What is Mbithe Logistics's safety grade?

Mbithe Logistics has a CarrierRecord safety grade of B. This grade is based on FMCSA inspection results, out-of-service rates, and crash history. Grades range from A (excellent) to F (poor). NR means not enough data to rate.

How many FMCSA inspections does Mbithe Logistics have?

Mbithe Logistics has 7 inspections on record with a 14.3% vehicle out-of-service rate and a 14.3% driver out-of-service rate. The national averages are 23.2% and 6.4% respectively. These inspections revealed 14 violations.

Has Mbithe Logistics been involved in any crashes?

Mbithe Logistics has no crashes on record in FMCSA data.

Does Mbithe Logistics have active authority and insurance?

Mbithe Logistics has active common authority. BIPD insurance is not on file with the FMCSA. Cargo insurance is not on file.

Mbithe Logistics Safety Record

DOT# 2278171 · Iowa City, IA 52240 · 9417378335

Legal name: Jane Mwanthi

Good safety record — scored 30/100. Below-average out-of-service rates and few crashes.

Last inspected 01/20/2026

Grade based on FMCSA inspection, crash, and violation data. See methodology →

Safety Score Breakdown · 30/100 points

Vehicle OOS Rate 10/30 pts

Driver OOS Rate 20/20 pts

Crash Rate 0/30 pts

Fatal Crash Penalty 0/20 pts

Lower scores are better. How is this calculated?

According to FMCSA records, Mbithe Logistics (DOT# 2278171) in Iowa City, Iowa has 7 inspections on record with 14 violations and a 14.3% vehicle out-of-service rate. Safety grade: B. Active common authority.

7 Inspections

14.3% Vehicle OOS Rate

0 Crashes

1 Power Units

Out-of-Service Rates vs. National Average

An out-of-service (OOS) violation means a vehicle or driver was found unsafe to operate during a roadside inspection and was prohibited from continuing until the issue was corrected.

Vehicle OOS Rate 14.3%

Carrier: 14.3% (1 of 7) National: 23.2%

Driver OOS Rate 14.3%

Carrier: 14.3% (1 of 7) National: 6.4%

41% OOS rate better than 41% of carriers in Iowa

35% crash rate better than 35% of carriers in Iowa

Violation Categories · 14 total violations

FMCSA groups violations into Behavioral Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs). Each violation found during a roadside inspection is classified into a category that reflects the type of safety risk.

14 total violations across 7 inspections

2 violations resulted in out-of-service orders (14%)

Vehicle Maintenance

Unsafe Driving

Hours of Service

Inspection History · 7 records

FMCSA inspections range from Level 1 (full vehicle and driver examination) to Level 6 (enhanced motorcoach inspection). Level 1 is the most thorough; Levels 2 and 3 are walk-around and driver-only checks.

Inspected across 6 states: GA, IA, KY, NC, NY, OH

Level 2: 2 (29%) Level 3: 5 (71%)

1 of 5 recent inspections had vehicle out-of-service violations

Date	State	Level	Veh OOS	Drv OOS
01/20/2026	OH	3	0	0
12/12/2025	NC	3	0	1
10/30/2025	KY	3	0	0
09/30/2024	IA	2	1	0
03/27/2024	GA	3	0	0
08/29/2023	OH	3	0	0
06/27/2023	NY	2	0	0

Authority & Insurance

FMCSA operating authority permits interstate for-hire transportation. Carriers must maintain minimum insurance coverage levels to keep authority active. BIPD (bodily injury and property damage) insurance is required for all for-hire carriers.

MC/MX Number MC802299

Common Authority Active

Contract Authority N

Broker Authority N

BIPD Insurance Not On File

Cargo Insurance Not On File

Surety Bond Not On File

Type	Insurer	Coverage	Effective
BIPD/Primary	Geico Marine Insurance Company	$750	07/21/2025

Fleet Profile

Power units include trucks, tractors, and other commercial motor vehicles registered to the carrier. Driver count reflects the total number of drivers reported on the carrier's MCS-150 filing.

Power Units 1

Drivers 1

Fleet Size Owner-Operator

Operation Type Interstate

Hazmat No

Operating Since 02/29/2012

MCS-150 Filed 20260308 1

Annual Mileage (MCS-150) 120,000

Address 2014 Hannah Jo Ct, Iowa City, IA 52240