Triple S Custom LLC
Albert City, IA
Profile data updated Jun 6, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Mixed
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6
Power Units
3
Drivers
Est. 2021 (5 yrs)
Authority Age
Not Rated
Safety Rating
Company Overview
TRIPLE S CUSTOM LLC is an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA since March 2021. Based in ALBERT CITY, IA, They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Step Deck / RGN, Dump Truck, Hopper / Grain and Dry Van.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Triple S Custom LLC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tractors | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Trailers | 6 | 0 | 1 | 7 |
Fleet Size Classification: 3-5 Trucks
Authorized Cargo Types
Triple S Custom LLC is authorized to transport the following 6 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 3
MCS-150 Mileage: 200,000 miles (2023)
Driver Information
3
Total Drivers
3
CDL Drivers
3
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by TRIPLE S CUSTOM LLC
3 trucks identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: Apr 11, 2025.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Freightliner, Trao, Cusm. Equipment breakdown: 2 SEMI-TRAILER, 1 TRUCK TRACTOR. Critical out-of-service rate. More than 1 in 4 inspections is finding park-it issues. FMCSA intervention is likely. Fleet data is from FMCSA roadside inspection records (24-month rolling). Trucks that haven't been inspected recently may not appear.
Equipment mix (2 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | 67% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | 33% |
Vehicle makes (3 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 1 | 33% |
| Trao | 1 | 33% |
| Cusm | 1 | 33% |
License plates on file (2 shown of 3 plates)
Recent active vehicles (3 shown)
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
Below Average
Above average OOS rates
O Trucking Safety Grade
2
Inspections
24 months
8
Violations
Total found
2
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-7.5%)
✗ Worse than national average (+78.3%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/11/2025 | IA | Walk-Around | 1 | ✓ |
| 11/19/2024 | IA | Walk-Around | 7 | 2 |
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
$1 Million
NATIONWIDE AGRIBUSINESS INSURANCE CO.
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | NATIONWIDE AGRIBUSINESS INSURANCE CO. | 91X | FPK BA017105299414 | $1 Million | 01/01/2023 |
View Insurance History (1 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONWIDE AGRIBUSINESS INSURANCE CO. | FPK BAN 7105299414 | 04/01/2021 | 01/01/2023 | CANCEL |
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Crash History
2
Total Crashes
0
Fatalities
0
Injuries
2
Tow-Aways
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/07/2026 | IA | Buena Vista County, IA | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 04/11/2025 | IA | IA | 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 TRIPLE S CUSTOM LLC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, TRIPLE S CUSTOM LLC is inferred to operate: Step Deck / RGN, Dump Truck, Hopper / Grain and Dry Van.
Is TRIPLE S CUSTOM LLC's authority currently active?
TRIPLE S CUSTOM LLC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has TRIPLE S CUSTOM LLC been in business?
TRIPLE S CUSTOM LLC has been registered with the FMCSA since March 2021, making their authority approximately 5 years, 4 months old.
Where is TRIPLE S CUSTOM LLC located?
TRIPLE S CUSTOM LLC is physically located at 2441 480TH ST, ALBERT CITY, IA 50510.
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Roadside Inspection History 2 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
TRIPLE S CUSTOM LLC has been inspected 2 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in IA. Out of these, 1 inspections (about 50%) 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%.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-04-11 | IA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 1 | — |
| 2024-11-19 | IA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 7 | OOS · 2 |
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