CLIFF VIESSMAN INC
GARY, SD
Book with caution — review signals below
No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking.
- OOS rate worse than size peers Driver and/or vehicle out-of-service rate is above the peer median.
Plain-text risk summary (print / paste)
TruckCodex risk summary — CLIFF VIESSMAN INC (USDOT 164259) Verdict: CAUTION Book with caution — review signals below No hard OOS / revoked / uninsured blocker, but elevated risk signals need a human look before booking. Authority / census status: Active Officer(s): WAYNE VIESSMAN (Company officer); DOUGLAS VIESSMAN (Company officer 2) Organization: CORPORATION Blockers: (none) Cautions: • OOS rate worse than size peers — Driver and/or vehicle out-of-service rate is above the peer median. On file: • 1 active operating authority • Active insurance on file — OLD REPUBLIC SURETY COMPANY · 84 • BOC-3 process agent on file — PROCESS AGENT SERVICE COMPANY, INC. • Satisfactory FMCSA safety rating • OOS rate better than size peers Source: https://truckcodex.com/usdot/164259/ As of: Jul 19, 2026 Always confirm on FMCSA SAFER and L&I before tendering — TruckCodex mirrors public filings and can lag by up to a day.
TruckCodex · compliance grade
Compliance grade A
Composite of 5/5 scored components (mean 88/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
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confidence 100% · 5/5 signals
Compliance grade A
Composite of 5/5 scored components (mean 88/100). Expand for per-signal evidence. Heuristic — not an FMCSA rating or legal advice.
Active census status with no OOS order or revoked authority on file.
Active BIPD/Primary-like policy on file in our insurance history.
Driver OOS 0% vs peer median 1.3% (better). Vehicle OOS 23.2% vs peer median 17% (worse). n=2505 same-size ACTIVE peers.
Official FMCSA Satisfactory safety rating.
No BMC-91 insurance-lapse watch classification on file for this USDOT.
TruckCodex compliance grade from authority, BIPD, peer OOS, FMCSA safety rating, and insurance-watch signals. Not legal advice. See methodology. Booking triage on this page: Caution.
2 active liability policies
Company profile
No active FMCSA cargo filing on file.
FMCSA L&I filing evidence — not a shipper certificate of insurance (COI). Cargo (BMC-34) is primarily an HHG / household-goods requirement; general freight carriers often have none.
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InsuranceOLD REPUBLIC SURETY COMPANYPolicy effective Oct 1, 2013
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Process AgentPROCESS AGENT SERVICE COMPANY, INC.BOC-3 on file
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Operating AuthorityMC143831ACTIVE
Fleet details (MCS-150)
| Vehicle type | Owned | Term leased | Trip leased |
|---|---|---|---|
| Truck tractors | 283 | 40 | 0 |
| Trailers | 928 | 0 | 0 |
Self-reported on the carrier’s Form MCS-150 (FMCSA Company Census).
Accident reports (24 months)
All 455 crashes →| Last 6 months | 6–12 months | 12–24 months | Total | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fatalities | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Injuries | 1 | 2 | 4 | 7 |
| Tow-away | 3 | 6 | 10 | 19 |
| Crash reports | 3 | 6 | 10 | 19 |
Reportable crashes from FMCSA MCMIS for the trailing 24 months. Counts may differ slightly from SAFER due to reporting lag.
Inspections (24 months)
All 455 inspections →| Driver | Vehicle | Hazmat | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Inspections | 246 | 246 | 0 |
| OOS inspections | 1 | 29 | 0 |
| OOS percentage | 0.41% | 11.79% | — |
| National average | 6.67% | 22.26% | 4.44% |
Roadside inspections in the last 24 months. National averages are FMCSA MCSAP reference rates (driver ~6.7%, vehicle ~23.4%, hazmat ~4.4%).
Carrier analysis & narrative context SEO summary, status notes, AI overview, and safety profiles
CLIFF VIESSMAN INC is a corporation based in GARY, SD, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 164259. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, with a safety rating of Satisfactory. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 323 power units and 460 drivers, with 455 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 23.2%. Use this page to verify the carrier's authority and insurance, review its inspection and crash history, and cross-reference live data on FMCSA SAFER before booking a load or onboarding a partner.
CLIFF VIESSMAN INC is a large fleet, operating 323 power units and 460 drivers, organized as a corporation, based in Gary, SD. Across 271 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 10.3% out-of-service rate, with 22 reportable crashes. BIPD/Primary insurance is on file with LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO., and operating authority is active for contract, common, and broker.
