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STEVE'S WHOLESALE LLC
Sun Prairie, WI
CarrierChk vetting signal
No flags raised
Authority, insurance, safety rating and crash records checked
FMCSA status: Active & Authorized · DOT 464661 · MC 273619
Conditional
Active 15 yrs, 1 mo
Broker Vetting Summary
Key signals from current FMCSA records
Authority
Active
MC-273619 · Common carrier
Insurance
On File
Employers Mutual Casualty Co.
Safety
Conditional
20.0% OOS · 15 inspections on record
✓ No risk flags found on authority or insurance records
Vetting notes
- Operating authority active for 15 yrs, 1 mo
- Insurance on file: $750,000
- FMCSA safety rating: Conditional
- Vehicle out-of-service rate 0.0% — below the 20.7% national average
- 15 FMCSA inspections on record
Authority & Compliance
Authority, insurance and required filings
Operating Authority
MC273619
Contract Carrier
Insurance on File
EMPLOYERS MUTUAL CASUALTY CO.
BI&PD · $750,000 · Policy 6E63941
Required Filings
Liability (BIPD)
$750,000
Company Information
Registration, contact and cargo details
FMCSA Registration
DOT Number
464661
MC Number
MC-273619
Safety Rating
Conditional
Entity Type
Corporation
Operation Classification
Authorized for hire
MCS-150 Filed
April 2, 2026
FMCSA Registration
November 29, 1991
Authority Reinstated
August 4, 2011
Annual Mileage
424,029 mi (2025)
Contact Information
Address
109 S Thompson Rd, Sun Prairie, WI 53590
Phone
Email
Owner / Officer
Jason Knaus
Officer 2
Steve Knaus
Cargo Types
Refrigerated FoodBeveragesPaper ProductsMeat
Safety Snapshot
Out-of-service rates, violations and crashes
Safety & Inspection Summary
Total Inspections
15
Driver Inspections
11
Vehicle Inspections
6
Out-of-Service Violations
2
Violations by Category
Vehicle Maintenance18
Unsafe Driving8
Hours of Service1
OOS Rates vs. National Average
Driver OOS Rate14.3% · national avg 5.5%
⚠ Above national average (8.8pp higher)
Vehicle OOS Rate0.0% · national avg 20.7%
✓ Below national average
20.0% of 10 inspections in the last 24 months put a driver or vehicle out of service —
49th percentile among carriers with 10–24 inspections (lower is better).
CarrierChk calculation from FMCSA roadside inspection records, not an FMCSA score.
Inspection Trend by Year
2026
2025
2024
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 in Inspection Details below. None of this is the basis of the safety rating, which comes from an on-site compliance review.
Vehicle Maintenance
3 of 4 inspections
Unsafe Driving
6 of 10 inspections
Hours of Service
1 of 10 inspections
Driver Fitness
1 of 10 inspections
Controlled Substances
0 of 10 inspections
Fleet & Operating Areas
Observed roadside activity and equipment
Where This Carrier Operates
States where this carrier's roadside inspections were recorded
FewerMore
WI10
IN1
Fleet & Equipment (17)
Vehicles identified in this carrier's inspection history. Year, make, model and equipment type are decoded from the VIN.
