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65/100
⚠ Caution
OOS rate 30.0% exceeds the national average of 22.26%.
Buchanan Specialized INC
DOT 974510 · MC MC414580 · Ft Wayne, IN
Report generated: June 6, 2026 at 6:27 PM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✗Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Buchanan Specialized INC (DOT 974510, MC MC414580) is a Indiana-based interstate carrier headquartered in Ft Wayne, IN. As of June 6, 2026 at 6:27 PM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 3 risk signals on this carrier, including: crash with fatalities or injuries on record; elevated vehicle out-of-service rate. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Caution" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 6, 2026 at 6:27 PM.

Contract Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Buchanan Specialized INC
DOT Number974510
MC NumberMC414580
Street4625 INDUSTRIAL RD
City / StateFt Wayne, IN 46825
Phone2604711877
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age24 yr 9 mo
MCS-150 filed01/16/2026
Company officerGeary Buchanan
Power units7
Total drivers7
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)Not authorized
Contract (for-hire)✓ Active
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Crash with fatalities or injuries on record
●Elevated vehicle out-of-service rate
●Unsafe driving violation on record
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
Active
OOS rate 30.0% vs. national avg 22.26% — above average
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Power Units
7
Fleet
Drivers
7
Total
Inspections
10
On record
Crashes
8
On record
OOS Rate
30.0%
↑ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
24 yr 9 mo
Since 2001
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
10 insp (100%)
Unsafe Driving
10 insp (100%)· 2 viol
Driver Fitness
10 insp (100%)
Controlled Substances
10 insp (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
5 insp (50%)· 3 viol
Inspection History
10 total · OOS rate 30.0%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
12/31/2024INII00Pass
4/30/2025LAIII00Pass
4/30/2025INIII00Pass
6/23/2025MIII01OOS
1/22/2026INIII00Pass
10/16/2024OHI00Pass
2/12/2025OHIII00Pass
6/9/2025MII01OOS
8/5/2024MIII01OOS
6/4/2024INIII00Pass
Crash History
8 total on record
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
—IN00Y
—MA01N
—TX00Y
—TX00Y
—TX00Y
Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$1,000,000
Effective
1/1/2023
Location
4625 INDUSTRIAL RD, Ft Wayne, IN, 46825 · Open in Maps →
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Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedAug 2001
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Buchanan Specialized INC authorized to operate?

Yes. Buchanan Specialized INC holds Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is Buchanan Specialized INC's safety record?

Buchanan Specialized INC has 10 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 30.0%. Crash history shows 8 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Buchanan Specialized INC operate?

Buchanan Specialized INC operates 7 power units with approximately 7 drivers.

Is Buchanan Specialized INC insured?

Buchanan Specialized INC has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Buchanan Specialized INC had any risk indicators?

Buchanan Specialized INC has a risk score of 65/100 (High Risk) with 3 active risk signals. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Buchanan Specialized INC?

Buchanan Specialized INC's DOT number is 974510 and MC number is MC414580. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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