FAMILY AUTO TOWING INCORPORATED
USDOT 2343721 • 4292 275TH AVE NW, ISANTI, MN, 55040
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals1 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
| Authority Type | Docket # | Status | Original Date | Final Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Common Carrier | MC-075495 | REVOKED | Apr 23, 2024 | Apr 23, 2024 |
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | 0001222456 | ON FILE | Mar 20, 2024 | Mar 20, 2024 |
| PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CPP1336899 | ON FILE | Mar 20, 2024 | Mar 20, 2025 |
Insurance History (9 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | 0001222456 | REPLACED | Mar 20, 2024 | Mar 17, 2024 |
| PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD | 0001222456 | REPLACED | Mar 20, 2024 | Mar 17, 2024 |
| PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 0001222456 | REPLACED | Mar 20, 2024 | Mar 20, 2024 |
| AMERICAN GUARANTEE & LIABILITY INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | CPO1642107 | CANCELLED | Mar 17, 2024 | Apr 17, 2024 |
| AMERICAN GUARANTEE & LIABILITY INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | CPO1642107 | CANCELLED | Mar 20, 2023 | Mar 17, 2024 |
| AMERICAN GUARANTEE & LIABILITY INS. CO. | BIPD/Primary | CPO1642107 | REPLACED | Mar 20, 2021 | Mar 20, 2023 |
| PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CID1139045 | REPLACED | Mar 20, 2019 | Mar 20, 2021 |
| PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CID1139045 | NAME CHANGED | Mar 20, 2019 | May 5, 2021 |
| ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CPO1640345 | REPLACED | Mar 2, 2017 | Mar 20, 2019 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CPP1336899 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 20, 2025 | Mar 20, 2025 |
| CANCEL | AMERICAN GUARANTEE & LIABILITY INS. CO. | CPO1642107 | BIPD/Primary | Apr 17, 2024 | Apr 17, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 0001222456 | BIPD | Mar 20, 2024 | Mar 20, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 0001222456 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 20, 2024 | Mar 20, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 0001222456 | BIPD | Mar 17, 2024 | Mar 17, 2024 |
| CANCEL | AMERICAN GUARANTEE & LIABILITY INS. CO. | CPO1642107 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 17, 2024 | Mar 17, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | 0001222456 | BIPD | Mar 17, 2024 | Mar 17, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN GUARANTEE & LIABILITY INS. CO. | CPO1642107 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 20, 2023 | Mar 20, 2023 |
| TERM/CANCL | PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CID1139045 | BIPD/Primary | May 5, 2021 | May 5, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | PIONEER SPECIALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | CID1139045 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 20, 2021 | Mar 20, 2021 |
| TERM/REPL | ZURICH AMERICAN INSURANCE COMPANY | CPO1640345 | BIPD/Primary | Mar 20, 2019 | Mar 20, 2019 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| COMMON | MC-075495 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC075495 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | REINSTATED | Jun 14, 2024 | — | Unknown |
| MC075495 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Feb 20, 2024 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Mar 14, 2024 |
| MC075495 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 5, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 12, 2022 |
| MC075495 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 2, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 13, 2021 |
| MC075495 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Mar 20, 2018 | REVOKED | Apr 23, 2024 |
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
3 states • 38 inspections
Violation Summary (50 violations from 38 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 10 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 8 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.128 | Cargo securement - roll-on/roll-off containers | 3 | 3 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9BA-INACTIVE | 392.9BA-INACTIVE | 2 | 2 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(4) | No valid medical certificate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.112-C | Cargo - Tiedown not adjustable | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALR | Air Brake - Fails air loss rate test | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BARS | Air Brake - Air reservoir separated from its original attachment points or moving more than 1 inch | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLCP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUCR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.128(b) | Cargo securement - roll-on/roll-off containers | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(b) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a)(4) | 393.95(a)(4) | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.11(b)(5) | Not physically qualified | 1 | 1 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(g) | 393.75(g) | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(b) | Tire tread depth insufficient (steer) | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201(d) | Frame accessories improperly attached | 1 | 1 | — | 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 (38 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
7 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (7 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Feb 23, 2026 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | OAK GROVE | LAKE GEORGE BLVD NW | ...794567 | FAMILY AUTO TOWING INCORPORATED |
| Dec 8, 2025 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | WATAB | USTH 10 | ...208839 | FAMILY AUTO TOWING INCORPORATED |
| Jun 18, 2025 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | KROSCHEL | 355TH AVE | ...719166 | FAMILY AUTO TOWING INCORPORATED |
| Dec 3, 2024 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | BAXTER | RAMP595 | ...669933 | FAMILY AUTO TOWING |
| Jan 16, 2019 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 17, 2018 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 19, 2018 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
19 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records