JOE RUD TRUCKING INC
USDOT 874452 • 523 WEST ENTERPRISE DRIVE, CALEDONIA, MN, 55921
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CANAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 168753001 | ON FILE | Jun 1, 2020 | Jun 1, 2024 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | SURETY | SIC16049A | ON FILE | Oct 1, 2013 | Jun 26, 2015 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP07621B | ON FILE | Aug 3, 2006 | Jun 1, 2015 |
Insurance History (13 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AMERICAN HALLMARK INSURANCE COMPANY OF TEXAS | BIPD/Primary | C22900001 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2019 | Jun 1, 2020 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WF006386 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2017 | Jun 1, 2019 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LFO0002236 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2016 | Jun 28, 2017 |
| NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LFO0002236 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2016 | Jun 1, 2017 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WF003368 | CANCELLED | Jun 1, 2015 | Jun 22, 2016 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WF003368 | REPLACED | Jun 1, 2015 | Jun 1, 2016 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP07621A | CANCELLED | Aug 3, 2006 | Jun 1, 2015 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP07621B | REPLACED | May 26, 2004 | Aug 3, 2006 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | SURETY | SIC16049A | REPLACED | Sep 5, 2002 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP07621A | REPLACED | May 24, 2002 | Aug 3, 2006 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN285521 | REPLACED | Jun 16, 2000 | May 24, 2002 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN285521 | REPLACED | May 26, 2000 | Jun 16, 2000 |
| NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | TN285521 | NAME CHANGED | May 26, 2000 | Jul 21, 2000 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | CANAL INSURANCE CO. | 168753001 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2024 | Jun 1, 2024 |
| CANCEL | AMERICAN HALLMARK INSURANCE COMPANY OF TEXAS | C22900001 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2020 | Jun 1, 2020 |
| CANCEL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF006386 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2019 | Jun 1, 2019 |
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LFO0002236 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 28, 2017 | Jun 28, 2017 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL CASUALTY COMPANY | LFO0002236 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2017 | Jun 1, 2017 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF003368 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 22, 2016 | Jun 22, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | WF003368 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2016 | Jun 1, 2016 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | SIC16049A | SURETY | Jun 26, 2015 | Jun 26, 2015 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP07621A | BIPD/Primary | Jun 1, 2015 | Jun 1, 2015 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP07621B | CARGO | Jun 1, 2015 | Jun 1, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | SIC16049A | SURETY | Oct 1, 2013 | Oct 1, 2013 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP07621B | CARGO | Aug 3, 2006 | Aug 3, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP07621A | BIPD/Primary | Aug 3, 2006 | Aug 3, 2006 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN285521 | BIPD/Primary | May 24, 2002 | May 24, 2002 |
| TERM/CANCL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN285521 | BIPD/Primary | Jul 21, 2000 | Jul 21, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | NORTHLAND INSURANCE COMPANY | TN285521 | BIPD/Primary | Jun 16, 2000 | Jun 16, 2000 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROKER | MC-382919 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (9 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC382919 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 5, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 26, 2020 |
| MC382919 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 5, 2020 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 26, 2020 |
| MC382919 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 6, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 3, 2019 |
| MC382919 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 6, 2019 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | Jun 3, 2019 |
| MC382919 | CONTRACT | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 5, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 29, 2015 |
| MC382919 | COMMON | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | May 5, 2015 | DISCONTINUED REVOCATION | May 29, 2015 |
| MC382919 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 14, 2004 | — | Unknown |
| MC382919 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Sep 27, 2002 | REVOKED | Jul 6, 2015 |
| MC382919 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Jun 2, 2000 | — | 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
25 states • 105 inspections
Violation Summary (128 violations from latest 100 of 105 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 17 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.8E1PC | HOS - False record of duty status driver improper use of Personal Conveyance - Not OOS | 6 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55E-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 4 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9(a) | Inoperable required lamps | 4 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30(b)(1) | Driver failed to certify the accuracy of the information gathered by the ELD | 4 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 3 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| 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 | 3 | 3 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.22(h)(4) | Driver failed to maintain supply of blank drivers records of duty status graph-grids | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.47(e) | Slack adjuster defective | 3 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.3(a)(1) | Inspection/repair/maintenance - general | 3 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8E-HOSPD | False record of duty status | 2 | 0 | 10 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2RG | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:396.17C-PI | No proof of periodic inspection | 2 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT2/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 2 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:391.41A-MCPC | Physical qualification - general | 2 | 0 | 7 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:393.45(d) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.60(c) | Glazing/window obstructions | 2 