Iowa Shipping Containers Safety Record
DOT# 299171 · Ottumwa, IA 52501 · 6417992945
Legal name: Cobler Farming Co
Excellent safety record — scored 10/100 (lower is better). This carrier has one of the best inspection records on file.
Last inspected 01/21/2026
Safety Score Breakdown · 10/100 points
Lower scores are better. How is this calculated?
According to FMCSA records, Iowa Shipping Containers (DOT# 299171) in Ottumwa, Iowa has 9 inspections on record with 40 violations and a 22.2% vehicle out-of-service rate. 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 · 40 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 · 9 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/21/2026 | IA | 0 | 0 |
| 01/20/2026 | IA | 0 | 0 |
| 06/06/2025 | IA | 0 | 0 |
| 04/29/2025 | MO | 2 | 0 |
| 03/06/2025 | IA | 0 | 0 |
| 04/04/2024 | IA | 0 | 0 |
| 05/10/2023 | IA | 0 | 0 |
| 04/18/2023 | IL | 0 | 0 |
| 04/03/2023 | IA | 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 | Western Agricultural Insurance Company | $750 |
| CARGO | Western Agricultural Insurance Company | N/A |
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.