FRENZEL TRUCKING INC
USDOT 1007252 • 8468 BRIAN CT NE, BEMIDJI, MN, 56601
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-427280 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jun 16, 2025 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 47-569493-01 | ON FILE | Jul 1, 2022 | Jul 1, 2025 |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 08569493 | ON FILE | Apr 1, 2008 | Sep 10, 2011 |
Insurance History (20 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA949978082 | REPLACED | Jul 1, 2021 | Jul 1, 2022 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 897515001 | REPLACED | Apr 1, 2021 | Jul 1, 2021 |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 47-569493-00 | CANCELLED | Jul 9, 2018 | Apr 1, 2021 |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 47-569493-00 | REPLACED | Sep 4, 2011 | Jul 9, 2018 |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 47-569-493-00 | CANCELLED | Apr 1, 2008 | Sep 4, 2011 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP29295A | REPLACED | Apr 1, 2005 | Apr 1, 2008 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP29295A | REPLACED | Apr 1, 2005 | Apr 1, 2005 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP29295A | CANCELLED | Apr 1, 2005 | Jun 4, 2008 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP29295A | CANCELLED | Apr 1, 2005 | Jun 4, 2008 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP29295C | REPLACED | Apr 1, 2005 | Apr 1, 2008 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP29295C | CANCELLED | Apr 1, 2005 | Jun 6, 2008 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 339011 | CANCELLED | Apr 2, 2004 | Apr 2, 2005 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 339011 | CANCELLED | Apr 2, 2004 | Apr 2, 2005 |
| HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | MC3036572 | REPLACED | Apr 1, 2003 | Apr 2, 2004 |
| HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP3036572 | CANCELLED | Apr 1, 2003 | May 10, 2004 |
| HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | MC3036572 | CANCELLED | Apr 1, 2003 | May 10, 2004 |
| HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TP3036572 | REPLACED | Apr 1, 2003 | Apr 2, 2004 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 253407 | CANCELLED | Apr 1, 2002 | Apr 1, 2003 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | IMP 176-72-45 | REPLACED | Apr 1, 2002 | Apr 1, 2003 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | IMP 176-72-46 | REPLACED | Apr 1, 2002 | Apr 1, 2002 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANCEL | AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 47-569493-01 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2025 | Jul 1, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA949978082 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2022 | Jul 1, 2022 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 897515001 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 1, 2021 | Jul 1, 2021 |
| CANCEL | AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 47-569493-00 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2021 | Apr 1, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 47-569493-00 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 9, 2018 | Jul 9, 2018 |
| CANCEL | AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 08569493 | CARGO | Sep 10, 2011 | Sep 10, 2011 |
| CANCEL | AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 47-569-493-00 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 4, 2011 | Sep 4, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP29295C | CARGO | Jun 6, 2008 | Jun 6, 2008 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP29295A | CARGO | Jun 4, 2008 | Jun 4, 2008 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP29295A | BIPD/Primary | Jun 4, 2008 | Jun 4, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP29295A | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2008 | Apr 1, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP29295C | CARGO | Apr 1, 2008 | Apr 1, 2008 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 339011 | CARGO | Apr 2, 2005 | Apr 2, 2005 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 339011 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 2, 2005 | Apr 2, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP29295A | CARGO | Apr 1, 2005 | Apr 1, 2005 |
| TERM/CANCL | HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | TP3036572 | BIPD/Primary | May 10, 2004 | May 10, 2004 |
| TERM/CANCL | HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | MC3036572 | CARGO | May 10, 2004 | May 10, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | MC3036572 | CARGO | Apr 2, 2004 | Apr 2, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | TP3036572 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 2, 2004 | Apr 2, 2004 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 253407 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 1, 2003 | Apr 1, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | IMP 176-72-45 | CARGO | Apr 1, 2003 | Apr 1, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | IMP 176-72-46 | CARGO | Apr 1, 2002 | Apr 1, 2002 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-427280 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (7 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC427280 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 4, 2025 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 16, 2025 |
| MC427280 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 5, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 25, 2021 |
| MC427280 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 9, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 28, 2008 |
| MC427280 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 8, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 28, 2008 |
| MC427280 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | May 31, 2005 | — | Unknown |
| MC427280 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 13, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 20, 2004 |
| MC427280 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 9, 2002 | REVOKED | Apr 11, 2005 |
Safety & Inspections
SMS BASIC scores, inspection history, and out-of-service rates
SMS BASIC Scores
Higher percentile = worse safety performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% trigger FMCSA alerts.
Inspection Activity (24 months)
Monthly inspection counts with OOS months highlighted. Hover bars for details.
Inspection Activity Map
10 states • 45 inspections
Violation Summary (88 violations from 45 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 14 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 5 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 3 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 3 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 3 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 2 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9T | Inoperable tail lamp | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BLMACBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.13D2 | Improper Lower Rear Placement of retroreflective sheeting or reflex reflective material requirements for vehicles manufactured before December 1993 | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22G | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.67C7V-F | Tires - other defects | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 1 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(c) | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78(a) | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.1(h)(1) | Violation of 15 20 70/80 Hours of Service rules for Alaska drivers of Property | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
Peer Context
This carrier vs national averages. Lower is better for all metrics.
National averages: vehicle OOS 23.4%, driver OOS 6.7%, violations per inspection ~1.8. Based on FMCSA MCSAP program data.
Inspection History (45 inspections)
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
9 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (9 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 27, 2026 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | 0002 | ...GY5718 | FRENZEL TRUCKING INC |
| Nov 20, 2024 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | SAINT MICHAEL | EB ISTH 94 MP 205 | ...292347 | FRENZEL TRUCKING INC |
| Nov 12, 2020 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 5 | — | — | — | — |
| May 20, 2020 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 20, 2020 | ND | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 5, 2019 | IA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| May 4, 2016 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 19, 2015 | SD | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 14, 2014 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
32 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 32 events