BERNER TRUCKING INC
USDOT 268464 • 5885 CROWN ROAD N W, DOVER, OH, 44622
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-179637 | ACTIVE | Unknown | Jun 2, 2014 |
Active Insurance (1)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 664819001 | ON FILE | Jun 1, 2023 | Jun 1, 2024 |
Insurance History (23 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 213012001 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2019 | Jun 1, 2023 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA07700605 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2018 | Jun 1, 2019 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA07700604 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2017 | Jun 1, 2018 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA07700603 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2016 | Jun 1, 2017 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA07700602 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2015 | Jun 1, 2016 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA07700601 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2014 | Jun 1, 2014 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | PIA07700601 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2014 | Jun 1, 2015 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 360935 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2013 | Jun 1, 2014 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 359370 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2012 | Jun 1, 2013 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CGT356425 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2011 | Jun 1, 2012 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 355359 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2010 | Jun 1, 2011 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 353326 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2009 | Jun 1, 2010 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 350867 | CANCELLED | Nov 4, 2008 | Jun 1, 2009 |
| CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 350867 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2008 | Nov 4, 2008 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTO0115957 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2007 | Jun 1, 2008 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTO0107302 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2006 | Jun 1, 2007 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CTO0094561 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2005 | Jun 1, 2006 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 448283 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2004 | Jun 1, 2005 |
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 396815 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2003 | Jun 1, 2004 |
| AMERICAN HOME ASSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA 720 33 94 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2002 | Jun 1, 2003 |
| AMERICAN HOME ASSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CA 720 33 94 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2002 | Jun 23, 2003 |
| THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | CPP 063 09 92 | REPLACED | Jan 17, 2001 | Jun 1, 2002 |
| NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | BIPD/Primary | CA 542-3721 RA | REPLACED | Jun 1, 1993 | Jan 17, 2001 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 664819001 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2024 | Jun 1, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 213012001 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2023 | Jun 1, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07700605 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2019 | Jun 1, 2019 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07700604 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2018 | Jun 1, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07700603 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2017 | Jun 1, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07700602 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2016 | Jun 1, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07700601 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2015 | Jun 1, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | PIA07700601 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2014 | Jun 1, 2014 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 360935 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2014 | Jun 1, 2014 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 359370 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2013 | Jun 1, 2013 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | CGT356425 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2012 | Jun 1, 2012 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 355359 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2011 | Jun 1, 2011 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 353326 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2010 | Jun 1, 2010 |
| CANCEL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 350867 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2009 | Jun 1, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | CAROLINA CASUALTY INSURANCE CO. | 350867 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 4, 2008 | Nov 4, 2008 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CTO0115957 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2008 | Jun 1, 2008 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CTO0107302 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2007 | Jun 1, 2007 |
| CANCEL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | CTO0094561 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2006 | Jun 1, 2006 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 448283 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2005 | Jun 1, 2005 |
| CANCEL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 396815 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2004 | Jun 1, 2004 |
| TERM/CANCL | AMERICAN HOME ASSURANCE CO. | CA 720 33 94 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 23, 2003 | Jun 23, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | AMERICAN HOME ASSURANCE CO. | CA 720 33 94 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2003 | Jun 1, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. | CPP 063 09 92 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2002 | Jun 1, 2002 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL UNION FIRE INS. CO. OF PITSBGH. PA | CA 542-3721 RA | BIPD/Primary | Jan 17, 2001 | Jan 17, 2001 |
Authority Action History (14 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC179637 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 5, 2014 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 2, 2014 |
| MC179637 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 6, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 31, 2013 |
| MC179637 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 7, 2012 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 31, 2012 |
| MC179637 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 5, 2011 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 27, 2011 |
| MC179637 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 5, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 28, 2010 |
| MC179637 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 5, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 27, 2009 |
| MC179637 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 5, 2008 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 29, 2008 |
