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Carrier Profile · DOT 1512207

Ricks Custom INC

For-Hire ContractInterstateBoyden, IA 51234
Updated 2026-05-30T01:19:18.614Z·By Sarah Chen, Lead Safety Analyst·Reviewed by James Rodriguez·Methodology v2.1

Ricks Custom INC has operated for 20.0y with a fleet of 8 power units and 7 drivers under Contract authority. The company has recorded 6 roadside inspections in its operating history.

Identity
Legal nameRicks Custom INC
DBA
DOT #1512207
MC #MC567244
CityBoyden
StateIowa
ZIP51234
Authority age20.0y
StatusActive
Common authorityNot authorized
Contract authority✓ Authorized
Broker authorityNot authorized
OperationInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
MCS-150 filed05/08/2026
Company officerDale Ricks
FMCSA SAFER →FMCSA Safety Scores (SMS) →
Fleet size
8
Power units
Drivers
7
Total drivers
Inspections
6
On record
Crashes
1
On record
OOS Rate
50.0%
Above national avg (22.26%)

Source: FMCSA compliance records, Truck Graph analysis. View methodology

Location

904 HORIZON RD, Boyden, IA, 51234

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Inspection history

6 total inspections. OOS rate: 50.0%. Showing last 5.

DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOS
12/27/2024SD310
6/26/2025MN300
6/19/2025IA201
2/18/2025SD300
9/12/2024MN300

Source: FMCSA inspection records. View methodology

Crash history

1 crashes on record. Showing last 3.

DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
IA00Y

Source: FMCSA crash records. View methodology

Insurance status

Current insurance filing on record with FMCSA.

Status
Active
Insurer
AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
Coverage
$750,000
Effective
12/1/2025

Source: FMCSA insurance filings. View methodology

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Authority timeline

Key events in this carrier's operating authority history.

Authority Granted
Jun 2006
FMCSA issued operating authority
Active
Current
Authority currently active

Source: FMCSA authority records and revocation orders. View methodology

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Frequently asked

Ricks Custom INC

Answers from verified compliance records.

Is Ricks Custom INC authorized to operate?

Yes. Ricks Custom INC holds Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is Ricks Custom INC's safety record?

Ricks Custom INC has 6 roadside inspections on record. Crash history shows 1 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Ricks Custom INC operate?

Ricks Custom INC operates 8 power units with approximately 7 drivers.

Is Ricks Custom INC insured?

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

Has Ricks Custom INC had any risk indicators?

No risk indicators have been detected for Ricks Custom INC as of the most recent data sync.

What is the DOT number for Ricks Custom INC?

Ricks Custom INC's DOT number is 1512207 and MC number is MC567244. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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Lead Safety Analyst · 12 years freight intelligence
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