KOBUSSEN BUSES LTD
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
275996
MC Number
167000
Fleet Size
830
Total Drivers
1028
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
KOBUSSEN BUSES LTD is a large interstate motor carrier based in LITTLE CHUTE, Wisconsin, operating 830 power units with 1028 drivers. 1 of their 5 BASIC scores sits above the 75th percentile intervention threshold. The rest fall within acceptable ranges. They have 13 crashes on file (1 fatal, 6 with injuries). FMCSA records show 22 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 Wisconsin is 8.1% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 27.4% across 62,850 carriers.
Company details
- Entity Type
- N/A
- Carrier Operation
- Interstate
- Operation Classification
- Authorized For Hire, Private (Passenger Business)
- 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
22
Total
60%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
ENDURANCE AMERICAN SPECIALTY INSURANCE CO — eff. Jan 1, 2026
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
13
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is KOBUSSEN BUSES LTD authorized to operate?
Yes. KOBUSSEN BUSES LTD (USDOT #275996) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is KOBUSSEN BUSES LTD's safety record?
KOBUSSEN BUSES LTD has 1 BASIC score 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 KOBUSSEN BUSES LTD operate?
KOBUSSEN BUSES LTD operates 830 power units with 1028 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does KOBUSSEN BUSES LTD transport hazardous materials?
No. KOBUSSEN BUSES LTD does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is KOBUSSEN BUSES LTD located?
KOBUSSEN BUSES LTD is based in LITTLE CHUTE, Wisconsin at 2000 TAYLOR ST, 54140. Phone: (920) 766-0606.
What are KOBUSSEN BUSES LTD's out-of-service rates?
KOBUSSEN BUSES LTD's driver out-of-service rate is 5.6%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 8.3% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.