COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC
USDOT 2152934 • 2300 6TH STREET N, SAINT CLOUD, MN, 56303
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-748586 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Nov 21, 2013 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0001030692 | ON FILE | Oct 28, 2013 | Jan 24, 2025 |
Insurance History (8 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0001030692 | CANCELLED | Oct 28, 2013 | Feb 23, 2025 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP87010A | CANCELLED | Oct 15, 2013 | Dec 3, 2013 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP87010A | REPLACED | Oct 15, 2013 | Oct 28, 2013 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP87010A | NAME CHANGED | Mar 26, 2012 | Oct 28, 2013 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP87010A | REPLACED | Mar 26, 2012 | Oct 15, 2013 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP87010A | NAME CHANGED | Mar 13, 2012 | Apr 23, 2012 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP87010A | REPLACED | Mar 13, 2012 | Mar 26, 2012 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP87010A | REPLACED | May 23, 2011 | Mar 13, 2012 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 0001030692 | BIPD/Primary | Feb 23, 2025 | Feb 23, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 0001030692 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 24, 2025 | Jan 24, 2025 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP87010A | BIPD/Primary | Dec 3, 2013 | Dec 3, 2013 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP87010A | BIPD/Primary | Oct 28, 2013 | Oct 28, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP87010A | BIPD/Primary | Oct 28, 2013 | Oct 28, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP87010A | BIPD/Primary | Oct 15, 2013 | Oct 15, 2013 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP87010A | BIPD/Primary | Apr 23, 2012 | Apr 23, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP87010A | BIPD/Primary | Mar 26, 2012 | Mar 26, 2012 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP87010A | BIPD/Primary | Mar 13, 2012 | Mar 13, 2012 |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC748586 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 6, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 21, 2013 |
| MC748586 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 24, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 16, 2013 |
| MC748586 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Mar 20, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 27, 2012 |
| MC748586 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 3, 2011 | — | 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
6 states • 163 inspections
Violation Summary (176 violations from latest 100 of 163 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 11 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 11 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 10 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 10 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 9 | 9 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 7 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8A | Failing to keep RODS | 5 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 5 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-HLLH | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.17A1-LSLDMWR | Lamps and reflectors inadequate | 3 | 3 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8F01 | Drivers record of duty status not current | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55C2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.17B2-LTSDM | Lamps and reflectors inadequate | 2 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 2 | 2 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.41APC | Medical (Certificate) - Operating a property-carrying vehicle without a valid medical certificate in possession or on file with the state drivers licensing agency | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:390.21TB2-DOT | 390.21TB2-DOT | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.25A-L | Lamps on rear of CMV obscured by load | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-TFCV | Tires - Front in contact with a part of the vehicle | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203E-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BMC | Hydraulic Master Cylinder Less Than 1/4 Full on Hydraulic Brakes | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLDL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.104B-C | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.30-B | Battery improperly secured | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHWS | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.41-BNPB | Brake - Inoperative or missing parking brake on power unit | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.17A1-LRLDWR | Lamps and reflectors inadequate | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.24C2II-ELDTN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify CMV trailer number. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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:393.75G-LOAD | Weight carried exceeds tire load limit | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2IRP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSIR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78A-WS | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.106D-C | Cargo securement - front end structure | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-ALBV | Air Brake - Any leak from a brake valve | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60E | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.130 | Cargo securement - heavy equipment | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8A-NON-ELD | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 1 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.104F3 | Cargo securement - tiedown damaged | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95A4-EEUS | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - unsecured | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.65F-F | Tires - flat/audibly leaking | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:177.834A-HMC | General loading/unloading hazmat | 1 | 1 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LHLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A-DFSL | Operating without proper operating authority | 1 | 0 | 8 | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.701II-CDUCC-MT20 | Coupling - Upper coupler is cracked more than 20% of the distance across the metal in the direction of the crack | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41A-MCPC | Physical qualification - general | 1 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.34A1-ELDDFN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failed to note the malfunction of the ELD and provide written notice of the malfunction to the motor carrier within 24 hours | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.71(h) | License (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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 (163 inspections)
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 17, 2026 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | BLAINE | N/B HWY 65 AT HWY 10 | ...366295 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Feb 18, 2026 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SHAKOPEE | MUHLENHARDT DR | ...886509 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Feb 7, 2026 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | CHASKA | EB USTH 212 (EAST OF MNTH 41 ENTRANCE RA | ...776831 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Feb 2, 2026 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | FRIDLEY | MNTH 65 SB AT ISTH 694 | ...376877 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Feb 1, 2026 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SHAKOPEE | RAMP899 | ...328472 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Nov 29, 2025 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | ROSEMOUNT | CONNEMARA TRL | ...E98049 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Sep 19, 2025 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | BLOOMINGTON | EB I494 AT NICOLLET AVE | ...437132 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Sep 4, 2025 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | PINE SPRINGS | RAMP556 | ...519900 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| May 23, 2025 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | SAINT CLOUD | USTH 10 | ...817963 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Mar 11, 2025 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | EAGAN | SB MNTH 77 AT MNTH 13 | ...886509 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Feb 27, 2025 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | NEW HOPE | 169 NB AND BASS LAKE RD | ...692802 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Feb 17, 2025 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | ST. PAUL | EB 94 NEAR 280 | ...526211 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Dec 27, 2024 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | RICHFIELD | 35 | ...LL1505 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Nov 8, 2024 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | BLOOMINGTON | W 79TH ST | ...576640 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Aug 21, 2024 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | MINNEAPOLIS | MNTH 62 | ...NG3059 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Jul 8, 2024 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | WACONIA | S Olive St | ...279985 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Feb 24, 2024 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 2 | COON RAPIDS | MNTH 47 | ...566768 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Feb 6, 2024 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | ROGERS | WB ISTH 94 @ COUNTY 101 | ...393644 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Jan 17, 2024 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | MAPLE GROVE | WB MNTH 610 near Maple Grove Pkwy | ...632502 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Nov 10, 2023 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 3 | BURBANK | USTH 71 at MNTH 9 | ...247573 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Oct 21, 2023 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | COON RAPIDS | Main St NW | ...566768 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| May 30, 2023 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | MONTICELLO | NB MNTH 25 at Oakwood Dr | ...860039 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| May 25, 2023 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | INVER GROVE HEIGHTS | ISTH 494 | ...823392 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Nov 30, 2022 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | WAITE PARK | 2nd Ave N | ...817963 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
| Oct 19, 2022 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | MAPLE GROVE | Troy Lane N | ...489388 | COLLINS BROTHERS TOWING OF ST CLOUD INC |
Compliance Timeline
35 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
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