HaulerCheck · https://haulercheck.com/carrier/983295-bay-transport-inc/ · Checked 2026-10-19 22:55 UTC · Census and inspections Oct 19, 2026 · Authority and insurance: FMCSA Motus · Oct 19, 2026
BAY TRANSPORT INC
Review before booking · 1 signal
How risk signals workFacts from the FMCSA record that call for a closer look. They are not a finding of wrongdoing.
- Vehicle out-of-service rate well above the state average50.0% vs Michigan average 21.2%.
No cargo cover filed with FMCSA
Green means the FMCSA record shows it. It does not confirm who you are talking to, or that a policy covers your specific load.
What to verify next
- Confirm authority and insurance on the official Motus record ↗. Safety record: SAFER ↗.
- Call back on the number on file, (989) 755-9445, not a number from an email or load board.
- Check that the MC number you were given is MC416361.
- Ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
Insurance on file
Liability (BI&PD) pays for injury and damage to other people and property; it does not cover the freight. Cargo insurance covers the freight. FMCSA only requires cargo filings from household goods carriers and freight forwarders, so most carriers file none: ask for a cargo certificate that fits your load. No cargo cover filed with FMCSA.
| Type | Docket | Layer | Insurer | Coverage | Effective | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Liability (BI&PD) | MC416361 | Primary | Arch Insurance Company Policy ZACAT7008803 · BMC-91X | $1,000,000 | Oct 1, 2025 | Active |
Source: FMCSA Motus · Oct 19, 2026. Identical filings repeated in the FMCSA data are shown once; a filing listed under two dockets is one policy, not extra coverage. Coverage is the maximum amount filed with FMCSA, not the full policy.
Confirm current filings: Motus record ↗ and ask the insurer for a certificate naming you as holder.
Roadside inspections Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026
3 of 6 · Michigan avg 21.2%
0 of 6 · Michigan avg 3.9%
6 most recent inspections
| Date | State | Level | Violations | Out of service |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 23, 2026 | MI | 1 | 20 | Yes |
| Jun 17, 2026 | MO | 1 | 3 | Yes |
| Feb 25, 2026 | MD | 2 | 0 | No |
| Dec 3, 2025 | MI | 1 | 5 | Yes |
| Apr 24, 2025 | MI | 2 | 1 | No |
| Apr 17, 2025 | MI | 2 | 1 | No |
How these rates are calculated
Period: Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026. Vehicle rate = vehicle inspections with a vehicle out-of-service order ÷ vehicle inspections (levels 1, 2, 5 and 6). Driver rate uses levels 1, 2, 3 and 6. The Michigan average covers 51,411 vehicle and 85,596 driver inspections of all Michigan-based carriers in this period. It mixes every type of operation, so compare with care; rates based on a handful of inspections say little. FMCSA's own SMS measures are weighted differently: SMS profile ↗ · SAFER snapshot ↗
Violations in FMCSA's SMS last 24 months
25 violations counted in FMCSA's Safety Measurement System (SMS), 11 of them serious enough to put the driver or vehicle out of service.
Why is this different from the 30 violations above?
The inspections section's number counts every violation written on the inspection reports in our Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026 window. The SMS count comes from FMCSA's own monthly SMS snapshot, which uses its own 24-month window and only the violations it scores. Both are FMCSA figures; they measure different things.
| Category (FMCSA BASIC) | Violations | Out of service | Share | Michigan share |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 25 | 11 | 100.0% | 63.8% |
10 most frequent violations
| Violation | Times | Out of service |
|---|---|---|
| Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39345B2BAIR | 2 | 0 |
| Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39345DB | 2 | 0 |
| Brake - Missing on a steering axle Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39342ABMSA | 1 | 1 |
| Air Brake - Hose/tubing damage into the outer reinforcement ply. Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39345B2BHTD | 1 | 1 |
| Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test Brakes All Others · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3963A1BALR | 1 | 1 |
| Frame - Cracked/loose/broken frame member affecting support of functional components Cab Body Frame · Vehicle Maintenance · code 393201AFRMC | 1 | 1 |
| Fuel - Tank not secured. Fuel Systems · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39365CFNS | 1 | 1 |
| Driveline/Driveshaft - Any broken or loose center bearing bracket bracket bolts or mounting hardware Other Vehicle Defect · Vehicle Maintenance · code 3963A1DLDSCBB | 1 | 1 |
| Suspension - A spring leaf is missing or separated Suspension · Vehicle Maintenance · code 393207CSSLMS | 1 | 1 |
| Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS Tires · Vehicle Maintenance · code 39375A3TAOL | 1 | 1 |
Source: FMCSA SMS violation file, inspections in the last 24 months, published Oct 19, 2026. "Share" is this company's mix of violations; the Michigan column is the mix across all Michigan-based carriers, so you can see which kinds of problems stand out. A high count partly reflects fleet size and how often trucks are inspected.
Crashes Oct 19, 2024 – Oct 19, 2026
2 most recent crashes
| Date | Location | Fatalities | Injuries |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jun 22, 2026 | Freeman Twp, MI | 2 | 0 |
| Jun 22, 2026 | Freeman Twp, MI | 1 | 0 |
Reportable crashes do not imply the carrier was at fault.
Company details FMCSA census · Oct 19, 2026
| USDOT number | 983295 |
|---|---|
| MC / docket | MC416361 |
| Legal name | BAY TRANSPORT INC |
| Operation | Interstate |
| Business type | — |
| Power units | 5 |
| Drivers | 5 |
| Annual mileage | 269,806 (2025) |
| Hazmat | No |
| Safety rating | Satisfactory (Nov 9, 2015) |
| USDOT number added | Oct 11, 2001 · 25 years ago |
| Last MCS-150 update | Jun 24, 2026 |
Cargo carried
General FreightMetal: Sheets, Coils, RollsMotor VehiclesFresh ProduceMeatCommodities Dry BulkRefrigerated FoodBeveragesPaper ProductsUtilities
Change history
No changes to name, contact details, authority or insurance since we started tracking on Oct 18, 2026. We compare every company's FMCSA record each day.
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Questions about BAY TRANSPORT INC
What does BAY TRANSPORT INC's operating authority allow?
MC416361: Motor carrier (may haul regulated property for hire).
Which information about BAY TRANSPORT INC is old or missing?
Nothing notable: authority and insurance come from current Motus data and there is enough inspection history to compare.
What should I verify before booking BAY TRANSPORT INC?
Confirm the authority and insurance on the Motus record for USDOT 983295. Call the company back on the phone number on file, (989) 755-9445, not a number from an email or load board message. Check that the MC number the dispatcher gave you matches MC416361, and ask the insurer for a certificate of insurance naming you as holder, with cargo coverage that fits your load.
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Company details from the FMCSA Company Census File (Oct 19, 2026). Inspections and crashes from FMCSA MCMIS files. About our data · Report an error on this page (how corrections work).
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