SAUER TRANSPORT INC
USDOT 643288 • 3403 ARTHUR ST, CALDWELL, ID, 83605
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP98885A | ON FILE | May 1, 2023 | Jul 2, 2024 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | TN619987 | ON FILE | Nov 6, 2009 | Jun 3, 2011 |
Insurance History (19 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | MCP98885A | REPLACED | May 1, 2023 | May 28, 2024 |
| HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | BUI-009084 | CANCELLED | May 1, 2019 | May 1, 2023 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WF003702 | REPLACED | Nov 16, 2015 | May 1, 2019 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WF003702 | REPLACED | May 1, 2015 | Nov 16, 2015 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WF003702 | NAME CHANGED | May 1, 2015 | Dec 21, 2015 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LTO0011175 | REPLACED | May 1, 2013 | May 1, 2015 |
| MAXUM CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRK-6015787-01 | REPLACED | May 1, 2011 | May 1, 2013 |
| MAXUM CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRK-6015538-01 | REPLACED | May 1, 2011 | May 1, 2011 |
| MAXUM CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TRK-6015787-01 | CANCELLED | May 1, 2011 | May 18, 2013 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN619987 | CANCELLED | Nov 4, 2009 | Jun 3, 2011 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN619987 | REPLACED | Nov 4, 2009 | May 1, 2011 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN619987 | CANCELLED | May 1, 2009 | Nov 4, 2009 |
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | CT776921-8007-071 | CANCELLED | May 1, 2007 | May 1, 2009 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP21322A | CANCELLED | May 1, 2004 | May 1, 2007 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN291775 | REPLACED | May 1, 2000 | May 1, 2004 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 9TD35 | CANCELLED | May 1, 1997 | May 3, 2000 |
| CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | 9TD35 | CANCELLED | May 1, 1997 | May 3, 2000 |
| REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | RTP202529 | REPLACED | Jun 24, 1996 | May 1, 1997 |
| REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | RTP202529 | CANCELLED | Jun 24, 1996 | Jun 3, 1997 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP98885A | BIPD/Primary | Jul 2, 2024 | Jul 2, 2024 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | MCP98885A | BIPD/Primary | May 28, 2024 | May 28, 2024 |
| CANCEL | HUDSON INSURANCE COMPANY | BUI-009084 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2023 | May 1, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF003702 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2019 | May 1, 2019 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF003702 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 21, 2015 | Dec 21, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF003702 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 16, 2015 | Nov 16, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LTO0011175 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2015 | May 1, 2015 |
| TERM/CANCL | MAXUM CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK-6015787-01 | BIPD/Primary | May 18, 2013 | May 18, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | MAXUM CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK-6015787-01 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2013 | May 1, 2013 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN619987 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 3, 2011 | Jun 3, 2011 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN619987 | CARGO | Jun 3, 2011 | Jun 3, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | MAXUM CASUALTY INSURANCE COMPANY | TRK-6015538-01 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2011 | May 1, 2011 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN619987 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2011 | May 1, 2011 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN619987 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 4, 2009 | Nov 4, 2009 |
| CANCEL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | CT776921-8007-071 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2009 | May 1, 2009 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP21322A | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2007 | May 1, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN291775 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 2004 | May 1, 2004 |
| CANCEL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | 9TD35 | CARGO | May 3, 2000 | May 3, 2000 |
| CANCEL | CONTINENTAL WESTERN INSURANCE CO. | 9TD35 | BIPD/Primary | May 3, 2000 | May 3, 2000 |
| TERM/CANCL | REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | RTP202529 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 3, 1997 | Jun 3, 1997 |
| TERM/REPL | REDLAND INSURANCE CO. | RTP202529 | BIPD/Primary | May 1, 1997 | May 1, 1997 |
Authority Action History (11 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC305656 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 4, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 14, 2023 |
| MC305656 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 4, 2023 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 14, 2023 |
| MC305656 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 18, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 17, 2015 |
| MC305656 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Nov 18, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Nov 17, 2015 |
| MC305656 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 22, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 1, 2013 |
| MC305656 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 22, 2013 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 1, 2013 |
| MC305656 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Nov 27, 2009 | — | Unknown |
| MC305656 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Oct 8, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Oct 19, 2009 |
| MC305656 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 6, 2009 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 1, 2009 |
| MC305656 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Apr 4, 2007 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Apr 26, 2007 |
| MC305656 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jul 23, 1996 | — | 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
28 states • 222 inspections
