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Carrier profile · USDOT 80386 · MC126666 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

Foster Van Lines Inc

Richmond, CA · Interstate for-hire carrier · Since 1974
Authority active$750K BIPD on fileSatisfactory ratingNo hazmat
Cargo carriedHousehold Goods
View on FMCSA SAFERCall (510) 234-9131
5
Power units
3
Drivers
2
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
200
Annual miles
52 yr
Registered
95
/ 100
Clear to load

Operating legally, with one flag to weigh

Authority and insurance are in order. MCS-150 not updated in over 2 years: FMCSA requires a biennial update.

How we scored it · 5 factors
Operating authority20/20
Insurance20/20
Out-of-service rates20/20
Crashes & rating20/20
Continuity & identity15/20

Composite of public FMCSA authority, insurance, inspection and crash records weighted against the national fleet. Decision support, not an official FMCSA safety rating.

Safety

FMCSA inspections & crashes · 24 mo · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Vehicle out-of-service
—
National 22.26% · 0 of 2 inspections · needs 3+
Driver out-of-service
—
National 6.67% · 0 of 2 inspections · needs 3+
Crashes
0
0 fatal0 injury0 tow-away
Crash rate 0.00 per 1M mi
Total inspections
2
Driver inspections
2
Vehicle inspections
2
People injured
0
Fatalities
0
FMCSA rating
Satisfactory (1989)

Enforcement

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Carrier
Active
Broker
None
Docket
MC126666
Revocation pending
No
Common Carrier (Property, Household Goods)

Coverage vs federal minimum

BIPD liability$750,000
$750K required minimum (49 CFR 387.9)
CargoOn file

Filings on record

  1. Jan 1, 2022Liability (BIPD) · Transguard Insurance Company of America Inc. · $750,000
  2. —Cargo · Transguard Insurance Company of America Inc.

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
5
Power units
5
Trucks
—
Tractors owned
2
Trailers owned
3
Drivers
3
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
InterstateAuthorized for Hire
Cargo carried
Household Goods
Annual mileage
200 mi (2023)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
80386
MC / docket
MC-126666
Legal name
Foster Van Lines Inc
DBA
—
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Interstate
First registered
Jun 1, 1974
Last MCS-150
Jun 28, 2024
Safety rating
Satisfactory
Drivers (CDL)
3 (3)
Hazmat
No
Business type
Corporation

Fraud & network signals

For review, not a verdict.

No prior revocation
FMCSA shows no link to a previously revoked authority.
Unique phone number
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Shared email address
Same email address as 1 other active USDOT.
Unique street address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Sharing this email address

Shared contact details can mean affiliated companies or a registration service, but they are also a common sign of chameleon carriers and identity theft. Confirm you're dealing with the company you expect.

Frequently asked

What is Foster Van Lines Inc's USDOT number?

Foster Van Lines Inc's USDOT number is 80386 and its docket number is MC126666.

Is Foster Van Lines Inc authorized to operate?

Yes. FMCSA shows active carrier operating authority.

What is Foster Van Lines Inc's safety record?

Over the last 24 months: 2 roadside inspections, and 0 reportable crashes (0 fatal). FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory.

How big is Foster Van Lines Inc's fleet?

5 power units and 3 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Jun 28, 2024.

What insurance does Foster Van Lines Inc carry?

$750,000 in BIPD liability coverage is on file with Transguard Insurance Company of America Inc., plus cargo insurance.

Where is Foster Van Lines Inc located?

Foster Van Lines Inc is located at 167 South Second Street, Richmond, CA, 94804. Phone: (510) 234-9131.

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