KW TRANSIT INC
USDOT 164218 • 10706 TESCH LANE, ROTHSCHILD, WI, 54474
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| NATIONWIDE AGRIBUSINESS INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CPP127296A | ON FILE | May 16, 2014 | Sep 8, 2014 |
| TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA | SURETY | 105997964 | ON FILE | Oct 1, 2013 | Jul 11, 2018 |
| WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 0110178162 | ON FILE | Sep 8, 2004 | Sep 4, 2011 |
Insurance History (19 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA | SURETY | 105997964 | REPLACED | Oct 1, 2013 | Jun 21, 2018 |
| NATIONWIDE AGRIBUSINESS INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA 127296A | REPLACED | Sep 8, 2011 | May 16, 2014 |
| NATIONWIDE AGRIBUSINESS INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA 127296A | CANCELLED | Sep 8, 2011 | Jun 15, 2014 |
| WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 0110178162 | REPLACED | Aug 26, 2011 | Sep 8, 2011 |
| WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 0110178162 | CANCELLED | Aug 26, 2011 | Oct 14, 2011 |
| WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 0110178162 | CANCELLED | Sep 8, 2004 | Sep 25, 2011 |
| WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 0110178162 | REPLACED | Sep 8, 2004 | Aug 26, 2011 |
| TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA | SURETY | 104 241 266 | CANCELLED | Dec 30, 2003 | Oct 31, 2013 |
| TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA | SURETY | 104 241 266 | REPLACED | Dec 30, 2003 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AS2-141-433 459-03 | REPLACED | Sep 8, 2003 | Sep 8, 2004 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AS2-141-433 459-03 | REPLACED | Sep 8, 2003 | Sep 8, 2003 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | K01-141-433 459-07 | REPLACED | Sep 8, 2003 | Sep 8, 2004 |
| LIBERTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | BIPD/Primary | AS7-141-433459-03 | NAME CHANGED | Sep 8, 2001 | Nov 15, 2003 |
| TRAVELERS CASUALTY AND SURETY COMPANY | SURETY | NONE | NAME CHANGED | Jun 14, 2001 | Nov 15, 2003 |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | BIPD/Primary | Y810911J5756TIL97 | CANCELLED | Sep 1, 1997 | Oct 26, 2001 |
| THE AMERICAN INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | S98DPA80144025 | REPLACED | Sep 8, 1994 | Sep 1, 1997 |
| THE AMERICAN INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | DXX 8060 28 52 | NAME CHANGED | Sep 8, 1994 | Nov 15, 2003 |
| AMWEST SURETY INSURANCE CO. | SURETY | 019004475 | CANCELLED | May 5, 1994 | Jul 15, 2001 |
| AMWEST SURETY INSURANCE CO. | SURETY | 019004475 | REPLACED | May 5, 1994 | Jun 14, 2001 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA | 105997964 | SURETY | Jul 11, 2018 | Jul 11, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA | 105997964 | SURETY | Jun 21, 2018 | Jun 21, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONWIDE AGRIBUSINESS INSURANCE CO. | CPP127296A | BIPD/Primary | Sep 8, 2014 | Sep 8, 2014 |
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONWIDE AGRIBUSINESS INSURANCE CO. | CA 127296A | BIPD/Primary | Jun 15, 2014 | Jun 15, 2014 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONWIDE AGRIBUSINESS INSURANCE CO. | CA 127296A | BIPD/Primary | May 16, 2014 | May 16, 2014 |
| TERM/CANCL | TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA | 104 241 266 | SURETY | Oct 31, 2013 | Oct 31, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | TRAVELERS CASUALTY & SURETY CO. OF AMERICA | 104 241 266 | SURETY | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| TERM/CANCL | WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 0110178162 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 14, 2011 | Oct 14, 2011 |
| TERM/CANCL | WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 0110178162 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 25, 2011 | Sep 25, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 0110178162 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 8, 2011 | Sep 8, 2011 |
| CANCEL | WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 0110178162 | CARGO | Sep 4, 2011 | Sep 4, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 0110178162 | BIPD/Primary | Aug 26, 2011 | Aug 26, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | K01-141-433 459-07 | CARGO | Sep 8, 2004 | Sep 8, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AS2-141-433 459-03 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 8, 2004 | Sep 8, 2004 |
| NAMECHG | TRAVELERS CASUALTY AND SURETY COMPANY | NONE | SURETY | Nov 15, 2003 | Nov 15, 2003 |
| NAMECHG | LIBERTY INSURANCE CORPORATION | AS7-141-433459-03 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 15, 2003 | Nov 15, 2003 |
| NAMECHG | THE AMERICAN INSURANCE CO. | DXX 8060 28 52 | CARGO | Nov 15, 2003 | Nov 15, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AS2-141-433 459-03 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 8, 2003 | Sep 8, 2003 |
| CANCEL | TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | Y810911J5756TIL97 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 26, 2001 | Oct 26, 2001 |
| TERM/CANCL | AMWEST SURETY INSURANCE CO. | 019004475 | SURETY | Jul 15, 2001 | Jul 15, 2001 |
| TERM/REPL | AMWEST SURETY INSURANCE CO. | 019004475 | SURETY | Jun 14, 2001 | Jun 14, 2001 |
