R S FESSLER INC
USDOT 1130503 • 2662 STOVERSTOWN RD, SPRING GROVE, PA, 17362
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP94577A | ON FILE | Jan 26, 2023 | Feb 26, 2026 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP79948A | ON FILE | Jun 26, 2010 | Aug 12, 2013 |
Insurance History (15 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP94577A | REPLACED | Jan 26, 2023 | Jan 26, 2026 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-ZE8880 | CANCELLED | Jan 26, 2020 | Feb 21, 2023 |
| ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA-ZE8880 | REPLACED | Jan 26, 2020 | Jan 26, 2023 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WN193676 | REPLACED | Jan 26, 2017 | Jan 26, 2020 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0016107001 | CANCELLED | Jan 26, 2014 | Feb 18, 2017 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0016107001 | REPLACED | Jan 26, 2014 | Jan 26, 2017 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 5277621 | REPLACED | Jun 26, 2011 | Jan 26, 2014 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP79948A | REPLACED | Jun 26, 2010 | Jun 26, 2011 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA0475117 | REPLACED | Jun 26, 2009 | Jun 26, 2010 |
| UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 5277621 | REPLACED | Jan 26, 2009 | Jun 26, 2009 |
| GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | CARGO | IMP 3869126 | REPLACED | Jan 26, 2009 | Jun 26, 2010 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CL661561 | CANCELLED | Jan 26, 2008 | Jan 26, 2009 |
| EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | CL661561 | CANCELLED | Jan 26, 2008 | Jan 26, 2009 |
| DAILY UNDERWRITERS OF AMERICA | CARGO | PAP DUOA 20385 | REPLACED | Sep 9, 2003 | Jan 26, 2008 |
| DAILY UNDERWRITERS OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | PAP DUOA 20385 | REPLACED | Sep 9, 2003 | Jan 26, 2008 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP94577A | BIPD/Primary | Feb 26, 2026 | Feb 26, 2026 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP94577A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 26, 2026 | Jan 26, 2026 |
| TERM/CANCL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-ZE8880 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 21, 2023 | Feb 21, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY | CA-ZE8880 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 26, 2023 | Jan 26, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WN193676 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 26, 2020 | Jan 26, 2020 |
| TERM/CANCL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0016107001 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 18, 2017 | Feb 18, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0016107001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 26, 2017 | Jan 26, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 5277621 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 26, 2014 | Jan 26, 2014 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP79948A | CARGO | Aug 12, 2013 | Aug 12, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP79948A | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2011 | Jun 26, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CA0475117 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2010 | Jun 26, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY OF NEW YORK | IMP 3869126 | CARGO | Jun 26, 2010 | Jun 26, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CA 5277621 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 26, 2009 | Jun 26, 2009 |
| CANCEL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL661561 | CARGO | Jan 26, 2009 | Jan 26, 2009 |
| CANCEL | EMPIRE FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CL661561 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 26, 2009 | Jan 26, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | DAILY UNDERWRITERS OF AMERICA | PAP DUOA 20385 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 26, 2008 | Jan 26, 2008 |
| TERM/REPL | DAILY UNDERWRITERS OF AMERICA | PAP DUOA 20385 | CARGO | Jan 26, 2008 | Jan 26, 2008 |
Authority Action History (6 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC468021 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 23, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 24, 2017 |
| MC468021 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 23, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 24, 2017 |
| MC468021 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 30, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 23, 2009 |
| MC468021 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 30, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 23, 2009 |
| MC468021 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Feb 20, 2004 | — | Unknown |
| MC468021 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Sep 19, 2003 | — | Unknown |
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
7 states • 34 inspections
Violation Summary (30 violations from 34 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 8 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 5 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A1-HOSP | HOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLTFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2C | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
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 (34 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
10 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (10 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 29, 2025 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SCRANTON CITY | INTERSTATE 0081 S | ...666691 | R S FESSLER INC |
| Jan 6, 2023 | MD | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | BALTO BELTWAY | ...JT4014 | R S FESSLER INC |
| Sep 28, 2022 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | I-295 SOUTHBOUND | ...HE3544 | R S FESSLER INC |
| Jan 21, 2022 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | SPRINGETTSBURY TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 0083 N | ...LR3108 | R S FESSLER INC |
| Apr 1, 2021 | MD | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | BALTIMORE BLVD | ...936499 | R S FESSLER INC |
| Mar 14, 2019 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 25, 2018 | MD | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 24, 2017 | DE | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 23, 2008 | VA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 8, 2007 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
29 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 29 events