Oats INC
Columbia, MO
DBA: OATS TRANSIT
Profile data updated Jul 13, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Mixed
FMCSA data ↓
673
Power Units
411
Drivers
FMCSA since 1974 (52 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
OATS INC is an active carrier & broker registered with the FMCSA since June 1974. Based in Columbia, MO, they operate a fleet of 673 power units with 33 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (within 100 miles) and intrastate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Sprinter Van, Box Truck and Passenger.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Oats INC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bus 16+ | 82 | 0 | 0 | 82 |
| Van 1-8 | 177 | 0 | 0 | 177 |
| Van 9-15 | 399 | 4 | 0 | 403 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Oats INC is authorized to transport the following 1 cargo type:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 33
MCS-150 Mileage: 9,999,999 miles (2026)
Driver Information
411
Total Drivers
33
CDL Drivers
58
Interstate Drivers
331
Intrastate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by OATS INC
44 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Mar 25, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
This fleet runs primarily Ford equipment. Equipment breakdown: 20 BUS, 18 PASSENGER VAN, 4 MOTOR COACH. Out-of-service rate is 11.4% — about 1 in 8 inspections finds something serious enough to park the truck. Worth asking the carrier about their preventive-maintenance program. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (4 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| BUS | 20 | 45% |
| PASSENGER VAN | 18 | 41% |
| MOTOR COACH | 4 | 9% |
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 2 | 5% |
Vehicle makes (1 brand on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Ford | 44 | 100% |
License plates on file (20 shown of 44 plates)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1G80A2 | MO | FORD BUS | 1 | Mar 2026 |
| 0G98A9 | MO | FORD BUS | 1 | Jun 2025 |
| 0G38A5 | MO | FORD BUS | 1 | Jun 2025 |
| 0G41A9 | MO | FORD BUS | 1 | Jun 2025 |
| 0G41A5 | MO | FORD BUS | 1 | Jun 2025 |
| 0G26A6 | MO | FORD PASSENGER VAN | 1 | Jun 2025 |
| 0G26A9 | MO | FORD PASSENGER VAN | 1 | Jun 2025 |
| 1G78A1 | MO | FORD BUS | 1 | Jun 2025 |
| 1G26A9 | MO | FORD BUS | 1 | Jun 2025 |
| 1G05A9 | MO | FORD PASSENGER VAN | 1 | Jun 2025 |
| 1G80A0 | MO | FORD BUS | 1 | Jun 2025 |
| 1G72A9 | MO | FORD PASSENGER VAN | 1 | Jun 2025 |
| 1G27A0 | MO | FORD PASSENGER VAN | 2 | May 2025 |
| 1G83A1 | MO | FORD BUS | 1 | May 2025 |
| 1G81A7 | MO | FORD BUS | 1 | May 2025 |
| 1G02A7 | MO | FORD PASSENGER VAN | 1 | May 2025 |
| 0G38A3 | MO | FORD PASSENGER VAN | 1 | May 2025 |
| 0GS9A6 | MO | FORD PASSENGER VAN | 1 | May 2025 |
| 0G42A1 | MO | FORD BUS | 1 | May 2025 |
| 0G32A5 | MO | FORD PASSENGER VAN | 2 | May 2025 |
Recent active vehicles (12 shown of 44)
Showing the most recently active 12 vehicles. Full fleet records are available via direct VIN search.
Fleet data is aggregated from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling window). Vehicles inspected under this carrier's DOT number are listed. A VIN can appear under multiple carriers over its lifetime if leased, sold, or operated by different fleets at different times. For VIN-specific recall service status, verify directly with the OEM dealer or NHTSA.gov/recalls.
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Safety Performance
Good
Below national average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
49
Inspections
24 months
14
Violations
Total found
5
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✓ Better than national average (-11.5%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05/15/2026 | MO | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/15/2026 | MO | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/15/2026 | MO | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/14/2026 | MO | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/14/2026 | MO | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/14/2026 | MO | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/14/2026 | MO | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/13/2026 | MO | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/13/2026 | MO | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 05/13/2026 | MO | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 03/25/2026 | MO | Full | 2 | ✓ |
| 06/12/2025 | MO | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 06/12/2025 | MO | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 06/12/2025 | MO | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 06/12/2025 | MO | Vehicle Only | 0 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 49 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$2 Million
NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | 91X | EAL1000149-08 | $2 Million | 07/01/2023 |
View Insurance History (20 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | EAL 0000149-05 | 04/01/2010 | 11/23/2012 | CANCEL | |
| SAVERS PROPERTY & CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | CP0002722 | 07/01/2000 | 08/01/2003 | CANCEL | |
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | EAL 0000149-08 | 01/09/2013 | 07/20/2013 | TERM/CANCL | |
| SHELTER MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | 1 11111 | 03/15/1996 | 07/03/1999 | CANCEL | |
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | EAL1000149-00 | 07/01/2015 | 07/01/2023 | TERM/REPL | |
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | EAL1000149-08 | 07/01/2023 | 07/01/2023 | TERM/REPL | |
| PHILADELPHIA INDEMNITY INSURANCE COMPANY | PHPK1194295 | 07/01/2014 | 07/01/2015 | CANCEL | |
| PHILADELPHIA INDEMNITY INSURANCE COMPANY | PHUB464048 | 07/01/2014 | 07/01/2015 | CANCEL | |
| PHILADELPHIA INSURANCE COMPANY | PHUB425021 | 07/01/2013 | 07/01/2014 | TERM/REPL | |
| PHILADELPHIA INSURANCE COMPANY | PHPK1037572 | 07/01/2013 | 07/01/2014 | TERM/REPL | |
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | EAL 0000149-08 | 01/09/2013 | 07/01/2013 | TERM/REPL | |
| PHILADELPHIA INSURANCE COMPANY | PHPK1037566 | 07/01/2013 | 07/01/2013 | TERM/REPL | |
