Vistar Transportation LLC
Richmond, VA
Profile data updated Jul 24, 2026 from official FMCSA records
Trust Score
Caution
FMCSA data ↓
995
Power Units
644
Drivers
FMCSA since 1988 (37 yrs)
Authority Age
S
Safety Rating
Company Overview
VISTAR TRANSPORTATION LLC is an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA since November 1988. Based in Richmond, VA, they operate a fleet of 995 power units with 644 CDL drivers. They are classified as Interstate and operate interstate (beyond 100 miles) and interstate (within 100 miles). Their inferred equipment specializations include Reefer, Hopper / Grain and Box Truck.
Equipment Analysis
Based on FMCSA cargo authorization flags and roadside-inspection vehicle records, Vistar Transportation LLC operates the following equipment types:
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Fleet Breakdown
| Equipment | Owned | Term Leased | Trip Leased | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Trucks | 6 | 115 | 0 | 121 |
| Tractors | 3 | 871 | 0 | 874 |
| Trailers | 43 | 922 | 0 | 965 |
Authorized Cargo Types
Vistar Transportation LLC is authorized to transport the following 6 cargo types:
Operations Scope
CDL Drivers: 644
MCS-150 Mileage: 26,542,102 miles (2024)
Driver Information
644
Total Drivers
644
CDL Drivers
644
Interstate Drivers
Vehicles Operated by VISTAR TRANSPORTATION LLC
320 trucks and 270 trailers identified from FMCSA inspection records. Last update: May 13, 2026.
What this fleet looks like
Top makes on record: Freightliner, Utility Trailer, International. Equipment breakdown: 270 SEMI-TRAILER, 261 TRUCK TRACTOR, 59 STRAIGHT TRUCK. Out-of-service rate is 8.1% — 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 (3 vehicle types)
| Vehicle type | Count | Share |
|---|---|---|
| SEMI-TRAILER | 270 | 46% |
| TRUCK TRACTOR | 261 | 44% |
| STRAIGHT TRUCK | 59 | 10% |
Trailers (270 on record)
Trailers recorded pulling under this carrier's DOT number in FMCSA roadside inspections. Individual trailer plates and VINs are listed in the plate and vehicle sections above.
| Semi-trailer | 270 |
| Utility Trailer | 169 |
| Great Dane | 80 |
| Unpublishe | 2 |
| Utit | 2 |
| Grea | 2 |
| Wabash | 2 |
| Great Divi | 1 |
| Utilitiy | 1 |
| Hyundai Translead | 1 |
| Sun Traile | 1 |
| Utim | 1 |
| UTE | 1 |
| Other | 1 |
| Utbc | 1 |
| Dm Utility | 1 |
Vehicle makes (20 brands on record)
| Make | Vehicles | Share |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 240 | 41% |
| Utility Trailer | 119 | 20% |
| International | 63 | 11% |
| Great Dane | 57 | 10% |
| Utility Trailer Manufacturer | 55 | 9% |
| Great Dane Trailers | 25 | 4% |
| Volvo Truck | 9 | 2% |
| Hino | 5 | 1% |
| Utit | 2 | 0% |
| Great Divi | 1 | 0% |
| Brewer Uti | 1 | 0% |
| Dm Utility | 1 | 0% |
| Other | 1 | 0% |
| Sun Traile | 1 | 0% |
| Utilitiy | 1 | 0% |
| Utili | 1 | 0% |
| Wabash | 1 | 0% |
| Unpublishe | 1 | 0% |
| Wabash Vans | 1 | 0% |
| Internatio | 1 | 0% |
License plates on file (20 shown, most recent first)
| Plate | State | Vehicle | Inspections | Last seen |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PZA2052 | MN | Freightliner TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | May 2026 |
| STE7812 | MN | Great Dane SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | May 2026 |
| PAV0752 | MN | Freightliner TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | May 2026 |
| STE3178 | MN | Utit SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | May 2026 |
| STE3204 | MN | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | May 2026 |
| PAR9386 | MN | Freightliner TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | May 2026 |
| PAV0701 | MN | Freightliner TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | May 2026 |
| STE0184 | MN | Great Dane SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | May 2026 |
| PZA5437 | UK | International TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | May 2026 |
| STA7608 | MN | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | May 2026 |
| PAV0687 | MN | Freightliner TRUCK TRACTOR | 4 | May 2026 |
| 5662PRA | MN | Internatio STRAIGHT TRUCK | 2 | May 2026 |
| STF3128 | MN | Great Dane SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | May 2026 |
| PZA7329 | MN | Freightliner TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | May 2026 |
| STB5068 | MN | Great Dane SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | May 2026 |
| PZA5914 | MN | Freightliner TRUCK TRACTOR | 1 | May 2026 |
| 1387STN | MN | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 1 | May 2026 |
| PZB3985 | MN | Freightliner TRUCK TRACTOR | 2 | Apr 2026 |
| 1847STU | MN | Utility Trailer SEMI-TRAILER | 2 | Apr 2026 |
| PZA7568 | MN | International TRUCK TRACTOR | 4 | Apr 2026 |
Plate registrations span 18 states: MN (529) · IN (12) · ME (9) · UK (6) · CA (6) · AZ (5) · MI (4) · CT (3) · …
Recent active vehicles (12 shown of 590)
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. Recall status is VIN-specific — use the NHTSA recall lookup linked on each vehicle above to see whether a given VIN has open (unremedied) recalls, or verify with the OEM dealer.
