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Budd Van Lines INC
DOT 185771 · MC MC152533 · Somerset, NJ
Report generated: June 5, 2026 at 6:28 PM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✗Safety record clean?
✗No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Budd Van Lines INC (DOT 185771, MC MC152533) is a New Jersey-based interstate carrier headquartered in Somerset, NJ. As of June 5, 2026 at 6:28 PM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 1 risk signal on this carrier, including: substance or alcohol violation on driver record. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Do Not Tender" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 5, 2026 at 6:28 PM.

Common AuthorityContract Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Budd Van Lines INC
DOT Number185771
MC NumberMC152533
Street24 SCHOOLHOUSE ROAD
City / StateSomerset, NJ 08873-5960
Phone7326270600
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age52 yr
MCS-150 filed01/27/2026
Company officerDavid W. Budd Sr.
Power units124
Total drivers102
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)✓ Active
Contract (for-hire)✓ Active
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Substance or alcohol violation on driver record
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
OOS rate 13.7% vs. national avg 22.26% — below average
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Power Units
124
Fleet
Drivers
102
Total
Inspections
95
On record
Crashes
17
On record
OOS Rate
13.7%
↓ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
52 yr
Since 1974
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
95 insp (100%)· 16 viol
Unsafe Driving
95 insp (100%)· 13 viol
Driver Fitness
95 insp (100%)· 4 viol
Controlled Substances
95 insp (100%)· 2 viol
Vehicle Maintenance
54 insp (57%)· 16 viol
Inspection History
95 total · OOS rate 13.7%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
7/31/2025CAI00Pass
12/31/2025NMI00Pass
12/31/2025PAIII10OOS
12/31/2024SDIII00Pass
9/30/2025MOIII00Pass
6/30/2024CAI00Pass
1/30/2026MTIII00Pass
11/29/2024NJIII00Pass
5/28/2025NMIII00Pass
7/28/2025NCIII00Pass
Crash History
17 total on record
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
—NC00Y
—WA00Y
—MD01Y
—MT00Y
—WI00Y
Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
VANLINER INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$1,000,000
Effective
5/1/2017
Location
24 SCHOOLHOUSE ROAD, Somerset, NJ, 08873-5960 · Open in Maps →
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Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedJun 1974
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Budd Van Lines INC authorized to operate?

Yes. Budd Van Lines INC holds Common and Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is Budd Van Lines INC's safety record?

Budd Van Lines INC has 95 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 13.7%. Crash history shows 17 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Budd Van Lines INC operate?

Budd Van Lines INC operates 124 power units with approximately 102 drivers.

Is Budd Van Lines INC insured?

Budd Van Lines INC has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Budd Van Lines INC had any risk indicators?

Budd Van Lines INC has a risk score of 85/100 (Critical) with 1 active risk signal. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Budd Van Lines INC?

Budd Van Lines INC's DOT number is 185771 and MC number is MC152533. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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