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45(b)(2) | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(e) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 2 | 0 | 8 | 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48(a) | Inoperative/defective brakes | 2 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(a)(3) | Tire-flat and/or audible air leak | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWG3 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLCP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.16-D | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2T | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIRP | 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:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLIFTA | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB1-MC | 390.21TB1-MC | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:393.205A-WRTC | Wheel/rim defective | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLSR | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSI | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 1 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55C2-B | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.48A-BIBD | Inoperative/defective brakes | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LBL | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9A-LTSIR | Inoperable required lamps | 1 | 0 | 3 | 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:393.11A1-CSLRR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.43A-TPV | Brake - relay emergency valve | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:390.21TB | 390.21TB | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:392.2MI | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24D | ELD cannot transfer ELD records electronically | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.60C | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24C2III | Driver failed to manually add shipping document number | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS1 | Speeding 1-5 mph over limit | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45UV | 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:393.209(e) | Power steering violations | 1 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.55(c)(2) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.8(e)(1) | 395.8(e)(1) | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.71(a) | Using or equipping a CMV with radar detector | 1 | 0 | — | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.22(g) | Portable ELD not mounted in a fixed position and visible to driver | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-LBL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B-HWSL | Fuel system leak | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75C-TAOTD-LT1/32 | Tire tread depth insufficient (other axles) | 1 | 1 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:390.21T(b) | 390.21T(b) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:396.17(c) | No proof of periodic inspection | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5(b) | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.78 | Windshield condition defective | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:387.301(a) | 387.301(a) | 1 | 0 | — | General/Admin |
| FMCSR:383.23A2-LCDLN | License (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | 1 | 1 | — | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:395.8(a) | Failing to keep RODS | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.60(d) | Glazing/window obstructions | 1 | 0 | 4 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:395.3A1-HOSPD | HOS (Property) - Driving more than 11 hours following 10 consecutive hours off duty during the current 8 consecutive day period. Date and Time | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:393.55(a) | Coupling device/towing methods defective | 1 | 0 | 8 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.95(a) | Emergency equipment - fire extinguisher missing/defective | 1 | 0 | 5 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.75(b) | Tire tread depth insufficient (steer) | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.3(a)(2) | Driving beyond 11-hour driving limit | 1 | 0 | 7 | Hours Of Service |
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 (105 inspections)
Showing 50 of 105
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan 8, 2026 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | No city county crash | IA 187 N | ...275944 | JOE RUD TRUCKING INC |
| Jan 10, 2025 | SD | TOW | 0 | 0 | RAPID CITY | US HWY 16 WB | ...348205 | JOE RUD TRUCKING INC |
| Sep 7, 2024 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | OGDEN TWP | I-74 | ...800561 | JOE RUD TRUCKING INC |
| Jun 17, 2024 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | HAMPTON | Rochester Blvd | ...039113 | JOE RUD TRUCKING INC |
| Oct 19, 2023 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | NON-CITY OR UNINCORPORATE | IS 49 | ...626862 | JOE RUD TRUCKING INC |
| Oct 5, 2023 | WY | TOW | 0 | 0 | DOUGLAS | I-25 MP 166.90 | ...465705 | JOE RUD TRUCKING INC |
| Jan 17, 2022 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | LEDGEVIEW | IH 043 SB | ...465705 | JOE RUD TRUCKING INC |
| Oct 28, 2021 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 2 | HOLMEN | STH 035 NB | ...652705 | JOE RUD TRUCKING INC |
| Jun 30, 2021 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | WEST SALEM | CITY LOOP DR | ...174179 | JOE RUD TRUCKING INC |
| Jun 26, 2021 | NM | TOW | 0 | 0 | CLINES CORNERS | INTERSTATE 40, MM 222 | ...322142 | JOE RUD TRUCKING INC |
| Apr 27, 2021 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | GODDARD | U054 | ...GR9913 | JOE RUD TRUCKING INC |
| Apr 9, 2020 | IA | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Nov 20, 2019 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 29, 2019 | WY | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 6, 2019 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Dec 28, 2018 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 29, 2018 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 15, 2018 | AZ | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 6, 2018 | TX | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 26, 2018 | WV | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 24, 2018 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 8, 2018 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 22, 2018 | MN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 27, 2017 | KS | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 24, 2016 | CO | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Enforcement Actions
1 closed case — FMCSA civil penalties
1 Enforcement Case
| Case Number | Closed Date | Violation Code(s) | Settlement | Subject Type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MN-2022-0035-MN0662 | Mar 16, 2022 | 382.303(a); 382.303(b) | $13,260 | Carrier |
Compliance Timeline
45 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 45 events