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JIM PETERSON
DBA: Jim Peterson Trucking & Grain Company
Lewiston, MN
CarrierChk vetting signal
Review recommended
1 flag to review · 1 caution
FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 180289 · MC 256969
Active
Authority Active
Satisfactory
Active 11 yrs
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-256969 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
$750,000 BIPD
Safety
Satisfactory
3 inspections on record
Flags · 1
Fatal Crash on Record
1 fatality across 2 crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A reported crash is not a finding of fault.
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 11 yrs
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Satisfactory
- 3 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC256969
Common Carrier
Insurance on File
ACUITY, A MUTUAL INSURANCE COMPANY
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy CA-ZY6847
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
180289
MC Number
MC-256969
Operating Status
Active
Safety Rating
Satisfactory
Entity Type
Individual
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire, Private (property)
MCS-150 Filed
October 7, 2025
FMCSA Registration
June 1, 1974
Authority Granted
September 14, 2015
Annual Mileage
115,016 mi (2024)
Contact Information
Location
Lewiston, MN
Cargo Types
General FreightBuilding MaterialsGrain/FeedConstruction Materials
Safety & Performance
Inspections, violations and crash history
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
3
Driver Inspections
3
Vehicle Inspections
2
Total OOS Orders
0
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance6
Unsafe Driving1
Hours of Service0
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
2025
2023
Inspection Records (3)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 13, 2026 | 0287001584 | LEWISTON MN | I | 5 | — | — | Straight Truck |
INTERNATIONAL |
3HTDTAPT6LN858747 |
MN YCG5346 |
| 393.207F-SASMD | OOSSuspension - Air spring/bag is missing or is detached at the top or bottom. | Suspension | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45B2-B-AIR | Air Brake - Hose/tubing damaged or not secured | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWG2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on allowable gross weight | |||||||||
| February 25, 2025 | 0287000658 | EYOTA MN | I | 3 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT WILSON TRAILER CO. |
1XP5DB9X15D838574 4WW4432A3H7713103 |
MN PAV8322 MN 7168STU |
| 396.7A-UOC | OOSUnsafe Operations - Severe Post Crash Condition | Other Vehicle Defect | ||||||||
| 393.100B-C | OOSCargo - Cargo not secured to prevent leaking/spilling/blowing/falling from CMV | Improper Load Securement | ||||||||
| 393.203B-CBP | Cab and Body Parts - Cab/body mounts loose/broken/missing | Cab Body Frame | ||||||||
| November 10, 2023 | 1736006725 | VIROQUA (TOWN), WI | III | 1 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT WILSON TRAILER CO. |
1XP5DB9X15D838574 4WW4432A3H7713103 |
MN PAV8322 MN 7168STU |
| 392.2-SLLS2 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 2 | ||||||||
Violation Rate by Category
Share of roadside inspections in FMCSA's rolling 24-month window that found a violation in each category. The individual violations are listed under each inspection above. None of this is the basis of the safety rating, which comes from an on-site compliance review.
Vehicle Maintenance
1 of 2 inspections
Unsafe Driving
0 of 2 inspections
Hours of Service
0 of 2 inspections
Driver Fitness
0 of 2 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 2 inspections
Crash History (2)
Crashes reported to FMCSA in the last 24 months. A crash appearing here is a reported event, not a finding of fault.
2
Crashes
1
Fatalities
1
Injuries
2
Tow-aways
| Date | State | Fatal | Injured | Tow | Conditions |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 13, 2026 | MN | 1 | — | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
| February 24, 2025 | MN | — | 1 | Yes | No Adverse Conditions · Daylight · Dry |
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
MN2
Fleet & Equipment (3)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~2
of 6 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~1
seen at inspection
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2005 Peterbilt 379 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XP5DB9X15D838574 | 1 | — |
| 2020 International HX620 | Truck · Class 8 | 3HTDTAPT6LN858747 | 1 | — |
| 2017 Wilson Trailer Co. | Grain / Hopper · 43 ft | 4WW4432A3H7713103 | 1 | — |
A vehicle appearing here was recorded in an inspection — it is not proof the carrier still operates it today.
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| September 14, 2015 | GRANTED | Common Carrier |
| October 14, 1996 | DISMISSED | Contract Carrier |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| February 14, 2025 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
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Data sourced from FMCSA MCMIS via Socrata. Record last updated: September 11, 2026.
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