- Contract authority is currently revoked as of Jul 11, 2014 · Docket MC828609.
DAKOTA THUNDER INC
DAKOTA THUNDER INC is a motor carrier based in BURLINGTON, ND, registered with the FMCSA under USDOT 2408166. The carrier is currently active in FMCSA's records, and has not yet received a formal FMCSA safety rating. MCS-150 self-reporting puts the fleet at 1 power unit and 1 driver, with 5 roadside inspections on file and a peak out-of-service rate of 50.0%. 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.
Operating authority revoked or suspended
FMCSA records show revoked or suspended authority for: Contract. A carrier cannot legally operate under a revoked authority type until it is reinstated. See the critical warnings and authority records below for docket-level detail.
DAKOTA THUNDER INC is a small fleet, operating 1 power unit and 1 driver, with 11 years on FMCSA's records, based in Burlington, ND. Across 3 roadside inspections in the last 24 months, the fleet recorded a 33.3% out-of-service rate, with no reportable crashes on file. BIPD/Primary insurance is on file with GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO., and all filed authority types (contract) are currently revoked.
Active filings
Safety Snapshot
3 roadside inspections over the last 24 months, up 50% versus the prior 24 months, concentrated in ND (2) and TX (1), with Level 2 inspections the most common.
33.3% out-of-service rate; led by Unsafe Driving (71.4% of violations); top code 392.2 (Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued) cited 5 times.
The fleet comprises 1 power unit (small fleet) and 1 driver; Peterbilt, Dragon, and Pola are the most-inspected makes.
Compliance
Risk Signals
Out-of-Service rate vs same-size peers FMCSA roadside inspections, % placed out-of-service
Compared against 246,676 ACTIVE carriers operating 1–2 power units (±50% of this carrier's 1 unit fleet).
Authority gap detected (1)
- Contract (Property) authority was inactive from Jul 11, 2014 to Aug 14, 2019 (1860 days)
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Dakota (ND) | 2 | 1 | 50.0% | Sep 18, 2025 |
| Texas (TX) | 1 | 0 | 0.0% | May 23, 2024 |
Vehicle Fleet Top makes and models observed in roadside inspections
SMS BASIC Scores FMCSA Safety Measurement System per-BASIC scores
SMS data not available
FMCSA's Safety Measurement System has not published per-BASIC scores for this carrier yet. This typically means the carrier doesn't meet minimum exposure thresholds (inspections/power units), or their SMS snapshot hasn't been ingested.
Recent Inspections (5 rows) View all 5 →
| Inspection # | Date ▼ | State | Level | Station | Vehicle | Violations | Top Codes | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 85830550 | Sep 18, 2025 | ND | 2 | MINOT ND |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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2 | 393.75A3-TAOL, 393.55E-B | Yes |
| 85540940 | Aug 19, 2025 | ND | 2 | BERTHOLD ND |
PETERBILT TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
| 81729328 | May 23, 2024 | TX | 3 | — |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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5 | 392.2 | No |
| 80618310 | Jan 13, 2024 | WY | 2 | — |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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13 | 393.9(a), 393.45, 395.8 | Yes |
| 79898867 | Oct 12, 2023 | CO | 2 | co-us85/co224 |
PTRB TRUCK TRACTOR
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0 | — | No |
Recent Crashes (1 row)
| Report # | Date ▼ | State | Fatalities | Injuries | Tow | Hazmat | Severity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WY0202306020 | Apr 30, 2023 | WY | 0 | 0 | Yes | Yes | Tow |
Authority Records (1 docket)
Revocations & Inactive Status
Authority actions other than active status — revocations, voluntary surrenders, and dormant dockets.
| Date | Docket | Authority | Status | Applied |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 11, 2014 | MC828609 | Contract | REVOKED | Jul 11, 2014 |
MC Certificate Documents (3 PDFs)
Operating-authority certificates and decision notices filed with FMCSA. Each PDF is the original 2-page daily record. Click a row to view or download.
| Date | Docket | Action | Authority | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 14, 2019 | MC828609-P | REI | REINSTATEMENT | View PDF → |
| Jul 11, 2014 | MC828609-P | VOL | REVOCATION | View PDF → |
| Jun 13, 2013 | MC828609-P | CPL | REVOCATION | View PDF → |
Insurance Coverage Timeline (2 rows)
Every insurance policy on file, newest effective date first. Amber rows mark BIPD/Primary coverage gaps.
| Insurer | Policy # | Type | Effective | Cancel | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP47365N | 91X | Aug 1, 2019 | On file | ACTIVE |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP04821A | BIPD/Primary | Jun 5, 2013 | Jul 28, 2014 | CANCELLED |
Compliance Timeline Merged authority / insurance / enforcement events
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Aug 14, 2019
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Jul 28, 2014insuranceCANCEL — GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
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Jul 11, 2014
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Jul 11, 2014authority gapContract (Property) authority inactive: 1860 days (through Aug 14, 2019)
Top Stations & Violation Codes Where this carrier gets inspected and what they get cited for
Most-Inspected Stations
| Station | State | Inspections | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|
| BERTHOLD ND | ND | 1 | 0 |
| MINOT ND | ND | 1 | 1 |
Top Violation Codes Cited
| Code | Description | Category | Cited | OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | Unsafe Driving | 5 | 0 |
| 393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | Vehicle Maintenance | 4 | 4 |
| 393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 1 |
| 395.8 | Record of Duty Status violation (general/form and manner) | Hours of Service | 2 | 0 |
| 396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | 0 |
| 393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 393.78 | Windshield condition defective | Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | 0 |
| 395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | Hours of Service | 1 | 0 |
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Docket MC828609
Contract · REVOKED · MC
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GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO.
91X policy on file
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1 reportable crash
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How to verify DAKOTA THUNDER INC
- Verify USDOT and MC numbers match the carrier's documents. Compare the USDOT number and MC docket on this page to the numbers on the carrier's invoice, rate confirmation, or load-board listing. A mismatch between the carrier's claimed numbers and the registered legal name is the single most common red flag.
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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.
- Examine inspection and crash history. Open the Inspection History and Crash History subpages for the full record. Look for patterns: repeat OOS findings on the same unit, multiple crashes in a short window, or violations clustered in one BASIC category.
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