Power units
~8
of 38 reported to FMCSA
Trailers
~9
seen at inspection
Equipment types observed
Dry Van
7
Tractor
7
Flatbed
1
Pickup
1
Semi-trailer
1
Units on record
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2012 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GRAA0626CW701840 | 2 | — |
| 2024 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X6RJ354276 | 2 | — |
| 2015 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD79XXFD259391 | 2 | — |
| 2022 Stoughton Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1DW1A5322NSA63248 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Ford F-450 | Pickup · Class 3 | 1FT8W4DT2REC40986 | 1 | 1 |
| 2023 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GR1A0622PW502015 | 1 | — |
| 2023 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 1GR1A0627PW502012 | 1 | 1 |
| 2004 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 96 ft | 1GRAA96244S700831 | 1 | — |
| 2004 Great Dane Trailers | Dry Van · 96 ft | 1GRAA96294S700842 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Kenworth T680 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XKYDP9X1RJ354282 | 1 | — |
Show all 17 units
| Vehicle | Type | VIN | Inspections | With OOS |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2015 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBD79XXFD259388 | 1 | — |
| 2017 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X3HD419310 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X4RD895793 | 1 | 1 |
| 2017 Peterbilt 579 | Tractor · Class 8 | 1XPBDP9X5HD419311 | 1 | — |
| 2024 Hyundai Translead Trailers | Dry Van · 53 ft | 3H3V532K2RJ317011 | 1 | — |
| 2018 Midsota Manufacturing | Flatbed · 36 ft | 57MGF3624JA001059 | 1 | 1 |
| Walker Sta | Semi-trailer | 5WSAA4322YN033306 | 1 | — |
A vehicle appearing here was recorded in an inspection — it is not proof the carrier still operates it today.
Inspection Details
Each roadside inspection with its violations
Inspection Records (15)
| Date | Report # | Location | Level | Viol | OOS | Shipper | Unit Type | Make | VIN | License |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| July 15, 2026 | 2717000802 | MADISON WI | III | 1 | — | ALTIUM PACKAGING | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT STOUGHTON TRAILERS |
1XPBDP9X5HD419311 1DW1A5322NSA63248 |
WI 39155Z WI 814421 |
| 392.16-D | Driver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV | Seat Belt | ||||||||
| June 19, 2026 | 2556002878 | ADELL WI | III | 2 | — | ACTUS | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT WALKER STA |
1XPBD79XXFD259388 5WSAA4322YN033306 |
WI 81120X WI 811090 |
| 392.2-SLLS3 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 3 | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| June 2, 2026 | 5033000575 | JANESVILLE WI | I | — | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT HYUNDAI TRANSLEAD TRAILERS |
1XPBDP9X3HD419310 3H3V532K2RJ317011 |
WI 39154Z TX OSB40514 |
| October 2, 2025 | 2556002693 | GREENBUSH WI | II | 9 | 1 | — | Straight Truck Trailer |
FORD MIDSOTA MANUFACTURING |
1FT8W4DT2REC40986 57MGF3624JA001059 |
WI FB57096 WI GR11491 |
| 383.23A2-LCDLN | OOSLicense (CDL) - Operate a CMV and does not possess a valid CDL | License-related: High | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.95A1 | Emergency Equipment - Fire Extinguishers - no fire extinguisher present or not properly rated. | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 393.95F | Emergency Equipment - Stopped vehicle warning devices missing or improper | Emergency Equipment | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEQP | State/Local Laws - Violation of state and local law - Equipment violation. | |||||||||
| 390.21TB1-MC | Operating a CMV without legal name or trade name displayed | |||||||||
| 390.21TB2-DOT | Operate a CMV without USDOT number displayed. Must be preceded by the letters USDOT | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLSR | State/Local Laws - State registration/tag violation | |||||||||
| September 30, 2025 | 6189005362 | MICHIGAN CITY IN | III | 2 | 1 | NONE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1XPBDP9X4RD895793 1GR1A0627PW502012 |
WI 39203Z WI 830722 |
| 395.8A1-HOSP | OOSHOS (Property) - Failing to have a record of duty status using the method prescribed | Incomplete/Wrong Log | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLS2 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 2 | ||||||||
