BOWENS BUS SERVICE INC
AUTHORIZEDUSDOT
989136
MC Number
566339
Fleet Size
84
Total Drivers
86
FMCSA-derived snapshot updated: August 23, 2026. This is not a real-time record; verify critical authority, insurance and safety details directly with FMCSA.
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Safety overview
BOWENS BUS SERVICE INC is a mid-size interstate motor carrier based in GLENELG, Maryland, operating 84 power units with 86 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. They have 2 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 1 inspection 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 Maryland is 14.4% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 26.1% across 44,063 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
1
Total
0%
Driver %
Insurance on file
Liability (BIPD)
LANCER INSURANCE COMPANY — eff. Nov 24, 2022
Cargo
Not on file
Surety Bond
Not on file
Trust Fund
Not on file
Source: Legacy FMCSA. Verify current filings directly with FMCSA before relying on them.
Crash history
2
Total Crashes
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Frequently asked questions
Is BOWENS BUS SERVICE INC authorized to operate?
CarrierOwl's FMCSA-derived snapshot for BOWENS BUS SERVICE INC (USDOT #989136) shows "AUTHORIZED" status. The snapshot lists them as an interstate carrier. Verify the current official record with FMCSA before booking a load.
What is BOWENS BUS SERVICE INC's safety record?
BOWENS BUS SERVICE INC has 1 inspection in CarrierOwl's current imported snapshot and 2 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 BOWENS BUS SERVICE INC operate?
BOWENS BUS SERVICE INC operates 84 power units with 86 drivers on file. That puts them in the mid-size range.
Does BOWENS BUS SERVICE INC transport hazardous materials?
No. BOWENS BUS SERVICE INC does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.
Where is BOWENS BUS SERVICE INC located?
BOWENS BUS SERVICE INC is based in GLENELG, Maryland at 3625 TEN OAKS RD, 21737. Phone: (410) 489-9501.
What are BOWENS BUS SERVICE INC's out-of-service rates?
Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 0.0%, 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.