271 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 69% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in SD (66) and MN (53), with Level 3 inspections the most common.
10.3% out-of-service rate; led by Unsafe Driving (45.0% of violations); top code 392.2 (Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued) cited 43 times.
The fleet comprises 323 power units (large fleet) and 460 drivers; Volvo, Walker sta, and Kenworth are the most-inspected makes.
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 2,505 ACTIVE carriers operating 161–485 power units (±50% of this carrier's 323 unit fleet).
Inspection Analytics Monthly activity · BASIC mix · state map
Monthly Inspection Activity (24 months)
Violations by BASIC Category
Activity by State
| State | Inspections | OOS | OOS % | Last Inspection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| South Dakota (SD) | 64 | 10 | 15.6% | Jul 8, 2026 |
| Minnesota (MN) | 44 | 4 | 9.1% | Mar 25, 2026 |
| North Dakota (ND) | 27 | 2 | 7.4% | Jun 29, 2026 |
| Wisconsin (WI) | 22 | 3 | 13.6% | Feb 25, 2026 |
| Nebraska (NE) | 16 | 0 | 0.0% | Jun 29, 2026 |
| Tennessee (TN) | 11 | 3 | 27.3% | May 31, 2026 |
| Iowa (IA) | 10 | 1 | 10.0% | Jun 25, 2026 |
| Illinois (IL) | 6 | 1 | 16.7% | May 20, 2026 |
| Indiana (IN) | 5 | 0 | 0.0% | Oct 28, 2025 |
| Missouri (MO) | 5 | 3 | 60.0% | Apr 28, 2026 |
| Wyoming (WY) | 3 | 0 | 0.0% | Dec 29, 2025 |
| Colorado (CO) | 3 | 0 | 0.0% | Mar 3, 2026 |
| Kansas (KS) | 3 | 0 | 0.0% | Sep 2, 2025 |
| Mississippi (MS) | 3 | 0 | 0.0% | Jul 3, 2025 |
| Montana (MT) | 3 | 0 | 0.0% | Jan 28, 2026 |
| Ohio (OH) | 3 | 1 | 33.3% | May 18, 2026 |
| Arkansas (AR) | 3 | 0 | 0.0% | Jan 16, 2026 |
| Utah (UT) | 2 | 1 | 50.0% | Dec 30, 2025 |
| New Mexico (NM) | 2 | 0 | 0.0% | Dec 15, 2025 |
| US (US) | 2 | 0 | 0.0% | Nov 4, 2025 |
| California (CA) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Dec 30, 2025 |
| Georgia (GA) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | May 7, 2025 |
| Florida (FL) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Nov 19, 2025 |
| Texas (TX) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Feb 12, 2026 |
| North Carolina (NC) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Jan 16, 2026 |
| Massachusetts (MA) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Jul 3, 2025 |
| Michigan (MI) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Feb 27, 2026 |
| Nevada (NV) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | May 2, 2025 |
| New York (NY) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | Jun 30, 2025 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
| BASIC | Inspections | Serious | Measure | Percentile | Alert | As Of |
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| Driver Fitness | 1 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Controlled Substances / Alcohol | 0 | — | 0.00 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Hours of Service | 16 | — | 0.16 | 0 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Unsafe Driving | 59 | — | 1.68 | 2 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 60 | — | 5.46 | 5 | — | Jul 13, 2026 |
Higher percentiles indicate worse performance relative to peer carriers. Carriers at or above the FMCSA intervention threshold are marked ALERT.