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Safety Performance
Average
Near national average
O Trucking Safety Grade
534
Inspections
24 months
279
Violations
Total found
50
Out of Service
Orders issued
Out-of-Service Rates vs National Average
✓ Better than national average (-6.6%)
✓ Better than national average (-13.3%)
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/21/2026 | CT | Walk-Around | 2 | ✓ |
| 07/17/2026 | MD | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/16/2026 | SD | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/15/2026 | NM | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/08/2026 | MD | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/07/2026 | CA | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/07/2026 | CA | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/07/2026 | MD | Full | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/07/2026 | MO | Full | 1 | ✓ |
| 07/02/2026 | NC | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 07/02/2026 | CA | Driver Only | 1 | ✓ |
| 07/01/2026 | MS | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 06/30/2026 | NY | Walk-Around | 0 | ✓ |
| 06/30/2026 | NJ | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
| 06/30/2026 | KS | Driver Only | 0 | ✓ |
Showing 15 of 534 inspections.
Inspection data from FMCSA (24-month window). Updated daily. View full inspection history on FMCSA →
Violation Breakdown
Insurance & Bonding
BIPD
Self-Insured / N/A
LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
Cargo
Not on file
Bond
Not on file
| Type | Insurance Company | Form | Policy # | Coverage | Effective |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BIPD | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 82 | 016230314 | Self-Insured / N/A | 11/03/2025 |
View Insurance History (20 past records)
| Type | Company | Policy # | Effective | Cancelled | Method |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| REGENT INSURANCE COMPANY | CBA0328312 | 01/01/2001 | 12/19/2002 | NAMECHG | |
| AFFILIATED FM INSURANCE COMPANY | EF233 | 11/01/2001 | 12/19/2002 | NAMECHG | |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 016230314 | 11/20/2020 | 12/08/2025 | TERM/CANCL | |
| ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | ISA H08720812 | 08/01/2013 | 11/20/2020 | TERM/REPL | |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 016230314 | 11/20/2020 | 11/03/2025 | TERM/REPL | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP 3433886-00 | 01/01/2004 | 10/18/2006 | TERM/CANCL | |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT-660-1031A958-TIL | 07/07/2008 | 09/11/2009 | TERM/CANCL | |
| ACE AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | ISA H08710892 | 08/01/2012 | 08/01/2013 | TERM/REPL | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK 3433886-08 | 01/30/2012 | 08/01/2012 | TERM/REPL | |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT-660-1031A958-TIL | 07/07/2008 | 08/01/2009 | TERM/REPL | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | OC 5843757 | 08/01/2009 | 08/01/2009 | TERM/REPL | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | OC 5843757 | 08/01/2009 | 08/01/2009 | TERM/REPL | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP 3433886-00 | 01/01/2004 | 07/07/2008 | TERM/CANCL | |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT660-1031A958-TIL-03 | 06/11/2003 | 07/07/2008 | NAMECHG | |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | BUA 1 89149113 | 01/31/2003 | 07/07/2003 | CANCEL | |
| UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 321-0836103 | 01/31/2003 | 06/11/2003 | TERM/REPL | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP 3433886-00 | 01/01/2004 | 05/28/2008 | TERM/REPL | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK343388604 | 05/28/2008 | 01/30/2012 | NAMECHG | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | OC 5843757 | 08/01/2009 | 01/30/2012 | NAMECHG | |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BAP 3433887-00 | 01/01/2004 | 01/15/2005 | TERM/CANCL |
Insurance data sourced from FMCSA. Updated daily. Verify on FMCSA →
Crash History
26
Total Crashes
1
Fatalities
17
Injuries
23
Tow-Aways
26 FMCSA-recordable
| Date | State | Location | Fatal | Injuries | Tow |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06/03/2026 | NC | FAYETTEVILLE, NC | 0 | 2 | Yes |
| 04/27/2026 | MI | CANTON TWP, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 03/16/2026 | AL | Eufaula, AL | 0 | 3 | Yes |
| 03/16/2026 | MO | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE, MO | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 03/10/2026 | NY | NEW YORK -QUEENS, NY | 0 | 4 | No |