| MC179637 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 7, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 1, 2007 |
| MC179637 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 5, 2006 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 2, 2006 |
| MC179637 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 5, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 1, 2005 |
| MC179637 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 5, 2004 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 2, 2004 |
| MC179637 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jun 3, 1991 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC179637 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Jan 25, 1991 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Unknown |
| MC179637 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Apr 5, 1985 | — | 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
12 states • 168 inspections
Violation Summary (120 violations from latest 100 of 168 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 7 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 5 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 4 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 4 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 7 | 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 | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LIL | Inoperable required lamps | 3 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-BAAL | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 2 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207F-SDAS | Suspension - Deflated air suspension | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LLPL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11B-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45A-BHTIJ | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47D2-BRMMCAD | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | 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:395.22G-ELDMFV | HOS (ELD) - A portable ELD is not mounted in a fixed position and visible to the driver when seated in the normal driving position. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:171.2E-HMGRMC | HM (General Requirements) - Accepting a hazardous material for transportation which is not properly classed described packaged marked labeled and in conditio | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials Compliance |
| FMCSR:172.202A5-HMSPS | Hazmat description incomplete | 1 | 0 | 5 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:172.302A-HMM | HM (Markings) - Failing to mark a bulk HM package with ID numbers as required. | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:107.620B-HMAMC | 107.620B-HMAMC | 1 | 0 | — | Unknown |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLMF | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75B-TFV | Tire tread depth insufficient (steer) | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.134B-CRHLC | Cargo securement - large boulders | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.207A-STCB | Suspension defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.207A-SAPPAS | Suspension defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LFTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:172.334B-HMM | HM (Markings) - Improper display of ID number on package/container/transport vehicle | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.8-D | Driver - Failed to inspect /use emergency equipment | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:172.600C1-HMER | Emergency response information not available | 1 | 0 | 6 | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:172.516C6-HMPMC | HM (Placarding) - Failure to maintain placard(s) in a condition so that the format legibility color and visibility of the placard will not be substantially red | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials |
| FMCSR:393.100B-C | Cargo securement - aggregate working load | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B2-ELDDFC24 | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to certify the record immediately after the final required entry has been made or corrected for the 24 hour period. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.20BELDNV | Short-haul operations - timecard not maintained | 1 | 0 | 3 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-OAL | Other - Any air leak not attributed to the brake or suspension system. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a) | Tires/tubes - general defects | 1 | 1 | 6 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:171.2(f) | Transporting Hazardous Materials not in accordance with this part | 1 | 0 | — | Hazardous Materials Compliance |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(2) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 1 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.83(g) | Exhaust - Discharging at a point forward or directly below the driver or sleeper compartment | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | 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 (168 inspections)
Showing 50 of 168
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 27, 2026 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | MIFFLIN (TOWNSHIP OF) | US 30 | ...KA4659 | BERNER TRUCKING INC |
| Jan 6, 2026 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | SUGARCREEK | MILL ST | ...KJ4299 | BERNER TRUCKING INC |
| Nov 24, 2025 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 4 | MIFFLIN (TOWNSHIP OF) | US 30 | ...UF7070 | BERNER TRUCKING INC |
| Feb 16, 2025 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | PAINT (TOWNSHIP OF) | US 0250 | ...BY7019 | BERNER TRUCKING INC |
| Sep 30, 2024 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | PINE TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 0080 E | ...HX9095 | BERNER TRUCKING INC |
| Sep 2, 2024 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | HYDE PARK TWP | I-94 S/B | ...GE5239 | BERNER TRUCKING INC |
| Sep 21, 2023 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | PERRY (TOWNSHIP OF) | US 250 | ...065467 | BERNER TRUCKING INC |
| Aug 15, 2023 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | BETHLEHEM (TOWNSHIP OF) | US 36 | ...KJ4299 | BERNER TRUCKING INC |
| Apr 28, 2023 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 4 | ERIE TWP | I 75 | ...GE5233 | BERNER TRUCKING INC |
| Mar 14, 2023 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | WINSTON-SALEM | 52 | ...KP7775 | BERNER TRUCKING INC |
| Dec 27, 2021 | VA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | 1800 | ...JG1039 | BERNER TRUCKING INC |
| May 19, 2021 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | TOLEDO | DEARBORN AV | ...GE5235 | BERNER TRUCKING INC |
| Dec 18, 2020 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 16, 2020 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 10, 2019 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 31, 2019 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 10, 2018 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 31, 2018 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 21, 2018 | PA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 24, 2017 | MI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 11, 2017 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 9, 2017 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 9, 2017 | SC | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 23, 2017 | MI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 9, 2017 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
50 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 50 events