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Freight Carrier/broker · Monett, MO

VAUGHN COMPANY INC

Name: VAUGHN COMPANY INC
Address: 22453 HIGHWAY H, MONETT, MO, 65708, US
Telephone: (417) 235-7700

22453 HIGHWAY H · Monett, MO 65708

AUTHORIZED FOR:

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MC #397803
USDOT #919317 USDOT Active

50
Power Units
45
Drivers
Carrier/broker
Entity Type

About this carrier

VAUGHN COMPANY INC is a Monett, MO freight carrier/broker that is authorized for: in the state of Missouri. This company has 50 truck(s) in their fleet and 45 truck drivers. Their motor carrier number is MC-397803 and their USDOT number is 919317.

Sourced from FMCSA SAFER · last filed 02/18/2026 · last updated Jul 3, 2026.

Carrier Details

Operating Status AUTHORIZED FOR:
MCS-150 Filed 02/18/2026
MCS-150 Mileage 2,164,490 (2025)

Authority & Operations

Operation Classification

Authorized for Hire
Private (Property)

Carrier Operation

Interstate

Operating Territory

Map of states where this carrier has roadside inspections

Inspection activity Inspected in 4 states over the past 24 months: MO (33), KS (6), AR (5), OK (3). Home base: Monett, Missouri.

Safety Record

7 Severe Violations Updated Jul 19, 2026

Crashes (24 mo)

0
Fatal
5
Injury
4
Tow
9
Total

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

CategoryMeasureViolations Unsafe Driving 0.77 5 Crash Indicator Not Public — Hours of Service 0 0 Vehicle Maintenance 5.1 26 Drugs / Alcohol 0 0 Hazmat Not Public — Driver Fitness 0.02 1

Inspection Summary

47
Total
18
Clean
29
With violations

24-month window ending Jun 26, 2026

Violations Cited 40 unique codes

Critical 7

393.207A-SUBLSuspension - U-bolt, u-bolt bottom plate, or other axle clamp bolt loose/cracked/broken/missing.2× OOS×2 SW 7
393.100B-CCargo - Cargo not secured to prevent leaking/spilling/blowing/falling from CMV1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.207A-STBWSuspension - Suspension connecting rod or tracking component assembly missing the rubber bushing or the rubber bushing is worn to the extent that the component can be moved by hand along the axis of the component1× OOS×1 SW 7
393.209D-STPALSteering - Pitman arm loose on the output shaft2× OOS×2 SW 6
393.48A-BI-SABrake - Inoperative on a steering axle1× OOS×1 SW 4
396.3A1-BNMHBrake - Non-manufactured hole or crack in the spring brake housing section of a parking brake1× OOS×1 SW 4
393.205C-WRWheel/Rim - Wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken.1× OOS×1 SW 2

Unsafe Driving 5

392.16-DDriver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV2× SW 7
392.2-SLLFCState/Local Laws - Following too closely1× SW 5
392.2-SLLILCState/Local Laws - Improper lane change1× SW 5
392.2-SLLS2State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit2× SW 4
392.2-SLLLRState/Local Laws - Lane restriction violation1× SW 3

Vehicle Maintenance 27

393.207A-SAPPCBLMSuspension - Axle positioning part cracked/broken/loose/missing.1× SW 7
393.9B-LSLOLighting - Stop lamps - Any obscured1× SW 6
393.9B-LRLOLighting - Tail lamp - Any obstructed.1× SW 6
393.9A-LHLILighting - Headlamp(s) - Any inoperative1× SW 6
393.9A-LFTSILighting - Front - Turn signal - inoperative1× SW 6
393.209E-SPSLASteering - Power steering leaking anywhere.1× SW 6
393.45B2-B-AIRAir Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured2× SW 4
393.47(e)Brake Out of Adjustment - Roto, Clamp (Short & Long), DD-3, or Bolt2× SW 4
393.53B-BAir Brake - CMV manufactured on or after 10/20/1994 has an automatic airbrake adjustment system that fails to compensate for wear2× SW 4
393.45D-BAir Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection1× SW 4
393.55C1-BAir Brake - Truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997, not equipped with an ABS system. System does not function or indicates a fault.1× SW 4
396.3A1-OALOther - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system.1× SW 4
396.5B-LLubrication - Oil or grease leak1× SW 3
393.11B-CSLRRConspicuity Systems - Trailers, lower rear retro reflective sheeting inadequate on vehicle manufactured on or after December 1, 19931× SW 3
393.9A-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) inoperative4× SW 2
393.95A1Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated.3× SW 2
393.9A-LSMLLighting - Side marker lamp(s) inoperative3× SW 2
393.95A3Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no visual indicator1× SW 2
393.9A-LLPLLighting - License plate lamp inoperative1× SW 2
393.11A1-LILLighting - Identification lamp(s) missing1× SW 2
393.95(f)Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper1× SW 2
393.95A4-EEUSEmergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured1× SW 2
393.203B-CBPCab and Body Parts - Cab/body mounts loose/broken/missing1× SW 2
393.78Wipers - Inoperative / missing / damaged wipers2× SW 1
393.60(c)Windshield - Damaged or Discolored2× SW 1
392.2-SLLMFState/Local Laws - Wheel (mud) flaps missing or defective1× SW 1
393.78A-WSWashers - Inoperative washing system.1× SW 1

Driver Fitness 1

391.41A-MCPCMedical (Certificate) - Operating a commercial motor vehicle without showing proof of a valid medical certification upon request, but presents proof prior to completion of inspection.1× SW 1

Locations

Physical Address

VAUGHN COMPANY INC
22453 HIGHWAY H
MONETT, MO 65708

Mailing Address

VAUGHN COMPANY INC
PO BOX 438
MONETT, MO 65708

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D & S TRUCKING Legally STANLEY & DONNA NEWBERRY Monett, MO	USDOT Active Not Authorized	3	3	523779	1374262
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D & S TRUCKING Legally STANLEY & DONNA NEWBERRY Monett, MO	USDOT Active Not Authorized	3	3	523779	1374262
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VAUGHN COMPANY INC

About this carrier

Carrier Details

Authority & Operations

Operating Territory

Crashes (24 mo)

Behavior Categories (BASICs)

Inspection Summary

Violations Cited 40 unique codes

Critical 7

Unsafe Driving 5

Vehicle Maintenance 27

Driver Fitness 1

Locations

Location on Map

Related Companies

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Same phone number 2

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