Violation Summary (114 violations from latest 100 of 222 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 11 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 9 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47E | Slack adjuster defective | 7 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 6 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 5 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B-B | Steering system components worn | 3 | 0 | 7 | 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 | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A2-HOSPRNP | Driving beyond 14 hour duty period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLED | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45C-BSG | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSLIWR | Inoperable required lamps | 2 | 2 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45D-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-BALAC | Brake - Audible air leak from a brake chamber | 2 | 0 | — | 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E1PC | HOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLFC | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSWZ | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55C1-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.201A-FRWC | Frame - cracked/loose/broken | 1 | 1 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.75A1-TEPBM | Tires - All others - Exposed ply or belt material in tread or sidewall area | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS4 | Speeding 15+ mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 10 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.23-LEU | Lighting - All electrical systems on towed vehicle(s) inoperative due to no electrical connection (e.g. unplugged or loose pigtail) | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLUP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E1-HOSPVID | HOS (Passenger) - No driver may make a false report in connection with a duty status. Explain | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.205C-WRAWFLMIB | Wheel/Rim - Any wheel fasteners loose/missing/ineffective/broken. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.65C-FIS | Tires - flat/audibly leaking | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-AASGMD-L6 | Any of the slider-guide/hold-down brackets are missing or disengaged. | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSIV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.3A3-PROPN | Driving beyond 11 hour driving limit in a 14 hour period. (Property carrying vehicle) - Nominal Violation | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.47D1-BRMMCAD-SA | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.47D2-BRMMCAD | Brake actuators/chambers defective | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:383.71H | License (CDL) - CDL or CLP holder possesses a valid medical certificate but is not on file with the issuing state driver's licensing agency as required | 1 | 0 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.55C1 | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203E-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab front bumper missing/not secured/protruding | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-STPAW | Steering - Pitman arm repair welded | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-F | Fuel - Dripping leak. | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.203C-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Hood not securely fastened | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.9A2-C | Cargo - Vehicle components or dunnage not secured | 1 | 1 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLML | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.80A | Exhaust system defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3A1-STLC | Steering - Loose clamp or clamp bolt on tie rod or drag link | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LIL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LSML | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LCL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.32B | ELD - driver tamper/disable | 1 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.8E1PC-OOS | HOS - False record of duty status that concealed an HOS limitation violation after the last rest period. Driver improperly used Personal Conveyance | 1 | 1 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.205A-WRLR | Wheel/rim defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3A3II | Driving beyond 8 hour driving limit since the end of the last on duty off duty or sleeper period of at least 30 minutes | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLLR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-BHTD | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.53B | 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 (222 inspections)
Showing 50 of 222
Inspection analytics
Monthly cadence, frequent stations, and violation mix
Inspections per month (24 mo)
Most frequent inspection stations
Violations by BASIC category
Recent Crashes
23 crash records from FMCSA Crash File
Crash History (23 records)
| Date | State | Severity | Fatalities | Injuries | City | Location | VIN | Carrier Name at Crash |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nov 25, 2025 | ID | INJURY | 0 | 2 | EAGLE | SH 16 | ...391904 | SAUER TRANSPORT INC |
| Mar 28, 2025 | WA | TOW | 0 | 0 | SNOQUALMIE | SR-18*026.00 | ...884548 | SAUER TRANSPORT INC |
| Feb 15, 2025 | WA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | ELLENSBURG | I-82*018.20 | ...UW0813 | SAUER TRANSPORT INC |
| Feb 11, 2025 | WV | INJURY | 0 | 1 | PRINCETON | I-77 MP 8 | ...481129 | SAUER TRANSPORT INC |
| Nov 9, 2024 | ID | TOW | 0 | 0 | CALDWELL | LINDEN ST | ...074565 | SAUER TRANSPORT INC |
| Jan 17, 2024 | ID | INJURY | 0 | 1 | JEROME | I 84 | ...107002 | SAUER TRANSPORT INC |
| Oct 24, 2023 | WA | TOW | 0 | 0 | KENNEWICK | S PLYMOUTH RD/TYRELL RD | ...779216 | SAUER TRANSPORT INC |
| May 12, 2023 | UT | TOW | 0 | 0 | Murray | I-215, at -100 FT W OF 500 W | ...323888 | SAUER TRANSPORT INC |
| Mar 14, 2023 | OH | TOW | 0 | 0 | LAKE (TOWNSHIP OF) | BAKER RD | ...8G4190 | SAUER TRANSPORT INC |
| Sep 8, 2022 | WA | TOW | 0 | 0 | SNOQUALMIE | SR-18*027.88 | ...153716 | SAUER TRANSPORT INC |
| Aug 17, 2022 | NE | INJURY | 0 | 2 | — | I- 80 | ...540130 | SAUER TRANSPORT INC |
| Mar 14, 2022 | ID | INJURY | 0 | 1 | BOISE | I 84 | ...576730 | SAUER TRANSPORT INC |
| Jan 3, 2022 | ID | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CALDWELL | MIDDLETON | ...NE5616 | SAUER TRANSPORT INC |
| Dec 24, 2021 | NC | INJURY | 0 | 3 | MONROE | 74 | ...MT7074 | SAUER TRANSPORT INC |
| Jun 14, 2021 | OR | TOW | 0 | 0 | 9.68 E PENDLETON | I-84 1.08 W EMIGRANT HILL REST AREA ON RAMP | ...MJ0843 | SAUER TRANSPORT INC |
| Dec 2, 2020 | WA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 27, 2019 | UT | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 26, 2018 | UT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 19, 2018 | UT | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 12, 2018 | ID | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 11, 2018 | WA | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 21, 2012 | OR | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 13, 2012 | CA | INJURY | 0 | 3 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
46 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 46 events