HARMS OIL COMPANY
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
175877
MC Number
255253
Fleet Size
190
Total Drivers
125
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
HARMS OIL COMPANY is a large interstate motor carrier based in ABERDEEN, South Dakota, operating 190 power units with 125 drivers. 2 of their 5 BASIC scores sit above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.8% comes in under the 5.51% national average. They have 7 crashes on file (3 with injuries). FMCSA records show 266 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 South Dakota is 7.6% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 29.8% across 6,099 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire
- Cargo Carried
- N
- Hazmat
- Yes
- 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
266
Total
57%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
IMPERIUM INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Oct 1, 2025
Cargo
UNITED STATES FIRE INSURANCE CO. — eff. Oct 1, 2023
Surety Bond
THE CINCINNATI INSURANCE CO. — eff. Nov 27, 2017
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
7
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is HARMS OIL COMPANY authorized to operate?
Yes. HARMS OIL COMPANY (USDOT #175877) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is HARMS OIL COMPANY's safety record?
HARMS OIL COMPANY has 2 BASIC scores above the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA may look into a carrier. Brokers should weigh these scores alongside the inspection history and crash data before making a decision.
How many trucks does HARMS OIL COMPANY operate?
HARMS OIL COMPANY operates 190 power units with 125 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does HARMS OIL COMPANY transport hazardous materials?
Yes. HARMS OIL COMPANY is flagged for hazardous materials transportation with FMCSA. That means additional safety requirements and more frequent inspections.
Where is HARMS OIL COMPANY located?
HARMS OIL COMPANY is based in ABERDEEN, South Dakota at 38498 US HWY 12, 57401. Phone: (605) 226-2648.
What are HARMS OIL COMPANY's out-of-service rates?
HARMS OIL COMPANY's driver out-of-service rate is 0.8%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Below average, which is a good sign. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 6.1% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.