | 1 |
| 2021 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VA5324MM100420 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VA5326KM908586 | 2 | 1 |
| 2019 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VA532XKM906517 | 2 | — |
| 2026 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VA532XTM606994 | 2 | 1 |
| 2020 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VC5322LT010956 | 2 | — |
| 2020 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VC5327LT010368 | 2 | — |
| 2019 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VC5329KM906468 | 2 | — |
| 2020 Wabash Vans Dry Van Duraplate | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532D5LL186959 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Wabash Vans Dry Van Duraplate | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1JJV532D9LL189671 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Mack Anthem | Not Applicable · Class 8 | 1M1AN3GY8KM008524 | 1 | — |
| 2015 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1NKYD39X7FJ464929 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Kenworth W9 Series | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKWD49XXLR394410 | 1 | 1 |
| 2012 Peterbilt 587 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP4D49X3CD139824 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X0MD765602 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X6MD754457 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X6ND801181 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X6ND819633 | 1 | — |
| 2021 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X8MD754458 | 1 | — |
| 2022 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9XXND826553 | 1 | 1 |
| 1999 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9XXXND82655 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C1LT061030 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532C9LT061034 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Volvo Truck VNL | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4NC9EH7JN994686 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH5KN215520 | 1 | — |
| 2025 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EH5SN671548 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Volvo Truck VNR | Tractor · Class 8 | 4V4WC9EHXKN221233 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VA5320LM007523 | 1 | — |
| 2026 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VA5322TM606990 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VA5323LM007533 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VA5324PM310794 | 1 | — |
| 2026 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VA5324TM606988 | 1 | — |
| 2026 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VA5326TM606992 | 1 | — |
| 2019 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VA5328KM900487 | 1 | — |
| 2026 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VA5329TM606999 | 1 | — |
| 2026 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VC5323TM607043 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VC5324LT010943 | 1 | — |
| 2026 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VC5325TM601468 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VC5326PT311221 | 1 | 1 |
| 2026 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VC5326TM601463 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VC5327LT010953 | 1 | — |
| 2020 Vanguard National Trailer Corporation (vntc) | Dry Van · 53 ft | 5V8VC5328LT010928 | 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 (67)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| October 13, 2026 | S235000322 | COLUMBIA KY | III | — | — | SCEPTER IN | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
INTERNATIO VANGUARD NATIONAL TRAILER CORPORATION (VNTC) |
3HSCXAPR4FN649598 5V8VA5324KM906528 |
KY 006234A ME 2940154 |
| September 21, 2026 | CV41296459 | SHELBYVILLE KY | III | — | — | A1 FILTERS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
MACK VANGUARD NATIONAL TRAILER CORPORATION (VNTC) |
1M1AN3GY8KM008524 5V8VA532XTM606994 |
KY A73964 ME 5599436 |
| August 31, 2026 | S227001017 | LONDON KY | III | — | — | N/A | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT VANGUARD NATIONAL TRAILER CORPORATION (VNTC) |
1XPBDP9X0MD743955 5V8VA5324KM906528 |
KY A79090 ME 2940154 |
| July 9, 2026 | 9109003055 | LAFAYETTE IN | III | 1 | — | MILLWOODMELIASE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK VANGUARD NATIONAL TRAILER CORPORATION (VNTC) |
4V4BC9EH0SN692743 5V8VA5328KM900487 |
KY O16512A KY F1X962 |
| 392.2-SLLS3 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 3 | ||||||||
| July 2, 2026 | 0006891396 | FLETCHER NC | II | 1 | 1 | AUDUBON METALS LLC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH VANGUARD NATIONAL TRAILER CORPORATION (VNTC) |
1XKYDP9X4LJ387106 5V8VA532XTM606994 |
KY TEMP ME 5599436 |
| 393.75A3-TAOL | OOSTires - All others, leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | Tires | ||||||||
| June 26, 2026 | 9702004942 | SEYMOUR IN | II | 2 | — | PLASTIC RECYCLING INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK VANGUARD NATIONAL TRAILER CORPORATION (VNTC) |
4V4WC9EH4KN207649 5V8VC5326TM601463 |
KY 015382A ME 5593315 |
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 393.100C-C | Cargo - Cargo not secured against shifting | General Securement | ||||||||
| June 23, 2026 | 6215001333 | DUNREITH IN | III | 1 | — | MIDWEST METAL PRODUCTS CO. | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK VANGUARD NATIONAL TRAILER CORPORATION (VNTC) |
4V4WC9EH5SN671548 5V8VC5327LT010368 |
KY 009211A ME 3051009 |
| 392.2-SLLTCD | State/Local Laws - Failed to obey a traffic control device - Permanent or Temporary - e.g., safety official, signal, sign, light, lane marking, other | Dangerous Driving | ||||||||
| May 26, 2026 | CV41016374 | LONDON, KY | I | 1 | — | AUDUBON METALS LLC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK VANGUARD NATIONAL TRAILER CORPORATION (VNTC) |
4V4WC9EH5SN689404 5V8VC5323TM607043 |
KY 009210A ME 9599426 |
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| May 8, 2026 | I033C50135 | TAZEWELL TN | III | — | — | JOHN DEERE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK VANGUARD NATIONAL TRAILER CORPORATION (VNTC) |
4V4BC9EH0SN692743 5V8VA5322KM900467 |
KY 016512A ME 2831282 |
| April 28, 2026 | S227000717 | LONDON, KY | III | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
VOLVO TRUCK VANGUARD NATIONAL TRAILER CORPORATION (VNTC) |
4V4WC9EH5SN689404 5V8VA532XKM906517 |
KY 009210A ME 2939913 |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| PENGUIN RANDOM HOUSE | 5 | March 17, 2026 |
| AMAZON | 3 | July 26, 2025 |
| AUDUBON METALS LLC | 2 | July 2, 2026 |
| COCA-COLA | 2 | March 10, 2026 |
| CORBIN BAGGING | 2 | February 23, 2026 |
| SOMERSET PELLET FUEL CO | 2 | December 5, 2024 |
| CUMMINS FILTRATION | 2 | May 29, 2024 |
| PETOSKEY PLASTICS | 2 | January 4, 2024 |
| SCEPTER IN | 1 | October 13, 2026 |
| A1 FILTERS | 1 | September 21, 2026 |
| MILLWOODMELIASE | 1 | July 9, 2026 |
| PLASTIC RECYCLING INC | 1 | June 26, 2026 |
23 more shippers named at fewer inspections.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| July 19, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| June 24, 2019 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| January 21, 2000 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| December 21, 1999 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| March 3, 1993 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Common |
| January 30, 1993 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Common |
| January 26, 1993 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
| January 26, 1993 | Active GRANTED | Motor Carrier of Property (Except Household Goods) |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| July 20, 2022 | Cargo | On file |
| July 20, 2022 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| BI&PD Primary/Excess | Cancel · Vanliner Insurance Company |
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