553562 ONTARIO LIMITED
AUTHORIZEDDBA: WS BELL CARTAGE
USDOT
464611
MC Number
248469
Fleet Size
34
Total Drivers
38
Last updated: March 16, 2026
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Safety overview
553562 ONTARIO LIMITED is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in KITCHENER, ON, operating 34 power units with 38 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 5 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 0.0% comes in under the 5.51% national average. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 20 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 ON is 4.4% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 17.8% across 5,878 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
20
Total
61%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
NATIONAL INTERSTATE INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. May 2, 2021
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
THE GUARANTEE COMPANY OF NORTH AMERICA USA — eff. Jul 28, 2020
Trust Fund
Not on file
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is 553562 ONTARIO LIMITED authorized to operate?
Yes. 553562 ONTARIO LIMITED (USDOT #464611) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is 553562 ONTARIO LIMITED's safety record?
553562 ONTARIO LIMITED has 5 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 553562 ONTARIO LIMITED operate?
553562 ONTARIO LIMITED operates 34 power units with 38 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does 553562 ONTARIO LIMITED transport hazardous materials?
No. 553562 ONTARIO LIMITED does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is 553562 ONTARIO LIMITED located?
553562 ONTARIO LIMITED is based in KITCHENER, ON at 7 GRAND AVENUE, N2K 1B2. Phone: (519) 744-3597.
What are 553562 ONTARIO LIMITED's out-of-service rates?
553562 ONTARIO LIMITED'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 15.4% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.