Recent Inspections (455 rows) View all 455 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
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| 88353426 | Jul 8, 2026 | SD | 3 | — |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLEWA1 | No |
| 88307115 | Jul 2, 2026 | SD | 3 | — |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 88282701 | Jun 29, 2026 | ND | 3 | — |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 88281407 | Jun 29, 2026 | NE | 3 | — |
HEIL TRAILER INTERNATIONAL SEMI-TRAILER
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0 | — | No |
| 88271231 | Jun 29, 2026 | NE | 3 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 392.2-SLLEWA1 | No |
| 88240908 | Jun 25, 2026 | IA | 3 | — |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 392.2-SLLSR, 392.2-SLLS1 | No |
| 88230918 | Jun 23, 2026 | ND | 1 | — |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 393.55E-B | No |
| 88146271 | Jun 14, 2026 | ND | 2 | — |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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4 | 393.201A-FRSC, 393.45B2-BHTD, 393.45B2-B-AIR | Yes |
| 88081924 | Jun 9, 2026 | NE | 3 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 88071769 | Jun 7, 2026 | ND | 2 | — |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 88040262 | Jun 3, 2026 | SD | 3 | — |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 88020784 | Jun 2, 2026 | SD | 3 | — |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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3 | 392.2-SLLEWA1, 392.2-SLLEWPB | No |
| 88014494 | May 31, 2026 | TN | 2 | — |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 393.9A-LRLIWR | Yes |
| 87988472 | May 28, 2026 | SD | 3 | — |
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87927220 | May 20, 2026 | IL | 2 | — |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 393.75A3, 395.30B1 | Yes |
| 87922268 | May 20, 2026 | ND | 2 | — |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87912871 | May 19, 2026 | ND | 3 | — |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87908028 | May 18, 2026 | OH | 1 | — |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 393.75A3-TAOL, 393.45D-B | Yes |
| 87886995 | May 18, 2026 | NE | 3 | — |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87867925 | May 13, 2026 | IL | 1 | — |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87867883 | May 13, 2026 | IL | 1 | — |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 393.11, 392.2RG | No |
| 87721643 | Apr 29, 2026 | ND | 3 | JAMESTOWN ND |
VOLVO TRUCK TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 87707915 | Apr 28, 2026 | MO | 2 | SAINT JOSEPH MO |
FREIGHTLINER TRUCK TRACTOR
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1 | 75A3-TAOL | Yes |
| 87666899 | Apr 23, 2026 | SD | 3 | SISSETON SD |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 2-SLLIRP, 2-SLLEWA1 | No |
| 87521337 | Apr 7, 2026 | MO | 1 | EAGLEVILLE MO |
KENWORTH TRUCK TRACTOR
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6 | — | Yes |
Recent Crashes (455 rows) View all 455 →
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WI0000200777 | Feb 1, 2026 | WI | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MN0260280130 | Jan 28, 2026 | MN | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MN0260260125 | Jan 26, 2026 | MN | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| UT2600453286 | Dec 30, 2025 | UT | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| MN0253520399 | Dec 18, 2025 | MN | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| SD0202517396 | Nov 29, 2025 | SD | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| OH0253213345 | Nov 3, 2025 | OH | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| MN0252730178 | Sep 30, 2025 | MN | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MN0252470074 | Sep 4, 2025 | MN | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MO0000113766 | Jun 10, 2025 | MO | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| WI0000125513 | May 17, 2025 | WI | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MN0251330065 | May 13, 2025 | MN | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| ILX003766241 | Mar 27, 2025 | IL | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| NE0225009889 | Mar 11, 2025 | NE | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| MN0250250056 | Jan 25, 2025 | MN | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MN0250160094 | Jan 16, 2025 | MN | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| WI0000124476 | Dec 30, 2024 | WI | 0 | 2 | Yes | No | Injury |
| GA0009736826 | Dec 22, 2024 | GA | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MN0243550456 | Dec 20, 2024 | MN | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| IA2401432518 | Jul 11, 2024 | IA | 0 | 1 | Yes | No | Injury |
| WV202415435A | Jul 9, 2024 | WV | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| WY0202405868 | Jun 16, 2024 | WY | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| ILX003361760 | Mar 25, 2024 | IL | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MN0240780151 | Mar 18, 2024 | MN | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
| MN0240690126 | Mar 9, 2024 | MN | 0 | 0 | Yes | No | Tow |
Authority Records (1 docket)
Insurance Coverage Timeline (26 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Limit | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OLD REPUBLIC SURETY COMPANY | RLI2133739 | 84 | — | Oct 1, 2013 | On file | ACTIVE |
| 1ST SECURITY FINANCIAL CORPORATION | NONE | TRUST FUND | — | Jun 24, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 | REPLACED |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP01378A | 91X | $1,000,000 | Jan 1, 2013 | On file | ACTIVE |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AT2-Z41-006114-08 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jan 1, 2011 | Jan 1, 2013 | REPLACED |
| TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA | QT-660-4848N796-TIL-11 | CARGO | — | Jan 1, 2011 | Jan 12, 2019 | CANCELLED |
| LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | 012944631 | CARGO | — | Jan 1, 2010 | Jan 1, 2011 | REPLACED |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | 2084086576 | BIPD/Primary | — | Oct 1, 2008 | Oct 1, 2008 | REPLACED |
| LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | 6083130 | CARGO | — | Oct 1, 2008 | Jan 1, 2010 | REPLACED |
| CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO. | 2084086576 | BIPD/Primary | — | Oct 1, 2008 | Jan 1, 2011 | CANCELLED |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 067706 66310066 | SURETY | — | Sep 21, 2006 | Jun 30, 2013 | CANCELLED |
| AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY | 067706 66310066 | SURETY | — | Sep 21, 2006 | Jun 24, 2013 | REPLACED |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | K01-141-006114-05 | CARGO | — | Oct 1, 2004 | Oct 1, 2008 | CANCELLED |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AT2-141-006114-04 | BIPD/Primary | — | Oct 1, 2004 | Oct 1, 2008 | CANCELLED |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | TP 9896278 | BIPD/Primary | — | Oct 1, 2003 | Oct 1, 2004 | CANCELLED |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | TP 9897670 | BIPD/Primary | — | Oct 1, 2002 | Oct 1, 2003 | CANCELLED |
| THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA | TP 9897544 01 | BIPD/Primary | — | Oct 1, 2000 | Oct 1, 2002 | CANCELLED |
| FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO. | MXI 80380976 (FAXJJS) | CARGO | — | Oct 1, 1999 | Oct 1, 2004 | REPLACED |
| XL SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 1TTP0002679 | BIPD/Primary | — | Oct 1, 1999 | Oct 1, 2000 | REPLACED |
| AMERICAN MANUFACTURERS MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 3SM628866 | SURETY | — | Sep 21, 1998 | Sep 21, 2006 | REPLACED |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | 9VA45 | BIPD/Primary | — | Oct 3, 1997 | Oct 1, 1999 | CANCELLED |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | 9VA45 | CARGO | — | Oct 3, 1997 | Oct 1, 1999 | CANCELLED |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | 9VA45 | BIPD/Primary | — | Oct 3, 1997 | Nov 1, 1996 | REPLACED |
| RELIANCE NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | NKC012573602 | BIPD/Primary | — | Nov 1, 1996 | Dec 17, 1997 | CANCELLED |
| RELIANCE NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY | NKC 0119702 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jan 1, 1995 | Oct 3, 1997 | REPLACED |
| STONINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY | TAL 1001036 | BIPD/Primary | — | Jan 1, 1993 | Jan 1, 1995 | REPLACED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Jan 12, 2019insuranceCANCEL — TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA
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Oct 1, 2013insuranceTERM/REPL — 1ST SECURITY FINANCIAL CORPORATION
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Jun 30, 2013insuranceTERM/CANCL — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jun 25, 2013
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Jun 24, 2013insuranceTERM/REPL — AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jan 1, 2013insuranceTERM/REPL — LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO.
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Jan 1, 2011insuranceTERM/REPL — LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY
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Jan 1, 2011insuranceCANCEL — CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO.
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Jan 1, 2010insuranceTERM/REPL — LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY
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Oct 1, 2008insuranceCANCEL — LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO.
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Oct 1, 2008insuranceCANCEL — LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
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Oct 1, 2008insuranceTERM/REPL — CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO.
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Sep 9, 2008
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Sep 21, 2006insuranceTERM/REPL — AMERICAN MANUFACTURERS MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
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Oct 1, 2004insuranceCANCEL — THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA
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Oct 1, 2004insuranceTERM/REPL — FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO.
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Sep 23, 2004
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Oct 1, 2003insuranceCANCEL — THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA
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Oct 1, 2002insuranceCANCEL — THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA
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Oct 1, 2000insuranceTERM/REPL — XL SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
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Dec 2, 1999
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Oct 1, 1999insuranceCANCEL — CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO.
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Oct 13, 1998
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Jan 23, 1998
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Dec 17, 1997insuranceCANCEL — RELIANCE NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY
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Oct 3, 1997insuranceTERM/REPL — RELIANCE NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY
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Oct 3, 1997insuranceTERM/REPL — ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO.
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Nov 1, 1996insuranceTERM/REPL — CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO.
