LOTTER FARMS INC
Book with caution — review signals below
No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking.
- No FMCSA cargo filing (BMC-34/83) on file Household-goods movers generally need BMC-34 cargo on file with FMCSA. Soft signal only — confirm on L&I before tendering HHG freight.
- OOS rate worse than size peers Driver and/or vehicle out-of-service rate is above the peer median.
- 1 fatality on crash record 8 FMCSA-reportable crashes on file. Details →
Plain-text risk summary (print / paste)
TruckCodex risk summary — LOTTER FARMS INC (USDOT 637653) Verdict: CAUTION Book with caution — review signals below No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking. Authority / census status: Active Active BIPD limit: $750,000 Officer(s): TODD LOTTER (Owner); JODI LOTTER (Additional owner) Organization: INDIVIDUAL Blockers: (none) Cautions: • No FMCSA cargo filing (BMC-34/83) on file — Household-goods movers generally need BMC-34 cargo on file with FMCSA. Soft signal only — confirm on L&I before tendering HHG freight. • OOS rate worse than size peers — Driver and/or vehicle out-of-service rate is above the peer median. • 1 fatality on crash record — 8 FMCSA-reportable crashes on file. On file: • Insurance on file · $750,000 — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY · 91X • BOC-3 process agent on file — ALLAMERICAN AGENTS OF PROCESS Source: https://truckcodex.com/usdot/637653/ As of: Jul 23, 2026 Always confirm on FMCSA SAFER and L&I before tendering — TruckCodex mirrors public filings and can lag by up to a day.
TruckCodex · compliance grade
Compliance grade A
Composite of 4/5 scored components (mean 85/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
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confidence 80% · 4/5 signals
Compliance grade A
Composite of 4/5 scored components (mean 85/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
Active census status with no OOS order or revoked authority on file.
Active BIPD/Primary-like policy on file in our insurance history.
Driver OOS 0% vs peer median 0% (neutral). Vehicle OOS 100% vs peer median 5.3% (worse). n=107391 same-size ACTIVE peers.
FMCSA has not assigned this carrier a formal safety rating. We do not invent one.
NR reason: No published FMCSA safety_rating.
No BMC-91 insurance-lapse watch classification on file for this USDOT.
TruckCodex compliance grade from authority, BIPD, peer OOS, FMCSA safety rating, and insurance-watch signals. Not legal advice. See methodology. Booking triage on this page: Caution.
1 active liability policy
Company profile
No active FMCSA cargo filing on file.
FMCSA L&I filing evidence — not a shipper certificate of insurance (COI). Cargo (BMC-34) is primarily an HHG / household-goods requirement; general freight carriers often have none.
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InsuranceAUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANYPolicy effective May 24, 2011
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Process AgentALLAMERICAN AGENTS OF PROCESSBOC-3 on file
Fleet details (MCS-150)
| Vehicle type | Owned | Term leased | Trip leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck tractors | 8 | 0 | 0 |
| Trailers | 15 | 0 | 0 |
Self-reported on the carrier’s Form MCS-150 (FMCSA Company Census).
Inspections (24 months)
All 4 inspections →| Driver | Vehicle | Hazmat | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspections | 4 | 4 | 0 |
| OOS inspections | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| OOS percentage | 0% | 25% | — |
| National average | 6.67% | 22.26% | 4.44% |
Roadside inspections in the last 24 months. National averages are FMCSA MCSAP reference rates (driver ~6.7%, vehicle ~23.4%, hazmat ~4.4%).
Carrier analysis & narrative context SEO summary, status notes, AI overview, and safety profiles
LOTTER FARMS INC is a individual based in BERNE, IN, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 637653. 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 8 power units and 8 drivers, with 4 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 100.0%. 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.
LOTTER FARMS INC is a small fleet, operating 8 power units and 8 drivers, organized as an individual, based in Berne, IN. Across 3 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 33.3% out-of-service rate, with no reportable crashes on file. BIPD/Primary insurance is on file with AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY, and operating authority is active for contract.
3 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, concentrated in OH (2) and MI (1), with Level 3 inspections the most common.
33.3% out-of-service rate; led by Unsafe Driving (66.7% of violations); top code 392.2-SLLS1 (Speeding 1-5 mph over limit) cited 1 times.
The fleet comprises 8 power units (small fleet) and 8 drivers; Fontaine, Peterbilt, and Freightliner are the most-inspected makes.
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 107,391 ACTIVE carriers operating 4–12 power units (±50% of this carrier's 8 unit fleet).