| TERM/REPL | THE AMERICAN INSURANCE CO. | S98DPA80144025 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 1, 1997 | Sep 1, 1997 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-144120 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
| CONTRACT | MC-144120 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (11 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC144120 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 14, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 22, 2018 |
| MC144120 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REINSTATED | Feb 25, 2004 | — | Unknown |
| MC144120 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Feb 25, 2004 | — | Unknown |
| MC144120 | BROKER | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 11, 2003 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 12, 2004 |
| MC144120 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 23, 2001 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 21, 2001 |
| MC144120 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 23, 2001 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 21, 2001 |
| MC144120 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Aug 18, 1994 | — | Unknown |
| MC144120 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Oct 6, 1987 | REVOKED | Jan 12, 2004 |
| MC144120 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Oct 6, 1987 | REVOKED | Jan 12, 2004 |
| MC144120 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jul 1, 1983 | REVOKED | Jan 12, 2004 |
| MC144120 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | WITHDRAWN | May 5, 1978 | — | 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
15 states • 107 inspections
Violation Summary (39 violations from latest 100 of 107 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 12 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 5 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2WG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.207F-SLAS | Suspension - Leaking 3 PSI in 5 minutes | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLCP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.209E-SPSLA | Steering - Power steering leaking anywhere. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.80A | Using a hand-held mobile telephone | 1 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.82 | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.82(a)(1) | Texting while driving | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 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 (107 inspections)
Showing 50 of 107
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
25 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (25 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 23, 2026 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | CLARKSVILLE | I-24 | ...638190 | KW TRANSIT INC |
| Mar 5, 2025 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | SHERIDAN | MNTH 19 | ...032701 | KW TRANSIT INC |
| Jul 19, 2024 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | KISSIMMEE | STATE ROAD 91(SR 91) | ...303864 | KW TRANSIT INC |
| Jul 7, 2024 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | DENNING TWP | I-57 | ...303865 | KW TRANSIT INC |
| May 3, 2024 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | UNINCORPORATED | STATE ROAD 91 (FLORIDAS TURNPIKE) | ...631130 | KW TRANSIT INC |
| Apr 5, 2024 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | KISSIMMEE | STATE ROAD 91 (FLORIDA TURNPIKE) | ...303865 | KW TRANSIT INC |
| Jul 17, 2023 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | PLOVER | IH 039 NB | ...KW4449 | KW TRANSIT INC |
| Mar 30, 2023 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | EAU CLAIRE | WHIPPLE ST | ...NB9861 | KW TRANSIT INC |
| Dec 9, 2022 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | ELLINGTON | STH 015 EB | ...UE4096 | KW TRANSIT INC |
| Sep 27, 2022 | GA | TOW | 0 | 0 | MACON | I 75 N NEAR EXIT 155 | ...270483 | KW TRANSIT INC |
| Jul 25, 2022 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | ELK MOUND | IH 094 WB | ...NG4796 | KW TRANSIT INC |
| Nov 3, 2021 | MT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | +46.3288 -112.7439 | ...205155 | KW TRANSIT INC |
| Oct 26, 2021 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | Lynnville Twp | IL-64 | ...KF1111 | KW TRANSIT INC |
| Jul 1, 2021 | FL | TOW | 0 | 0 | HIALEAH | W HIALEAH-HIALEAH GARDENS BLVD | ...270484 | KW TRANSIT INC |
| May 24, 2021 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SLINGER | IH 041 SB | ...MU9390 | KW TRANSIT INC |
| Feb 9, 2020 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 22, 2019 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 1, 2019 | FL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 12, 2018 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 20, 2018 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 17, 2018 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 18, 2017 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 28, 2017 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 6, 2017 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 14, 2016 | GA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
50 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 50 events