Santows Towing INC Safety Record
DOT# 3544933 · Lincoln, RI 02865 · 4016606050
Average safety record — scored 40/100. This carrier's inspection results are typical for the industry.
Last inspected 09/16/2025
Safety Score Breakdown · 40/100 points
Lower scores are better. How is this calculated?
According to FMCSA records, Santows Towing INC (DOT# 3544933) in Lincoln, Rhode Island has 12 inspections on record with 39 violations and a 25.0% vehicle out-of-service rate. Safety grade: C. 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 · 39 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 · 12 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 09/16/2025 | MA | 0 | 2 |
| 05/15/2025 | RI | 2 | 0 |
| 11/19/2024 | RI | 0 | 1 |
| 09/06/2024 | RI | 0 | 0 |
| 07/06/2024 | RI | 0 | 0 |
| 01/22/2024 | RI | 0 | 0 |
| 01/06/2024 | RI | 1 | 0 |
| 11/13/2023 | MA | 0 | 0 |
| 08/20/2023 | RI | 0 | 0 |
| 05/19/2023 | MA | 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 | Amguard Insurance Company | $1,000 |
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.