LORENZ BUS SERVICE INC
USDOT 212866 • 8600 XYLITE ST NE, BLAINE, MN, 55449-5003
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-157721 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Mar 2, 2020 |
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | KCA 2660435 | ON FILE | Mar 1, 2021 | Mar 1, 2024 |
| UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | CARGO | 1MP30017674503 | ON FILE | Jan 1, 1995 | Feb 14, 2005 |
| GENERAL STAR INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Excess | IXG-304504C | ON FILE | Jan 1, 1994 | Jan 15, 1995 |
Insurance History (21 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 5010785 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 2020 | Mar 1, 2021 |
| PENNSYLVANIA MANUFACTURERS INDEMNITY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 151901 0733360 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 2019 | Mar 1, 2019 |
| PENNSYLVANIA MANUF. ASSOC. INS. | BIPD/Primary | 151901 0733360 | CANCELLED | Mar 1, 2019 | Mar 1, 2020 |
| PENNSYLVANIA MANUF. ASSOC. INS. | BIPD/Primary | 151801 0733360 | CANCELLED | Mar 1, 2018 | Mar 1, 2019 |
| PENNSYLVANIA MANUF. ASSOC. INS. | BIPD/Primary | 151701 0733360 | CANCELLED | Mar 1, 2017 | Mar 1, 2018 |
| PENNSYLVANIA MANUF. ASSOC. INS. | BIPD/Primary | 151601 0733360 | CANCELLED | Mar 1, 2016 | Mar 1, 2017 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | AU201500004089 | CANCELLED | Mar 1, 2015 | Mar 1, 2016 |
| NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | AU201400004089 | CANCELLED | Mar 1, 2014 | Mar 1, 2015 |
| PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | TG000096 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 2013 | Mar 1, 2014 |
| THE CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | BUA4034021521 | CANCELLED | Mar 1, 2012 | Mar 1, 2013 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GLA5765475-01 | CANCELLED | Oct 29, 2011 | Mar 1, 2012 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GLA5765475-01 | CANCELLED | Mar 1, 2011 | Oct 29, 2011 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | GLA5765475 | CANCELLED | Mar 1, 2010 | Mar 1, 2011 |
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CAR 9113420-03 | REPLACED | Feb 20, 2005 | Mar 1, 2010 |
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CAR 9113420-03 | CANCELLED | Jan 11, 2005 | Feb 20, 2005 |
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CCAD 221830 | REPLACED | Mar 1, 2002 | Jan 11, 2005 |
| NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CCAD 221830 | NAME CHANGED | Mar 1, 2002 | Feb 14, 2005 |
| STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CA 01 00 529 | CANCELLED | Mar 1, 1999 | Mar 1, 2002 |
| ST. PAUL MERCURY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CK 063 09 221 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 1998 | Mar 1, 1999 |
| UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | IMP 300176745 03 | REPLACED | Jan 15, 1995 | Jan 1, 1998 |
| UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | 1MP 12686105300 | REPLACED | Jan 1, 1992 | Jan 15, 1995 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | KCA 2660435 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2024 | Mar 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 5010785 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2021 | Mar 1, 2021 |
| CANCEL | PENNSYLVANIA MANUF. ASSOC. INS. | 151901 0733360 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2020 | Mar 1, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | PENNSYLVANIA MANUFACTURERS INDEMNITY COMPANY | 151901 0733360 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2019 | Mar 1, 2019 |
| CANCEL | PENNSYLVANIA MANUF. ASSOC. INS. | 151801 0733360 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2019 | Mar 1, 2019 |
| CANCEL | PENNSYLVANIA MANUF. ASSOC. INS. | 151701 0733360 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2018 | Mar 1, 2018 |
| CANCEL | PENNSYLVANIA MANUF. ASSOC. INS. | 151601 0733360 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2017 | Mar 1, 2017 |
| CANCEL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | AU201500004089 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2016 | Mar 1, 2016 |
| CANCEL | NEW YORK MARINE & GENERAL INS. CO. | AU201400004089 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2015 | Mar 1, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | PROTECTIVE INSURANCE CO. | TG000096 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2014 | Mar 1, 2014 |
| CANCEL | THE CONTINENTAL INSURANCE CO. | BUA4034021521 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2013 | Mar 1, 2013 |
| CANCEL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | GLA5765475-01 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2012 | Mar 1, 2012 |
| CANCEL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | GLA5765475-01 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 29, 2011 | Oct 29, 2011 |
| CANCEL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | GLA5765475 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2011 | Mar 1, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | CAR 9113420-03 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2010 | Mar 1, 2010 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | CAR 9113420-03 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 20, 2005 | Feb 20, 2005 |
| NAMECHG | UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | 1MP30017674503 | CARGO | Feb 14, 2005 | Feb 14, 2005 |
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | CCAD 221830 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 14, 2005 | Feb 14, 2005 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY | CCAD 221830 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 11, 2005 | Jan 11, 2005 |
| CANCEL | STAR INSURANCE COMPANY | CA 01 00 529 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 2002 | Mar 1, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | ST. PAUL MERCURY INSURANCE COMPANY | CK 063 09 221 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 1, 1999 | Mar 1, 1999 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | IMP 300176745 03 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 1, 1998 | Jan 1, 1998 |
