Def Transport LLC Safety Record
DOT# 2607862 · Waterloo, IA 50701 · 3198833723
Excellent safety record — scored 15/100 (lower is better). This carrier has one of the best inspection records on file.
Last inspected 02/22/2026
Safety Score Breakdown · 15/100 points
Lower scores are better. How is this calculated?
According to FMCSA records, Def Transport LLC (DOT# 2607862) in Waterloo, Iowa has 52 inspections on record with 73 violations and a 21.2% vehicle out-of-service rate and 1 crash. Safety grade: A (excellent safety record). Active common authority.
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.
Violation Categories · 73 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.
Inspection History · 52 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.
| Date | State | Veh OOS | Drv OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/22/2026 | IA | 0 | 0 |
| 02/09/2026 | KS | 0 | 0 |
| 12/26/2025 | LA | 0 | 0 |
| 12/13/2025 | AL | 0 | 0 |
| 11/23/2025 | KY | 2 | 0 |
| 11/21/2025 | AL | 0 | 0 |
| 11/17/2025 | IA | 1 | 0 |
| 11/15/2025 | TX | 0 | 0 |
| 10/22/2025 | AR | 0 | 0 |
| 09/16/2025 | FL | 0 | 0 |
Crash History · 1 record
| Date | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow-Aways |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 20-MAR-25 | IL | 0 | 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.
| Type | Insurer | Coverage |
|---|---|---|
| BIPD/Primary | Canal Insurance Co. | $750 |
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.