SOUTHWEST COACHES INC
AUTHORIZEDDBA: SOUTHWEST TOUR & TRAVEL
USDOT
153686
MC Number
140554
Fleet Size
39
Total Drivers
54
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
SOUTHWEST COACHES INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in MARSHALL, Minnesota, operating 39 power units with 54 drivers. All 5 BASIC scores sit well below FMCSA intervention thresholds, which is a good sign for anyone vetting this carrier. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 2 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 24 inspections for this carrier.
BASIC scores
SMS PercentilesHigher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.
Out-of-service rates vs. national average
An out-of-service order means the driver or vehicle was pulled from operation during a roadside inspection.
For reference, the average driver OOS rate in Minnesota is 8.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 32.6% across 72,644 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- No
- Safety Rating Date
- N/A
What are BASIC scores?
FMCSA tracks carrier performance through its Safety Measurement System (SMS), which scores carriers across six categories called BASICs. Each score is a percentile from 0 to 100, based on inspection and crash data from the past 24 months.
A score of 65 means the carrier performed worse than 65% of its peers. Anything above 75% can trigger FMCSA alerts or investigations. Brokers vetting new carriers should pay attention to scores above 50%.
- Unsafe driving
- Speeding, reckless driving, improper lane changes, seatbelt violations. All based on what officers find during roadside inspections.
- HOS / Fatigue
- Hours-of-service violations, logbook problems, driving past the allowed limits. Fatigued driving is one of the top causes of truck crashes in the US.
- Driver fitness
- Licensing problems, expired medical certificates, and other driver qualification issues.
- Controlled substances
- Drug and alcohol testing violations, possession, or impairment.
- Vehicle maintenance
- Brake problems, tire issues, lighting defects, load securement failures. Caught during the vehicle portion of roadside inspections.
- Crash indicator
- Based on crash history from state-reported data. Higher percentile means more crashes relative to the carrier's size and mileage.
Inspections
24
Total
12%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Dec 31, 2015
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
2
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SOUTHWEST COACHES INC authorized to operate?
Yes. SOUTHWEST COACHES INC (USDOT #153686) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is SOUTHWEST COACHES INC's safety record?
Based on FMCSA data, SOUTHWEST COACHES INC has no BASIC scores above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. They haven't received a formal FMCSA safety rating. 2 crashes on record.
How many trucks does SOUTHWEST COACHES INC operate?
SOUTHWEST COACHES INC operates 39 power units with 54 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does SOUTHWEST COACHES INC transport hazardous materials?
No. SOUTHWEST COACHES INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SOUTHWEST COACHES INC located?
SOUTHWEST COACHES INC is based in MARSHALL, Minnesota at 1500 TRAVIS ROAD, 56258. Phone: (507) 532-4043.
What are SOUTHWEST COACHES INC's out-of-service rates?
SOUTHWEST COACHES INC's driver out-of-service rate is 0.0%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 0.0% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.