IWASAKI BROS INC
IWASAKI BROS INC is a corporation based in HILLSBORO, OR, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 276559. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, with a safety rating of C. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 30 power units and 29 drivers, with 28 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 14.3%. 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.
IWASAKI BROS INC is a mid-sized fleet, operating 30 power units and 29 drivers, organized as a corporation, based in Hillsboro, OR. Across 21 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 4.8% out-of-service rate, with 1 reportable crash. The carrier currently has no active BIPD/Primary coverage on file, and operating authority is on file.
Safety Snapshot
21 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 200% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in WA (18) and OR (3), with Level 2 inspections the most common.
4.8% out-of-service rate; led by Vehicle Maintenance (57.1% of violations); top code 393.11A1-LIL (Lighting devices/reflectors) cited 2 times.
The fleet comprises 30 power units (mid-sized fleet) and 29 drivers; Freightliner, Hyundai Translead, and Mack 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 32,749 ACTIVE carriers operating 15–45 power units (±50% of this carrier's 30 unit fleet).
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Washington (WA) | 16 | 1 | 6.3% | Mar 26, 2026 |
| Oregon (OR) | 3 | 0 | 0.0% | Mar 25, 2026 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Freightliner | 23 | |
| Hyundai Translead | 3 | |
| Mack | 3 |
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 (28 rows) View all 28 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 87447435 | Mar 26, 2026 | WA | 3 | RIDGEFIELD WA |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 87406027 | Mar 25, 2026 | OR | 1 | OREGON CITY OR |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
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1 | 393.95F | No |
| 87187372 | Feb 26, 2026 | WA | 2 | KELSO WA |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
1 | 392.2-SLLUCR | No |
| 87186826 | Feb 26, 2026 | WA | 2 | KELSO WA |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
0 | — | No |
| 85788906 | Sep 11, 2025 | WA | 2 | BOW WA |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
1 | 393.11A1-LIL | No |
| 85717618 | Sep 4, 2025 | WA | 1 | EVERETT WA |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 85215825 | Jul 10, 2025 | WA | 1 | BOW WA |
MACK STRAIGHT TRUCK
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0 | — | No |
| 85024128 | Jun 19, 2025 | WA | 1 | RIDGEFIELD WA |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 84806855 | May 28, 2025 | OR | 1 | MOLALLA OR |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
2 | 383.51A-LCDLRSWD, 396.17C-PI | No |
| 84634354 | May 10, 2025 | WA | 3 | FEDERAL WAY WA |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
0 | — | No |
| 84597436 | May 6, 2025 | WA | 3 | OLYMPIA WA |
FREIGHTLIN TRUCK TRACTOR
|
0 | — | No |
| 83384050 | Dec 11, 2024 | WA | 3 | LA CENTER WA |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
1 | 392.2-SLLS2 | No |
| 83332467 | Dec 5, 2024 | WA | 1 | BOW WA |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
0 | — | No |
| 82517642 | Aug 29, 2024 | WA | 1 | MONTESANO WA |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
1 | 395.22(h)(4) | No |
| 82443456 | Aug 21, 2024 | OR | 2 | ROCK CREEK OR |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
0 | — | No |
| 82369251 | Aug 8, 2024 | WA | 2 | MONTESANO WA |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
0 | — | No |
| 82237711 | Jul 25, 2024 | WA | 2 | RIDGEFIELD WA |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
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2 | 393.11(a)(1), 392.9(a)(2) | Yes |
| 82207963 | Jul 24, 2024 | WA | 3 | DU PONT WA |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
0 | — | No |
| 81916659 | Jun 20, 2024 | WA | 3 | ROCHESTER WA |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
0 | — | No |
| 81452643 | Apr 25, 2024 | WA | 2 | TUMWATER WA |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
|
5 | 393.11A1-LHLMWR, 392.2-SLL, 393.11A1-LIL | No |
| 81452315 | Apr 23, 2024 | WA | 2 | RIDGEFIELD WA |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
0 | — | No |
| 81391887 | Apr 18, 2024 | WA | 3 | WOODLAND WA |
MACK TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 395.3(a)(2), 392.2 | No |
| 81335490 | Apr 4, 2024 | WA | 2 | RIDGEFIELD WA |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
1 | 383.23(a)(2) | Yes |
| 80991506 | Feb 28, 2024 | OR | 1 | or-noti---1.2-mi-e-noti |
FRHT STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
0 | — | No |
| 81008638 | Feb 24, 2024 | WA | 3 | FEDERAL WAY WA |
FREIGHTLIN STRAIGHT TRUCK
|
0 | — | No |
Recent Crashes (6 rows)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OR2025340025 | May 3, 2025 | OR | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| WA000E429681 | May 30, 2015 | WA | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OR2015340007 | Mar 10, 2015 | OR | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OR2011340010 | Mar 16, 2011 | OR | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| WA0000347971 | May 2, 1998 | WA | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
| OR0096340470 | May 17, 1996 | OR | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
Authority Records (1 docket)
Revocations & Inactive Status
Authority actions other than active status — revocations, voluntary surrenders, and dormant dockets.
| Date | Docket | Authority | Status | Applied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Unknown | MC276559 | Broker | DISMISSED | — |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Feb 24, 1995
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| RIDGEFIELD WA | WA | 5 | 2 |
| BOW WA | WA | 3 | 0 |
| FEDERAL WAY WA | WA | 2 | 0 |
| KELSO WA | WA | 2 | 0 |
| MONTESANO WA | WA | 2 | 0 |
| MOLALLA OR | OR | 1 | 0 |
| OREGON CITY OR | OR | 1 | 0 |
| ROCK CREEK OR | OR | 1 | 0 |
| WASHINGTON COUNTY MCSAP | OR | 1 | 1 |
| DU PONT WA | WA | 1 | 0 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 2 | 0 |
| 383.23(a)(2) | CDL - wrong class | Driver Fitness | 1 | 1 |
| 392.9(a)(2) | Failing to secure vehicle equipment | Unsafe Driving | 1 | 1 |
| 393.11(a)(1) | Lighting devices/reflectors | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 1 |
| 395.22(h)(4) | Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids | Hours of Service | 1 | 0 |
| 395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | Hours of Service | 1 | 0 |
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Docket MC276559
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28 inspections
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