Via Trailways Safety Record
DOT# 399298 · Merced, CA 95341 · 2093841315
Legal name: Via Adventures INC
Excellent safety record — scored 5/100 (lower is better). This carrier has one of the best inspection records on file.
Last inspected 01/14/2026
Safety Score Breakdown · 5/100 points
Lower scores are better. How is this calculated?
According to FMCSA records, Via Trailways (DOT# 399298) in Merced, California has 163 inspections on record with 22 violations and a 1.2% 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 · 22 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 · 100 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/14/2026 | CA | 0 | 0 |
| 01/14/2026 | CA | 0 | 0 |
| 01/13/2026 | CA | 0 | 0 |
| 01/13/2026 | CA | 0 | 0 |
| 01/13/2026 | CA | 0 | 0 |
| 01/13/2026 | CA | 0 | 0 |
| 01/13/2026 | CA | 0 | 0 |
| 11/19/2025 | CA | 0 | 0 |
| 11/19/2025 | CA | 0 | 0 |
| 11/18/2025 | CA | 0 | 0 |
Crash History · 1 record
| Date | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow-Aways |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 31-MAY-25 | CA | 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 | Lancer Insurance Company | $5,000 |
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.