SCHERER & SONS TRUCKING INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
191413
MC Number
158969
Fleet Size
35
Total Drivers
73
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: September 20, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
SCHERER & SONS TRUCKING INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in SAINT JOSEPH, Minnesota, operating 35 power units with 73 drivers. CarrierOwl is currently validating BASIC percentile display against the official FMCSA SMS portal; use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data below as the primary public safety indicators on this page. Their driver out-of-service rate of 3.4% comes in under the 6.7% national average. They have 3 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 29 inspections for this carrier.
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BASIC scores
Under reviewCarrierOwl is validating BASIC percentile calculations against the official FMCSA SMS portal. Until that review is complete, use FMCSA directly for current BASIC percentiles and use the inspection, out-of-service, crash, authority, and insurance data on this page as supporting indicators.
BASIC percentile display is temporarily paused while we validate CarrierOwl's methodology against the official FMCSA SMS portal.
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 9.3% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 33.1% across 75,263 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
Inspections
29
Total
76%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
Great West Casualty Co — eff. Sep 1, 2020
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: FMCSA Motus. Imported Sep 26, 2026. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
3
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is SCHERER & SONS TRUCKING INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for SCHERER & SONS TRUCKING INC (USDOT #191413) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is SCHERER & SONS TRUCKING INC's safety record?
SCHERER & SONS TRUCKING INC has 29 inspections in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 3 matching crashes. They do not show a formal FMCSA safety rating in CarrierOwl's current data. A zero result is limited to the dataset and snapshot window. Verify current BASIC percentiles and crash information directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
How many trucks does SCHERER & SONS TRUCKING INC operate?
SCHERER & SONS TRUCKING INC operates 35 power units with 73 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does SCHERER & SONS TRUCKING INC transport hazardous materials?
No. SCHERER & SONS TRUCKING INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is SCHERER & SONS TRUCKING INC located?
SCHERER & SONS TRUCKING INC is based in SAINT JOSEPH, Minnesota at 1007 1 2 E MINNESOTA STREET, 56374. Phone: (800) 642-8913.
What are SCHERER & SONS TRUCKING INC's out-of-service rates?
SCHERER & SONS TRUCKING INC's driver out-of-service rate is 3.4%, compared with the 6.7% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 44.4%, compared with the 23.4% reference shown by FMCSA SMS when checked August 4, 2026. Interpret the difference with inspection volume and verify the current FMCSA record.