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
| Make | Model | Inspections |
|---|---|---|
| Peterbilt | 3 | |
| Fontaine | 1 | |
| Freightliner | 1 | |
| Globe Fabr | 1 | |
| Pacer | 1 | |
| Stoughton | 1 | |
| Timpte | 1 |
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
| BASIC | Inspections | Serious | Measure | Percentile | Alert | As Of |
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| Driver Fitness | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Controlled Substances / Alcohol | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Hours of Service | 1 | — | 0.75 | 1 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Unsafe Driving | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | — | 3.00 | 3 | — | Jul 20, 2026 |
Higher percentiles indicate worse performance relative to peer carriers. Carriers at or above the FMCSA intervention threshold are marked ALERT.
Recent Inspections (4 rows) View all 4 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
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| 88320044 | Jul 2, 2026 | OH | 3 | — |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLS3 | No |
| 86525519 | Dec 8, 2025 | OH | 2 | ST MARYS OH |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.9A2-C | Yes |
| 84365897 | Apr 9, 2025 | MI | 3 | MT HOPE HWY |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 392.2-SLLS1, 395.24D-ELDPT | No |
| 82423832 | Aug 16, 2024 | OH | 3 | oh-u.s.-30-westbound-mp-#-9 |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
Recent Crashes (8 rows)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| IN0902713900 | May 31, 2016 | IN | 0 | 3 | Yes | No | Injury |
| IN0902622303 | Jan 12, 2016 | IN | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| IN0902193635 | Feb 27, 2014 | IN | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| WV000026725A | May 15, 2013 | WV | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| IN0901622186 | Apr 14, 2011 | IN | 1 | 0 | Yes | No | Fatal |
| IN0901024391 | Dec 22, 2008 | IN | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MI0005357359 | Sep 19, 2003 | MI | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| IN0000977150 | Sep 4, 2002 | IN | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | 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 | MC350368 | common | N | — |
Insurance Coverage Timeline (7 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Limit | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 44-170638-00 | 91X | $750,000 | May 24, 2011 | On file | ACTIVE |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 44-170638-00 | BIPD/Primary | — | Dec 19, 2002 | May 24, 2011 | REPLACED |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 024602 09170638 | CARGO | — | Dec 19, 2002 | Aug 12, 2011 | CANCELLED |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN310940 | BIPD/Primary | — | Mar 24, 2002 | Dec 25, 2002 | NAME CHANGED |
| AMERICAN STATES INSURANCE CO. | 01-CE-535622 | BIPD/Primary | — | Mar 24, 1999 | Mar 24, 2002 | CANCELLED |
| CALVERT INSURANCE COMPANY | MCC 101407 | CARGO | — | Dec 17, 1998 | Dec 25, 2002 | NAME CHANGED |
| TRUMBULL INSURANCE COMPANY | VT 0000790 | BIPD/Primary | — | Mar 24, 1998 | May 5, 1999 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Aug 12, 2011insuranceCANCEL — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
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May 24, 2011insuranceTERM/REPL — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jan 28, 2003
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Dec 25, 2002insuranceNAMECHG — CALVERT INSURANCE COMPANY
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Dec 25, 2002insuranceNAMECHG — NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
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Mar 24, 2002insuranceCANCEL — AMERICAN STATES INSURANCE CO.
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Jun 28, 1999
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May 5, 1999insuranceCANCEL — TRUMBULL INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jan 14, 1999
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
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| MT HOPE HWY | MI | 1 | 0 |
| ST MARYS OH | OH | 1 | 1 |
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Docket MC350368
common · N · MC
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AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
91X policy on file
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NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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AMERICAN STATES INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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CALVERT INSURANCE COMPANY
CARGO policy on file
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TRUMBULL INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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ALLAMERICAN AGENTS OF PROCESS
BOC-3 process agent · 107,529 carriers served
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4 inspections
Full roadside inspection history
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8 reportable crashes
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How to verify LOTTER FARMS INC
- Verify USDOT and MC numbers match the carrier's documents. Compare the USDOT number and MC docket on this page to the numbers on the carrier's invoice, rate confirmation, or load-board listing. A mismatch between the carrier's claimed numbers and the registered legal name is the single most common red flag.
- Check active operating authority and insurance status. Confirm the Authority Records show at least one ACTIVE docket for the type of operation you're booking, and that the Active Insurance card lists a current BIPD/Primary policy. A revoked authority or uninsured carrier cannot legally operate.
- Review safety rating and SMS BASIC scores. Check the carrier's FMCSA safety rating (if any) and the SMS BASIC table. A high percentile in any BASIC category — especially Unsafe Driving, HOS, or Vehicle Maintenance — is worth investigating before tendering a load.
- Examine inspection and crash history. Open the Inspection History and Crash History subpages for the full record. Look for patterns: repeat OOS findings on the same unit, multiple crashes in a short window, or violations clustered in one BASIC category.
- Cross-reference real-time data with FMCSA SAFER. For the most current snapshot — within 24 hours of any insurer filing or authority change — click through to the FMCSA SAFER lookup. TruckCodex mirrors SAFER and L&I daily; SAFER itself reflects filings within 24 hours.
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