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Jan 1, 1995insuranceTERM/REPL — STONINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY
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Feb 13, 1985
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Apr 12, 1984
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Aug 31, 1983
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Feb 22, 1982
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Jul 28, 1981
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Feb 9, 1979
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Dec 21, 1978
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| SISSETON SD | SD | 37 | 8 |
| FARGO ND | ND | 13 | 2 |
| HUDSON WI | WI | 7 | 3 |
| WEST LAKELAND MN | MN | 6 | 4 |
| MOORETON ND | ND | 6 | 0 |
| VALLEY SPRINGS SD | SD | 6 | 2 |
| BISMARCK ND | ND | 5 | 0 |
| MILBANK SD | SD | 5 | 0 |
| SISSETONSD | SD | 5 | 2 |
| MOORHEAD MN | MN | 4 | 0 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392.2 | Violation of Local Laws - Explain: | Unsafe Driving | 97 | 0 |
| 393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 16 | 6 |
| 393.45(b)(2) | Brake hose or tubing chafing and/or kinking | Vehicle Maintenance | 9 | 1 |
| 393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | Vehicle Maintenance | 7 | 7 |
| 395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD form and manner | Hours of Service | 7 | 0 |
| 393.45(d) | Brake connections with leaks or constrictions | Vehicle Maintenance | 6 | 2 |
| 396.3(a)(1) | Inspection, repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | Vehicle Maintenance | 5 | 2 |
| 392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | Unsafe Driving | 4 | 0 |
| 393.95(a) | No/discharged/unsecured fire extinguisher | Vehicle Maintenance | 4 | 0 |
| 393.205(c) | Wheel fasteners loose and/or missing | Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | 1 |
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Docket MC143831
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OLD REPUBLIC SURETY COMPANY
84 policy on file
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1ST SECURITY FINANCIAL CORPORATION
TRUST FUND policy on file
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GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
91X policy on file
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LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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TRAVELERS PROPERTY CASUALTY CO. OF AMERICA
CARGO policy on file
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LEXINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY
CARGO policy on file
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CONTINENTAL CASUALTY CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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AUTO OWNERS INSURANCE COMPANY
SURETY policy on file
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LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
CARGO policy on file
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THE INSURANCE CO OF THE STATE OF PENNSYLVANIA
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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FIREMAN'S FUND INSURANCE CO.
CARGO policy on file
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XL SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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AMERICAN MANUFACTURERS MUTUAL INSURANCE CO.
SURETY policy on file
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CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO.
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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RELIANCE NATIONAL INDEMNITY COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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STONINGTON INSURANCE COMPANY
BIPD/Primary policy on file
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ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO.
CARGO policy on file
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PROCESS AGENT SERVICE COMPANY, INC.
BOC-3 process agent · 123,521 carriers served
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455 inspections
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455 reportable crashes
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- Review safety rating and SMS BASIC scores. Check the carrier's FMCSA safety rating (if any) and the SMS BASIC table. A high percentile in any BASIC category — especially Unsafe Driving, HOS, or Vehicle Maintenance — is worth investigating before tendering a load.
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Every commercial motor carrier operating in the United States is required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration (FMCSA) and obtain a USDOT number. The USDOT number is a permanent, unique identifier — once assigned, it stays with the carrier for life and is never reissued to another company. Carriers must update their registration every two years on Form MCS-150 to keep their address, fleet size, and operating data current.
Carrier safety data lives in FMCSA's Motor Carrier Management Information System (MCMIS): roadside inspections, crashes, out-of-service findings, and the seven Behavior Analysis and Safety Improvement Categories (BASICs) that make up the SMS scoring methodology. For-hire carriers must also hold operating authority — an MC, FF, or MX docket number — which is separate from the USDOT number and requires continuous insurance and BOC-3 process-agent filings to remain active.
TruckCodex mirrors FMCSA's public SAFER and L&I systems on a daily refresh cycle. Every record on this page reflects what FMCSA has on file. We do not edit or modify carrier data — for real-time confirmation immediately before a transaction, click through to the FMCSA SAFER lookup linked in the related records section above. Safety ratings, when present, come from formal compliance reviews; most active carriers have not been reviewed and are correctly listed as unrated.
Data sources & freshness
TruckCodex aggregates official public-sector datasets. See the Source registry for dataset-level coverage and the Freshness log for last-import timestamps.
Census, SAFER, SMS, Licensing & Insurance (L&I), roadside inspections, crashes, and authority history.
Vehicle recall campaigns, defect investigations, and consumer safety complaints (SCRS).
Cross-border carrier registry and Canadian recall campaigns where applicable.
TruckCodex is an independent aggregator; it is not affiliated with FMCSA, NHTSA, EIA, or Transport Canada. Always verify compliance-critical information directly with the originating agency.