| April 9, 2025 | 2457001097 | STOUGHTON WI | II | 4 | — | WEYAUWEGA CHEESE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1XKYDP9X6RJ354276 1GRAA96244S700831 |
WI 39131Z WI 715332 |
| 393.55C1-B | Air Brake - Truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 1997, not equipped with an ABS system. System does not function or indicates a fault. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.78A-WS | Washers - Inoperative washing system. | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA2 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 2501-5000 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLEWA1 | State/Local Laws - Excessive weight - 1-2500 lbs over on an axle/axle groups | |||||||||
| February 27, 2025 | 2259008908 | TOWN OAKFIELD WI | III | 3 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1XPBD79XXFD259391 1GRAA0626CW701840 |
WI 84808Z WI 822005 |
| 392.2-SLLS2 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 2 | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| February 27, 2025 | 2556002267 | FOND DU LAC WI | III | 2 | — | MASTERS GALLERY FOODS INC | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
PETERBILT GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1XPBD79XXFD259391 1GRAA0626CW701840 |
WI 84808Z WI 822005 |
| 392.2-SLLSIV | State/Local Laws - State insurance violation | |||||||||
| 392.2-SLLS2 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 6-10 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 2 | ||||||||
| December 13, 2024 | 2352001608 | MARSHFIELD WI | III | 2 | — | — | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1XKYDP9X1RJ354282 1GRAA96294S700842 |
WI 81122X WI 849166 |
| 392.2-SLLS3 | State/Local Laws - Speeding 11-14 miles per hour over the speed limit | Speeding 3 | ||||||||
| 392.16-D | Driver - Failed to use seat belt while operating a CMV | Seat Belt | ||||||||
| November 6, 2024 | 2457000995 | STOUGHTON WI | II | 4 | — | WEYAUWEGA CHEESE | Truck Tractor Semi-trailer |
KENWORTH GREAT DANE TRAILERS |
1XKYDP9X6RJ354276 1GR1A0622PW502015 |
WI 39131Z WI 830720 |
| 396.17C-PI | Operating a CMV without documentation of a periodic inspection | Inspection Reports | ||||||||
| 393.55D2-B | Air Brake - ABS malfunction lamp defective on truck-tractor manufactured on or after March 1, 2001 for towed vehicle. | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 393.45D-B | Air Brake - Audible air leak at a proper connection | Brakes All Others | ||||||||
| 392.2-SLLMF | State/Local Laws - Wheel (mud) flaps missing or defective | Windshield/ Glass/ Markings | ||||||||
Shippers Seen at Inspections
Shipper names recorded by roadside inspectors over roughly the last three years. Only inspected loads appear, so this is a sample of who the carrier hauls for, not a complete customer list. Names are as entered at the roadside; blanks and placeholders such as “N/A” or “same as carrier” are left out.
| Shipper | Inspections | Most recent |
|---|---|---|
| WEYAUWEGA CHEESE | 2 | April 9, 2025 |
| ALTIUM PACKAGING | 1 | July 15, 2026 |
| ACTUS | 1 | June 19, 2026 |
| MASTERS GALLERY FOODS INC | 1 | February 27, 2025 |
| MASTER GALLERY FOODS INC | 1 | April 12, 2024 |
| MULLINS CHEESE | 1 | January 30, 2024 |
History & Filings
Authority, insurance and process-agent records
Authority History
| Date | Status | Type |
|---|---|---|
| May 18, 2023 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| May 6, 2013 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| August 4, 2011 | REINSTATED | Contract Carrier |
| April 18, 2011 | REINSTATED | Contract Carrier |
| April 29, 2009 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| April 29, 2008 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| May 30, 2006 | REINSTATED | Contract Carrier |
| December 12, 2005 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| December 14, 2004 | INVOLUNTARY REVOCATION | Contract |
| November 15, 2004 | REINSTATED | Contract Carrier |
Insurance & Revocation Filings
| Date | Type | Status |
|---|---|---|
| April 26, 2024 | BI&PD Primary/Excess | On file |
| March 16, 2011 | CONTRACT | On Record |
| April 27, 2006 | CONTRACT | On Record |
| October 12, 2004 | CONTRACT | On Record |
| August 14, 1997 | CONTRACT | On Record |
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