PIONEER TRANSPORTATION LTD
USDOT 93919 • N2130 HWY 17, MERRILL, WI, 54452
Overview
Company profile from FMCSA Census File
Risk Signals2 flagged
Signals are auto-detected from FMCSA public records. This is not a regulatory determination.
Authority & Insurance
Operating authority, insurance filings, and BOC-3 status
Operating Authority
Active Insurance (3)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| BERKLEY CASUALTY COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | 6517844 | ON FILE | Nov 1, 2023 | Nov 1, 2025 |
| WAUSAU UNDERWRITERS INSURANCE COMPANY | CARGO | YMJ-Z41-437881-04 | ON FILE | Nov 1, 2009 | Dec 27, 2012 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | SURETY | SIC15399A | ON FILE | Aug 21, 1996 | Nov 5, 2003 |
Insurance History (19 canceled/expired)
| Insurer | Type | Policy # | Status | Effective | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | A0012300001 | REPLACED | Nov 1, 2020 | Nov 1, 2023 |
| WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | 0110513564 | REPLACED | Nov 1, 2016 | Nov 1, 2020 |
| WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | WMC1415524 | REPLACED | Nov 1, 2015 | Nov 1, 2016 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AI2-Z41-437881-03 | REPLACED | Nov 1, 2013 | Nov 1, 2015 |
| LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | BIPD/Primary | AT214143788103 | REPLACED | Nov 1, 2007 | Nov 1, 2013 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | CARGO | CBN00091 | REPLACED | Nov 1, 2007 | Nov 1, 2009 |
| NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | CARGO | CBN00091 | CANCELLED | Nov 1, 2007 | Nov 27, 2009 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | GWP25561A | REPLACED | Nov 1, 2004 | Nov 1, 2007 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | GWP25561A | REPLACED | Nov 1, 2004 | Nov 1, 2007 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LNT100133 | REPLACED | Nov 1, 2003 | Nov 1, 2004 |
| LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | BIPD/Primary | LNT100133 | CANCELLED | Nov 1, 2003 | Dec 3, 2004 |
| ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | CARGO | IM06303907 | REPLACED | Nov 1, 2003 | Nov 1, 2004 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP15558D | CANCELLED | Dec 5, 2000 | Dec 5, 2003 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | CLP15558D | CANCELLED | Dec 5, 2000 | Dec 5, 2003 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP15558D | REPLACED | Dec 5, 2000 | Nov 1, 2003 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | CLP15558D | REPLACED | Dec 5, 2000 | Nov 1, 2003 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP 15558D | CANCELLED | Nov 25, 1992 | Dec 5, 2000 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CARGO | CLP 155580 | REPLACED | Nov 25, 1992 | Dec 5, 2000 |
| GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | BIPD/Primary | CLP 155580 | REPLACED | Nov 25, 1992 | May 11, 2000 |
Insurance Events Timeline
| Event | Insurer | Policy # | Type | Event Date | Cancel Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| TERM/REPL | BERKLEY CASUALTY COMPANY | 6517844 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2025 | Nov 1, 2025 |
| TERM/REPL | SENTRY SELECT INSURANCE COMPANY | A0012300001 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2023 | Nov 1, 2023 |
| TERM/REPL | WEST BEND MUTUAL INSURANCE CO. | 0110513564 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2020 | Nov 1, 2020 |
| TERM/REPL | WESCO INSURANCE COMPANY | WMC1415524 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2016 | Nov 1, 2016 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AI2-Z41-437881-03 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2015 | Nov 1, 2015 |
| TERM/REPL | LIBERTY MUTUAL FIRE INSURANCE CO. | AT214143788103 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2013 | Nov 1, 2013 |
| CANCEL | WAUSAU UNDERWRITERS INSURANCE COMPANY | YMJ-Z41-437881-04 | CARGO | Dec 27, 2012 | Dec 27, 2012 |
| TERM/CANCL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | CBN00091 | CARGO | Nov 27, 2009 | Nov 27, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | NATIONAL LIABILITY & FIRE INS CO. | CBN00091 | CARGO | Nov 1, 2009 | Nov 1, 2009 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP25561A | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2007 | Nov 1, 2007 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | GWP25561A | CARGO | Nov 1, 2007 | Nov 1, 2007 |
| TERM/CANCL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LNT100133 | BIPD/Primary | Dec 3, 2004 | Dec 3, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | ST. PAUL FIRE & MARINE INSURANCE CO. | IM06303907 | CARGO | Nov 1, 2004 | Nov 1, 2004 |
| TERM/REPL | LINCOLN GENERAL INSURANCE COMPANY | LNT100133 | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2004 | Nov 1, 2004 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP15558D | CARGO | Dec 5, 2003 | Dec 5, 2003 |
| TERM/CANCL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP15558D | BIPD/Primary | Dec 5, 2003 | Dec 5, 2003 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | SIC15399A | SURETY | Nov 5, 2003 | Nov 5, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP15558D | BIPD/Primary | Nov 1, 2003 | Nov 1, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP15558D | CARGO | Nov 1, 2003 | Nov 1, 2003 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP 155580 | CARGO | Dec 5, 2000 | Dec 5, 2000 |
| CANCEL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP 15558D | BIPD/Primary | Dec 5, 2000 | Dec 5, 2000 |
| TERM/REPL | GREAT WEST CASUALTY CO. | CLP 155580 | BIPD/Primary | May 11, 2000 | May 11, 2000 |
Authority Revocations
| Authority | Docket | Reason | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| BROKER | MC-177264 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Unknown |
Authority Action History (5 events)
| Docket | Authority Type | Original Action | Served Date | Disposition | Decided Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| MC177264 | PROPERTY BROKER | GRANTED | Sep 19, 1996 | REVOKED | Jan 21, 2004 |