| PHILADELPHIA INSURANCE COMPANY | PHUB425020 | 07/01/2013 | 07/01/2013 | TERM/REPL | |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LEI100165 07 03 | 07/01/2003 | 07/01/2004 | TERM/REPL | |
| AMERICAN STATES INSURANCE CO. | 01 CE 566626 | 07/01/1999 | 07/01/2000 | CANCEL | |
| AMERICAN STATES INSURANCE CO. | 01-XS 127473-10 | 07/01/1999 | 07/01/2000 | TERM/REPL | |
| AMERICAN STATES INSURANCE CO. | 01 CE 566626 | 07/01/1999 | 07/01/1999 | TERM/REPL | |
| AMERICAN STATES INSURANCE CO. | 01-XS-127473-10 | 07/01/1999 | 07/01/1999 | TERM/REPL | |
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | EEX 0000149-00 | 07/01/2004 | 05/02/2010 | CANCEL | |
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | EAL 0000149-00 | 07/01/2004 | 04/01/2010 | TERM/REPL |
Insurance data sourced from FMCSA. Updated daily. Verify on FMCSA →
Crash History
20
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
14
Injuries
19
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/02/2026 | MO | WASHINGTON, MO | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 02/23/2026 | MO | ST JOSEPH, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 02/05/2026 | MO | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 01/23/2026 | MO | LEES SUMMIT, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 11/17/2025 | MO | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 11/03/2025 | MO | ST LOUIS, MO | 0 | 2 | Yes |
| 08/25/2025 | MO | WILLARD, MO | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 07/14/2025 | MO | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE, MO | 0 | 4 | Yes |
| 06/12/2025 | MO | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 05/08/2025 | MO | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 04/10/2025 | MO | TROY, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 03/07/2025 | MO | UNION, MO | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 02/19/2025 | MO | ST JOSEPH, MO | 0 | 1 | No |
| 01/24/2025 | MO | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE, MO | 0 | 2 | Yes |
| 12/13/2024 | MO | WASHINGTON, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 12/04/2024 | MO | SPRINGFIELD, MO | 0 | 2 | Yes |
| 11/26/2024 | MO | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 11/26/2024 | MO | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 10/25/2024 | MO | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 10/22/2024 | MO | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
Crash data from FMCSA. Does not include driver information per federal privacy requirements. View full crash report on FMCSA →
Recent Changes
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does OATS INC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, OATS INC is inferred to operate: Sprinter Van, Box Truck and Passenger.
Is OATS INC's authority currently active?
OATS INC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has OATS INC been in business?
OATS INC has been registered with the FMCSA since June 1974, making their authority approximately 52 years, 1 month old.
Where is OATS INC located?
OATS INC is physically located at 2501 MAGUIRE BLVD, COLUMBIA, MO 65201-8252.
Roadside Inspection History 49 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
OATS INC has been inspected 49 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in MO. Out of these, 4 inspections (about 8%) resulted in an out-of-service order — meaning the truck or driver was held until a violation was fixed. The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is roughly 21%. The most frequently cited violation is 393.75A3-TAOL — 3 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-15 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-05-15 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-05-15 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-05-14 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-05-14 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-05-14 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-05-14 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-05-13 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-05-13 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-05-13 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-03-25 | MO | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 2 | — |
| 2025-06-12 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-06-12 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-06-12 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-06-12 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-06-10 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 2 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-06-10 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-06-10 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-06-10 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-06-10 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-06-10 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 2 | OOS · 1 |
| 2025-06-10 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 1 | — |
| 2025-05-29 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-05-29 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
| 2025-05-29 | MO | Level 5 · Vehicle-only | 0 | — |
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Most-Cited Violations
Top 8 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
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FMCSA Safety Measurement System (SMS) BASIC Scores
FMCSA's Safety Measurement System assigns percentile scores (0–100) across seven Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs). Lower percentiles indicate better safety performance compared to similar carriers. Data from FMCSA SMS public dataset, refreshed monthly.
Unsafe Driving
Hours-of-Service
Driver Fitness
Controlled Substances
Vehicle Maintenance
How to read these scores: Percentile rankings compare this carrier against similar carriers (by fleet size and operation type). A score of 25 means this carrier is safer than 75% of peers in that category. A score of 85 means only 15% of peers performed worse. FMCSA flags a BASIC as "alert" when the carrier exceeds intervention thresholds — these warrant direct verification with FMCSA.
Source: FMCSA Safety Measurement System → · Pass class: AB · Total inspections in 24-mo window: 49
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