EARL L BONSACK INC
USDOT 46310 • 402 SKY HARBOUR DRIVE, LA CROSSE, WI, 54603
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (2)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 1000009623 | ON FILE | May 1, 2016 | Sep 17, 2018 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | YY2-Z41-001839-09 | ON FILE | May 1, 2010 | Jun 1, 2013 |
Insurance History (8 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0006928001 | REPLACED | May 1, 2013 | May 1, 2016 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | YY2-Z41-001839-09 | REPLACED | May 1, 2010 | May 1, 2010 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AT2-Z41-001839-01 | REPLACED | May 1, 2010 | May 1, 2013 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 05/01/2010 | REPLACED | May 1, 2010 | May 1, 2010 |
| ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 790-005-810 | CANCELLED | May 1, 2008 | May 29, 2010 |
| ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | 790-005-810 | REPLACED | May 1, 2008 | May 1, 2010 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AT2-741-001839-01 | REPLACED | May 1, 1993 | May 1, 2010 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | K01-741-001839-04 | REPLACED | Dec 1, 1990 | May 1, 2008 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 1000009623 | BIPD/Primary | Sep 17, 2018 | Sep 17, 2018 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0006928001 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2016 | May 1, 2016 |
| CANCEL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | YY2-Z41-001839-09 | CARGO | Jun 1, 2013 | Jun 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AT2-Z41-001839-01 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2013 | May 1, 2013 |
| TERM/CANCL | ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | 790-005-810 | CARGO | May 29, 2010 | May 29, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | ONEBEACON AMERICA INSURANCE COMPANY | 790-005-810 | CARGO | May 1, 2010 | May 1, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | 05/01/2010 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2010 | May 1, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AT2-741-001839-01 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2010 | May 1, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | YY2-Z41-001839-09 | CARGO | May 1, 2010 | May 1, 2010 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | K01-741-001839-04 | CARGO | May 1, 2008 | May 1, 2008 |
Authority Action History (15 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC124987 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 29, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 8, 2021 |
| MC124987 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 29, 2021 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 8, 2021 |
| MC124987 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 3, 2010 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 12, 2010 |
| MC124987 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 22, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 30, 2005 |
| MC124987 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 22, 2005 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 30, 2005 |
| MC124987 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Dec 8, 1987 | — | Unknown |
| MC124987 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 16, 1986 | — | Unknown |
| MC124987 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 15, 1982 | — | Unknown |
| MC124987 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Sep 16, 1982 | — | Unknown |
| MC124987 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | REJECTED | Jul 7, 1982 | — | Unknown |
| MC124987 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 14, 1982 | — | Unknown |
| MC124987 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Aug 14, 1981 | — | Unknown |
| MC124987 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Oct 20, 1980 | SUPERSEDED | Sep 16, 1982 |
| MC124987 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Sep 10, 1980 | — | Unknown |
| MC124987 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Aug 17, 1977 | — | 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
16 states • 87 inspections
Violation Summary (65 violations from 87 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 16 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 6 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 4 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 2 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24C1III | Driver failed to add file comment per safety officers request | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLILC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.86A1-RIG | Rear end protection (ICC bumper) missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A-FRMS | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LSLM | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LTSM | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLML | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.5B-L | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-F | Fuel - Dripping leak. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| 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:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LRLI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16(a) | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53(b) | Steering system components worn | 1 | 0 | 7 | 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 (87 inspections)
Showing 50 of 87
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 17, 2025 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BURKE | IH 039 NB | ...650740 | EARL L BONSACK INC |
| Jun 4, 2025 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 2 | MAUSTON | IH 090 EB | ...744231 | EARL L BONSACK INC |
| May 22, 2025 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | BURKE | IH 039 SB | ...720223 | EARL L BONSACK INC |
| May 1, 2025 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | LA CROSSE | SAINT CLOUD ST | ...635410 | EARL L BONSACK INC |
| Oct 6, 2024 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | MARSHALL TOWNSHIP | INTERSTATE 6000 E | ...686976 | EARL L BONSACK INC |
| Jun 23, 2023 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CHICAGO | S ASHLAND AVE | ...740557 | EARL L BONSACK INC |
| Apr 11, 2023 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | DAKOTA | ISTH 90 | ...650739 | EARL L BONSACK INC |
| Dec 7, 2022 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | ONALASKA | USH 053 SB | ...292115 | EARL L BONSACK INC |
| Aug 27, 2021 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | LA CROSSE | 2ND ST | ...740552 | EARL L BONSACK INC |
| Dec 16, 2020 | PA | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 15, 2020 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 24, 2020 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 14, 2020 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 19, 2019 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 17, 2019 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 23, 2019 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 19, 2019 | MN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 25, 2018 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 9, 2018 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 30, 2018 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 23, 2017 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 24, 2017 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Apr 5, 2017 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 26, 2017 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 5, 2016 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
37 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 37 events