RUBENDALL TRUCKING LLC is a motor carrier based in GRINNELL, IA, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 1458945. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, and has not yet received a formal FMCSA safety rating. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 7 power units and 5 drivers, with 11 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 16.7%. Use this page to verify the carrier's authority and insurance, review its inspection and crash history, and cross-reference live data on FMCSA SAFER before booking a load or onboarding a partner.
Carrier is unrated
FMCSA has not assigned this carrier a formal safety rating. Use the inspection history and BASIC scores below to assess on-road performance.
RUBENDALL TRUCKING LLC is a small fleet, operating 7 power units and 5 drivers, based in Grinnell, IA. Across 7 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 28.6% out-of-service rate, with 1 reportable crash. Operating authority is active for contract.
Active filings
Safety Snapshot
7 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 75% versus the prior 24 months, most heavily in IA (7 stops), with Level 3 inspections the most common.
28.6% out-of-service rate; led by Unsafe Driving (67.7% of violations); top code 392.2-SLLEWA1 (Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued) cited 6 times.
The fleet comprises 7 power units (small fleet) and 5 drivers; Freightliner, Mheb, and Western Star are the most-inspected makes.
Compliance
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 145,028 ACTIVE carriers operating 4–11 power units (±50% of this carrier's 7 unit fleet).
Authority gaps detected (2)
- Contract (Property) authority was inactive from Nov 13, 2017 to Jul 17, 2025 (2803 days)
- Contract (Property) authority was inactive from Apr 22, 2009 to Mar 21, 2014 (1794 days)
Historical coverage gaps detected (2)
- No active BIPD/Primary insurance from May 13, 2009 to Mar 11, 2014 (1763 days)
- No active BIPD/Primary insurance from Nov 7, 2017 to Jun 12, 2025 (2774 days)
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Activity by State
| State | Inspections | OOS | OOS % | Last Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa (IA) | 7 | 2 | 28.6% | Mar 26, 2026 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 6 | |
| Mheb | 4 | |
| Western Star | 3 | |
| Timpte | 3 | |
| Eby | 1 | |
| Kenworth | 1 | |
| Utility | 1 | |
| Wilson | 1 |
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
SMS data not available
FMCSA's Safety Measurement System has not published per-BASIC scores for this carrier yet. This typically means the carrier doesn't meet minimum exposure thresholds (inspections/power units), or their SMS snapshot hasn't been ingested.
Recent Inspections (11 rows) View all 11 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87420717 | Mar 26, 2026 | IA | 2 | — |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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14 | 393.75G-LOAD, 391.41A, 392.2-SLLEWA2 | Yes |
| 87139125 | Feb 24, 2026 | IA | 3 | — |
WSTR TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 392.2-SLLS3, 392.2RG | No |
| 87078239 | Feb 17, 2026 | IA | 3 | — |
WSTR TRUCK TRACTOR
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7 | 392.2-SLLEWA1, 392.2RG, 392.2-SLLS2 | No |
| 86581718 | Dec 15, 2025 | IA | 3 | — |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.16 | No |
| 85672211 | Sep 2, 2025 | IA | 3 | — |
WSTR TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 392.2FC, 396.17C, 392.2-SLLSWZ | No |
| 85153182 | Jul 7, 2025 | IA | 3 | — |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 392.2-SLLEWA1, 392.2RG | No |
| 83691367 | Jan 23, 2025 | IA | 3 | HWY 17 SB |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 391.11B4-DEN, 392.2-SLLS2 | Yes |
| 80744227 | Jan 31, 2024 | IA | 3 | — |
KW TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 391.11(b)(4), 392.2, 391.41(a)(1) | Yes |
| 80449532 | Dec 14, 2023 | IA | 3 | — |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 392.2 | No |
| 78787943 | May 31, 2023 | IA | 3 | — |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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5 | 392.2 | No |
| 78478301 | Apr 27, 2023 | IA | 3 | — |
FRHT TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 396.17(c), 392.16(a) | No |
Recent Crashes (6 rows)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IA2601535653 | Mar 20, 2026 | IA | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| IA2401406947 | Jan 31, 2024 | IA | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| IA2201314884 | Aug 17, 2022 | IA | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| MO0000047496 | Aug 8, 2012 | MO | 0 | 1 | Yes | Yes | Injury |
| KS2011E02027 | Feb 24, 2011 | KS | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| MO0000024601 | Apr 28, 2007 | MO | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
Authority Records (1 docket)
MC Certificate Documents (5 PDFs)
Operating-authority certificates and decision notices filed with FMCSA. Each PDF is the original 2-page daily record. Click a row to view or download.