| MC177264 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Dec 9, 1992 | — | Unknown |
| MC177264 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Dec 9, 1992 | — | Unknown |
| MC177264 | MOTOR PROPERTY CONTRACT CARRIER | GRANTED | Dec 12, 1990 | TRANSFERRED | Dec 1, 1992 |
| MC177264 | MOTOR PROPERTY COMMON CARRIER | GRANTED | Jan 8, 1985 | TRANSFERRED | Dec 1, 1992 |
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
30 states • 166 inspections
Violation Summary (41 violations from latest 100 of 166 inspections)
| Code | Description | # Violations | # OOS | Severity Wt | BASIC |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA1 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 4 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24 | HOS (ELD) - ELD Form and Manner | 3 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS3 | Speeding 11-14 mph over limit | 3 | 0 | 7 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.45B2 | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 2 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.9 | Inoperable Required Lamp | 2 | 0 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLS2 | Speeding 6-10 mph over limit | 2 | 0 | 5 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.30B1-ELDDFR | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to review records and certify the accuracy of the information. | 2 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLTCD | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 2 | 0 | 8 | 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 | 2 | 2 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.16 | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:391.15A-LNCDLNSRW | Driving while disqualified | 1 | 0 | 10 | Driver Fitness |
| FMCSR:392.2LV | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.19 | Hazard warning signal inoperable | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2PC | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 1 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:396.5B | Fuel system leak | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLL | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.24D-ELDPT | HOS (ELD) - On request by an authorized safety official a driver must produce and transfer from an ELD the driver's hours of service records in accordance with t | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEQP | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.9TS | Inoperative turn signal | 1 | 1 | — | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.45B2-B-AIR | Brake tubing/hoses inadequate | 1 | 0 | 7 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:393.11A1-CSURR | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:392.2C | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:392.2-SLLEWA2 | Operating a CMV while ill or fatigued | 1 | 0 | 8 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:393.11TL | Lighting devices/reflectors | 1 | 0 | 3 | Vehicle Maintenance |
| FMCSR:395.24C2II-ELDTN | HOS (ELD) - Driver failing to manually input or verify CMV trailer number. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:392.16AD | Failing to use seat belt (49 CFR) | 1 | 0 | 3 | Unsafe Driving |
| FMCSR:395.26B | Motor carrier failed to ensure that the ELD automatically recorded the required data elements. | 1 | 0 | — | Hours Of Service |
| FMCSR:396.3A1 | Inspection repair and maintenance of parts and accessories | 1 | 0 | — | 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 (166 inspections)
Showing 50 of 166
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 15, 2025 | KY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | PADUCAH | I 0024 | ...618838 | PIONEER TRANSPORTATION LTD |
| Oct 6, 2025 | MO | INJURY | 0 | 1 | CLAYCOMO | IS 35 | ...132223 | PIONEER TRANSPORTATION LTD |
| Jul 20, 2025 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | HOLTON | STH 029 WB | ...618847 | PIONEER TRANSPORTATION LTD |
| Oct 2, 2024 | IL | FATAL | 1 | 0 | Hinsdale | MP I294 25.25 | ...779912 | PIONEER TRANSPORTATION LTD |
| Sep 12, 2024 | NC | TOW | 0 | 0 | MORGANTON | 40 | ...170914 | PIONEER TRANSPORTATION LTD |
| Jun 11, 2024 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 2 | KRONENWETTER | IH 039 NB | ...618835 | PIONEER TRANSPORTATION LTD |
| Jan 27, 2023 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | TURTLE | IH 039 NB | ...779914 | PIONEER TRANSPORTATION LTD |
| Apr 27, 2022 | KY | TOW | 0 | 0 | MOUNT VERNON | I 0075 | ...132223 | PIONEER TRANSPORTATION LTD |
| Apr 6, 2022 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | ELDORADO | IH 041 NB | ...618824 | PIONEER TRANSPORTATION LTD |
| Mar 14, 2022 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | SCOTT | CTH K NB | ...618831 | PIONEER TRANSPORTATION LTD |
| Apr 21, 2021 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 5 | POLK | IH 041 NB | ...111869 | PIONEER TRANSPORTATION LTD |
| Apr 21, 2021 | WI | FATAL | 1 | 7 | POLK | IH 041 NB | ...111869 | PIONEER TRANSPORTATION LTD |
| Feb 19, 2021 | NY | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | Ref Marker: | ...HM4656 | PIONEER TRANSPORTATION LTD |
| Nov 30, 2020 | OH | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Aug 10, 2020 | WI | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jun 5, 2019 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 19, 2019 | IN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 26, 2019 | TN | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Jan 8, 2019 | IL | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Oct 31, 2018 | IN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Jul 1, 2018 | WI | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Mar 1, 2018 | IL | FATAL | 1 | 2 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 8, 2018 | TN | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
| Feb 1, 2018 | AR | INJURY | 0 | 1 | — | — | — | — |
| Sep 11, 2017 | IL | TOW | 0 | 0 | — | — | — | — |
Compliance Timeline
50 events merged from authority, insurance, enforcement, OOS, crash, MCS-150, and safety rating records
Showing most recent 25 of 50 events