| TERM/REPL | UNITED STATES FIDELITY & GUARANTY CO. | 1MP 12686105300 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 15, 1995 | Jan 15, 1995 |
| CANCEL | GENERAL STAR INDEMNITY COMPANY | IXG-304504C | BIPD/Excess | Jan 15, 1995 | Jan 15, 1995 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-157721 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (20 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC157721 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 3, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 2, 2020 |
| MC157721 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 4, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 1, 2019 |
| MC157721 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 2, 2018 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 1, 2018 |
| MC157721 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 2, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 27, 2017 |
| MC157721 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 3, 2016 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 24, 2016 |
| MC157721 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 2, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 2, 2015 |
| MC157721 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 4, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 1, 2013 |
| MC157721 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 3, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Feb 28, 2012 |
| MC157721 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 3, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 5, 2011 |
| MC157721 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 2, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 1, 2011 |
| MC157721 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 24, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 26, 2005 |
| MC157721 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 11, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jan 24, 2005 |
| MC157721 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 15, 1995 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC157721 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 16, 1994 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC157721 | MOTOR PASSENGER COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Mar 26, 1993 | — | Unknown |
| MC157721 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 1, 1991 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC157721 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 2, 1988 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC157721 | MOTOR PASSENGER COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 26, 1983 | — | Unknown |
| MC157721 | MOTOR PASSENGER COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jul 8, 1982 | — | Unknown |
| MC157721 | MOTOR PASSENGER COMMON CARRIER | REJECTED | Sep 11, 1981 | — | 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
4 states • 86 inspections
Violation Summary (37 violations from 86 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 22 | 12 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 3 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.62-BENM | Windshield wipers inoperative | 1 | 1 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TEPBM | Tires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.62(e) | Windshield wipers inoperative | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
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 (86 inspections)
Showing 50 of 86
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 25, 2026 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | BLAINE | SB MNTH 65 AND 105TH AVE | ...302073 | LORENZ BUS SERVICE INC |
| Jan 2, 2025 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | BLAINE | WB 89TH AVE AT MNTH 65 | ...812743 | LORENZ BUS SERVICE INC |
| Feb 13, 2024 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | BURNSVILLE | CSAH 42 | ...298351 | LORENZ BUS SERVICE INC |
| Apr 6, 2023 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | SPRING LAKE PARK | CSAH 10 | ...302066 | LORENZ BUS SERVICE INC |
| Jan 30, 2023 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BLAINE | 89th Ave NE | ...302064 | LORENZ BUS SERVICE INC |
| Jun 21, 2022 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | MINNEAPOLIS | 35W SB prior to Washington Ave | ...358403 | LORENZ BUS SERVICE INC |
| Feb 5, 2020 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 5, 2019 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 22, 2019 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 7 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 30, 2019 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 3, 2019 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 27, 2019 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 9, 2019 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 4, 2019 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 24, 2019 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 9 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 28, 2017 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 7, 2017 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 23, 2017 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 11, 2017 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 15, 2017 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 9 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 25, 2017 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 3, 2017 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 1, 2016 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 25, 2016 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 21, 2016 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
50 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 50 events