PAPENFUSS TRUCKING INC
USDOT 2362232 • 48041 LUCE STREET, PERHAM, MN, 56573
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Contract Carrier | MC-809664 | ACTIVE | Unknown | May 16, 2022 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | GFL0002486 | ON FILE | Oct 13, 2022 | Oct 13, 2023 |
Insurance History (10 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0095761002 | REPLACED | Oct 31, 2020 | Oct 13, 2020 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0095761002 | REPLACED | Oct 13, 2020 | Oct 13, 2020 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0095761002 | REPLACED | Oct 13, 2020 | Oct 13, 2022 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0095761001 | NAME CHANGED | Dec 27, 2019 | Oct 20, 2020 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0095761001 | REPLACED | Dec 27, 2019 | Oct 13, 2020 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 750581001 | REPLACED | Dec 27, 2018 | Dec 27, 2019 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 362780001 | CANCELLED | Dec 27, 2017 | Jan 27, 2019 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 362780001 | REPLACED | Dec 27, 2017 | Dec 27, 2018 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP01703A | REPLACED | Jan 3, 2013 | Dec 27, 2017 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP01703A | CANCELLED | Jan 3, 2013 | Jan 5, 2018 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | HARCO NATIONAL INSURANCE CO. | GFL0002486 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 13, 2023 | Oct 13, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0095761002 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 13, 2022 | Oct 13, 2022 |
| TERM/CANCL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0095761001 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 20, 2020 | Oct 20, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0095761001 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 13, 2020 | Oct 13, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0095761002 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 13, 2020 | Oct 13, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0095761002 | BIPD/Primary | Oct 13, 2020 | Oct 13, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 750581001 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 27, 2019 | Dec 27, 2019 |
| TERM/CANCL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 362780001 | BIPD/Primary | Jan 27, 2019 | Jan 27, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 362780001 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 27, 2018 | Dec 27, 2018 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP01703A | BIPD/Primary | Jan 5, 2018 | Jan 5, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP01703A | BIPD/Primary | Dec 27, 2017 | Dec 27, 2017 |
Authority Action History (4 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC809664 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 5, 2022 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 16, 2022 |
| MC809664 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Sep 17, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 13, 2020 |
| MC809664 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Dec 11, 2017 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Dec 27, 2017 |
| MC809664 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 9, 2013 | — | 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
26 states • 117 inspections
Violation Summary (85 violations from latest 100 of 117 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 15 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 5 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47D2-BLTBD | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A2-C | Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | 2 | 2 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 2 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BOS | BRAKES OUT OF SERVICE: The number of defective brakes is equal to or greater than 20 percent of the service brakes on the vehicle or combination | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203E-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.110B2I-C | Cargo securement - logs | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.67C7V-F | Tires - other defects | 1 | 0 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOL | Tires - All others leaking or inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire not equipped with ATIS | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.130C-CHVE | Cargo securement - heavy equipment | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60D | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207F | Air suspension pressure loss | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.51C-BLPW | Steering wheel free play excessive | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75A3-TAOLTIS | Tires - All others leaking in tread area and inflation less than 50% of the maximum inflation pressure on tire equipped with ATIS | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55D1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.110(b)(3) | Cargo securement - logs | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11 | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24(c)(2)(iii) | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.43(d) | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78(a) | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(1) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:376.11(d)(1) | 376.11(d)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown |
| FMCSR:395.8(a)(1) | Not using the appropriate method to record hours of service | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9B3-DFRCLS | Driver - Failing to reexamine the CMV's cargo and its load securement devices during the course of transportation and make any necessary adjustments. | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| 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 (117 inspections)
Showing 50 of 117
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
10 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (10 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 20, 2025 | OK | TOW | 0 | 0 | THACKERVILLE | I-35 NB | ...840464 | PAPENFUSS TRUCKING INC |
| Aug 8, 2025 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | FLORISSANT | IS 270 | ...821151 | PAPENFUSS TRUCKING INC |
| Jun 20, 2024 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | JEROME (TOWNSHIP OF) | INDUSTRIAL PK | ...MU8291 | PAPENFUSS TRUCKING INC |
| Feb 23, 2023 | MD | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | LEONARDTOWN RD | ...864078 | PAPENFUSS TRUCKING INC |
| Aug 18, 2021 | WV | TOW | 0 | 0 | CHARLESTON | I-77 MP 96 | ...068504 | PAPENFUSS TRUCKING INC |
| Jul 1, 2021 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | PINE TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 6000 W | ...764525 | PAPENFUSS TRUCKING INC |
| Mar 30, 2021 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | SAINT MICHAEL | WB ISTH 94, west of MP204 | ...047628 | PAPENFUSS TRUCKING INC |
| Feb 27, 2019 | SD | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 16, 2016 | MO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 22, 2016 | IL | FATAL | 1 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
22 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records