| Date | Docket | Action | Authority | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 28, 2025 | MC565109 | NC | REVOCATION | View PDF → |
| Jul 17, 2025 | MC565109-P | REI | REINSTATEMENT | View PDF → |
| Mar 21, 2014 | MC565109-P | REI | REINSTATEMENT | View PDF → |
| Apr 22, 2009 | MC565109-P | VOL | REVOCATION | View PDF → |
| Jun 22, 2006 | MC565109-P | CPL | REVOCATION | View PDF → |
Insurance Coverage Timeline (11 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-FA4280 | 91X | Jun 12, 2025 | On file | ACTIVE |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-FA4280 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 12, 2025 | Sep 2, 2025 | NAME CHANGED |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-FA4280 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 12, 2025 | Jun 12, 2025 | REPLACED |
| Coverage gap — 2774 days without BIPD/Primary coverage from Nov 7, 2017 to Jun 12, 2025 | |||||
| PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 1981129 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 11, 2014 | Nov 7, 2017 | CANCELLED |
| Coverage gap — 1763 days without BIPD/Primary coverage from May 13, 2009 to Mar 11, 2014 | |||||
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP54405A | BIPD/Primary | Apr 21, 2008 | May 13, 2009 | CANCELLED |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP54405A | BIPD/Primary | Apr 21, 2008 | Apr 21, 2008 | REPLACED |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN562842 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 11, 2007 | Apr 21, 2008 | REPLACED |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN562842 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 28, 2007 | Oct 11, 2007 | CANCELLED |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN501322 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 13, 2006 | Aug 28, 2007 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Sep 2, 2025insuranceTERM/CANCL — ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
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Aug 1, 2025
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Jul 17, 2025
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Jun 12, 2025insuranceTERM/REPL — ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
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Nov 13, 2017
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Nov 13, 2017authorityAuthority revoked — INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION
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Nov 13, 2017authority gapContract (Property) authority inactive: 2803 days (through Jul 17, 2025)
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Nov 7, 2017insuranceCANCEL — PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY
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Nov 7, 2017insurance gapCoverage gap: 2774 days without BIPD/Primary insurance (through Jun 12, 2025)
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May 13, 2009insuranceCANCEL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
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May 13, 2009insurance gapCoverage gap: 1763 days without BIPD/Primary insurance (through Mar 11, 2014)
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Apr 22, 2009
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Apr 22, 2009authority gapContract (Property) authority inactive: 1794 days (through Mar 21, 2014)
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Apr 21, 2008insuranceTERM/REPL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
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Apr 21, 2008insuranceTERM/REPL — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
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Oct 11, 2007insuranceCANCEL — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
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Aug 28, 2007insuranceCANCEL — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
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Aug 9, 2007
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 9 | 0 |
| 396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 391.11(b)(4) | No valid medical certificate | Driver Fitness | 1 | 1 |
| 391.41(a)(1) | 391.41(a)(1) | Driver Fitness | 1 | 0 |
| 392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | Unsafe Driving | 1 | 0 |
| 392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | Unsafe Driving | 1 | 0 |
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Docket MC565109
Contract · ACTIVE · MC
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ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
91X policy on file
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PROGRESSIVE NORTHERN INSURANCE COMPANY
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