HARLOW'S SCHOOL BUS SERVICE INC OF MONTANA
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
703193
MC Number
413618
Fleet Size
178
Total Drivers
167
Last updated: March 16, 2026
Safety overview
HARLOW'S SCHOOL BUS SERVICE INC OF MONTANA is a large interstate motor carrier based in BISMARCK, North Dakota, operating 178 power units with 167 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 3 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. No crashes on file. FMCSA records show 13 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 North Dakota is 7.8% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 34.4% across 6,254 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
13
Total
0%
Driver %
Crash history
0
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is HARLOW'S SCHOOL BUS SERVICE INC OF MONTANA authorized to operate?
Yes. HARLOW'S SCHOOL BUS SERVICE INC OF MONTANA (USDOT #703193) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.
What is HARLOW'S SCHOOL BUS SERVICE INC OF MONTANA's safety record?
HARLOW'S SCHOOL BUS SERVICE INC OF MONTANA has 3 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 HARLOW'S SCHOOL BUS SERVICE INC OF MONTANA operate?
HARLOW'S SCHOOL BUS SERVICE INC OF MONTANA operates 178 power units with 167 drivers on file. That puts them in the large carrier category by FMCSA standards.
Does HARLOW'S SCHOOL BUS SERVICE INC OF MONTANA transport hazardous materials?
No. HARLOW'S SCHOOL BUS SERVICE INC OF MONTANA does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is HARLOW'S SCHOOL BUS SERVICE INC OF MONTANA located?
HARLOW'S SCHOOL BUS SERVICE INC OF MONTANA is based in BISMARCK, North Dakota at 1021 S 23RD STREET SUITE A, 58504. Phone: (701) 224-1767.
What are HARLOW'S SCHOOL BUS SERVICE INC OF MONTANA's out-of-service rates?
Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 15.4% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.