| 01/27/2026 | MI | CASCADE TWP, MI | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 01/12/2026 | IA | HAMBURG, IA | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 11/05/2025 | KS | WICHITA, KS | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 09/12/2025 | FL | WINTER PARK, FL | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 07/29/2025 | CA | MONTCLAIR, CA | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 07/15/2025 | VA | Not Reported, VA | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 06/25/2025 | AZ | FLAGSTAFF, AZ | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 05/29/2025 | WA | CASTLE ROCK, WA | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 05/06/2025 | NC | KINSTON, NC | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 05/02/2025 | NC | DURHAM, NC | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 04/16/2025 | TN | NASHVILLE, TN | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 02/19/2025 | AZ | AZ | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 02/05/2025 | OR | PENDLETON, OR | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 02/03/2025 | SC | COLUMBIA, SC | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 01/20/2025 | GA | AUGUSTA, GA | 0 | 1 | No |
| 12/23/2024 | MN | SPARTA, MN | 1 | 1 | Yes |
| 12/14/2024 | TX | HOUSTON, TX | 0 | 1 | Yes |
| 11/08/2024 | CA | INGLEWOOD, CA | 0 | 0 | Yes |
| 09/24/2024 | SC | MOUNT PLEASANT, SC | 0 | 2 | No |
| 09/12/2024 | GA | GA | 0 | 0 | Yes |
Showing 25 of 26 crash records.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What equipment does VISTAR TRANSPORTATION LLC operate?
Based on their FMCSA cargo classifications and fleet data, VISTAR TRANSPORTATION LLC is inferred to operate: Reefer, Hopper / Grain and Box Truck.
Is VISTAR TRANSPORTATION LLC's authority currently active?
VISTAR TRANSPORTATION LLC currently holds active operating authority with the FMCSA.
How long has VISTAR TRANSPORTATION LLC been in business?
VISTAR TRANSPORTATION LLC has been registered with the FMCSA since November 1988, making their authority approximately 37 years, 8 months old.
Where is VISTAR TRANSPORTATION LLC located?
VISTAR TRANSPORTATION LLC is physically located at 12500 WEST CREEK PARKWAY, RICHMOND, VA 23238.
Roadside Inspection History 534 records
Individual inspections from FMCSA Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS). Last 24 months. Updated monthly.
What this means
VISTAR TRANSPORTATION LLC has been inspected 534 times by state troopers and DOT inspectors in the past 24 months. Most inspections happened in CA, NY, NC. Out of these, 43 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 — 18 times in this window.
| Date | State | Level | Violations | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-21 | CT | Level 2 · Walk-around | 2 | — |
| 2026-07-17 | MD | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-16 | SD | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-15 | NM | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-08 | MD | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-07 | CA | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-07 | CA | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-07 | MD | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-07 | MO | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 1 | — |
| 2026-07-02 | NC | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-07-02 | CA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-07-01 | MS | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-06-30 | NY | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-06-30 | NJ | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-06-30 | KS | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-06-29 | OH | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-06-25 | NV | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-06-24 | TX | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 2 | OOS · 1 |
| 2026-06-24 | IA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 1 | — |
| 2026-06-23 | MD | Level 2 · Walk-around | 0 | — |
| 2026-06-23 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-06-22 | GA | Level 3 · Driver-only | 2 | — |
| 2026-06-22 | TN | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
| 2026-06-17 | MD | Level 1 · North American Standard (full) | 0 | — |
| 2026-06-17 | MT | Level 3 · Driver-only | 0 | — |
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Most-Cited Violations
Top 10 violation types across this carrier's roadside inspections. Cards in red triggered an out-of-service order — the most serious outcome.
Roadside Violation Profile
Across FMCSA roadside inspections (rolling 24 months), VISTAR TRANSPORTATION LLC was cited for 198 violations, of which 48 (24%) placed a driver or vehicle out of service.
| BASIC category | Violations | Out-of-service |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 121 | 43 |
| Unsafe Driving | 51 | 0 |
| Hours-of-Service Compliance | 19 | 0 |
| Driver Fitness | 7 | 5 |
Source: FMCSA roadside-inspection violation records (rolling 24-month summary). Counts reflect citations across all inspections under this carrier's DOT number; see Inspection History for individual inspection events. Violation severity and CSA percentile scores are shown in the Safety & Compliance section.
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