Vistar Transportation LLC
USDOT 333153 · MC-418901 · Richmond, Virginia · Interstate for-hire carrier · 500–999 power units
Vistar Transportation LLC is a corporation based in Richmond, Virginia, registered with the FMCSA as an interstate carrier (authorized for hire). It reports 995 power units and 644 drivers, which ranks it #4 by fleet size among 128 active for-hire carriers with 50+ power units headquartered in Virginia. In the 24 months to Sep 24, 2026 its trucks were inspected 559 times – about 0.6 inspections per power unit. 12.2% of vehicle inspections and 0.5% of driver inspections ended with an out-of-service order, against 17.8% and 1.4% for carriers of the same size nationally. FMCSA records 26 reportable crashes in the last 24 months (15 injuries, 1 fatality, 24 tow-away), or 2.6 per 100 power units versus 4.2 for its size band. Crash counts in FMCSA data do not indicate fault. Its registered cargo types are general freight, fresh produce, meat, commodities dry bulk, refrigerated food, beverages, paper products.
Registration and contact
| Legal name | Vistar Transportation LLC |
|---|---|
| DBA name | — |
| USDOT number | 333153 |
| Operating authority (docket) | MC-418901 |
| Entity type | Authorized for Hire |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | Corporation |
| Physical address | 12500 West Creek Parkway, Richmond, VA 23238 |
| Phone | (630) 742-3365 |
| First registered | Nov 22, 1988 |
| Last MCS-150 update | Oct 28, 2025 |
| Hazmat carrier | Yes |
Check live authority, insurance and out-of-service status: FMCSA SAFER snapshot for USDOT 333153.
Fleet and drivers
| Equipment | Owned | Term-leased | Trip-leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Straight trucks | 6 | 115 | 0 |
| Truck tractors | 3 | 871 | 0 |
| Trailers | 43 | 922 | 0 |
- 0.65 drivers per power unit (national median for 50+ unit fleets: 0.99).
- 1.1 trailers per tractor.
- 26,542,102 miles reported for 2024 – about 26,675 miles per power unit vs a 40,696 median for 500–999-unit fleets.
- 3% of listed equipment is owned rather than leased.
- 644 CDL drivers; 633 drivers operate interstate beyond 100 miles, 11 within 100 miles.
Safety record
Roadside inspections Sep 25, 2024 – Sep 24, 2026; crashes Nov 1, 2024 – Oct 31, 2026. Benchmarks: 500–999-unit for-hire carriers nationally (334) and Virginia carriers with 50+ units (128).
| Measure | Vistar Transportation LLC | Same size, US | VA average | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle out-of-service rate | 12.2% | 17.8% | 17.4% | 32% lower than average |
| Driver out-of-service rate | 0.5% | 1.4% | 1.5% | 61% lower than average |
| Crashes per 100 power units | 2.6 | 4.2 | 4.6 | 38% lower than average |
| Inspections | 559 | 558 with a driver check, 320 with a vehicle check, 207 BASIC violations recorded | ||
| FMCSA safety rating | Satisfactory (rated Jun 26, 1996) | |||
Cargo carried
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|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Performance Transportation LLC USDOT 270150 | Richmond | 6,340 | 7,480 | 3,100 | 13.0% | 227 |
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| Carmax Auto Superstores Inc USDOT 731233 | Richmond | 654 | 681 | 279 | 15.7% | 17 |
| Lawrence Transportation Systems Inc USDOT 84337 | Roanoke | 297 | 318 | 177 | 27.9% | 8 |
Other carriers near Richmond
| Carrier | City | Power units | Drivers | Inspections (24 mo) | Vehicle OOS | Crashes (24 mo) |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Estes Express Lines USDOT 121018 | Richmond | 9,805 | 8,821 | 4,637 | 16.7% | 597 |
| Big E Transportation LLC USDOT 1762766 | Richmond | 380 | 383 | 205 | 39.8% | 20 |
| Petroleum Carriers LLC USDOT 993280 | Richmond | 188 | 143 | 121 | 12.8% | 9 |
| Carpenter Co USDOT 121209 | Richmond | 155 | 139 | 205 | 11.8% | 6 |
| James River Carriers LLC USDOT 3113083 | Richmond | 129 | 112 | 173 | 36.5% | 9 |
| GPM Transportation Company LLC USDOT 3907271 | Richmond | 106 | 109 | 156 | 12.0% | 4 |
| Sweetie Boy Transportation LLC USDOT 2106834 | Richmond | 80 | 77 | 46 | 3.7% | 9 |
| Tforce Freight Inc USDOT 121058 | Henrico | 4,155 | 4,379 | 3,522 | 16.5% | 186 |
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FAQ
What is the USDOT number of Vistar Transportation LLC?
Vistar Transportation LLC is registered with USDOT number 333153 and operating authority MC-418901.
How many trucks does Vistar Transportation LLC have?
It reports 995 power units (874 tractors, 121 straight trucks) and 965 trailers, with 644 drivers, on its last MCS-150 update (Oct 28, 2025).
Where is Vistar Transportation LLC located?
Its registered physical address is in Richmond, Virginia 23238.
What is the out-of-service rate of Vistar Transportation LLC?
Over 24 months, 12.2% of vehicle inspections and 0.5% of driver inspections resulted in an out-of-service order (same-size national average: 17.8% vehicle, 1.4% driver).
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Source: FMCSA Company Census File, SMS inspection file and Crash File (data.transportation.gov), refreshed 2026-11-04. Figures are as reported to FMCSA and may lag. How we calculate these numbers. Spotted an error? Carriers update their record with FMCSA via the MCS-150 form; see corrections.