WELCOME'S AUTO BODY & TOWING

AUTHORIZED
948 3RD ST, SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, CA, 96150-6227|(530) 544-6622

USDOT

999537

MC Number

509401

Fleet Size

10

Total Drivers

7

Last updated: March 15, 2026

Safety overview

WELCOME'S AUTO BODY & TOWING is a small interstate motor carrier based in SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, California, operating 10 power units with 7 drivers. Their safety profile raises flags: 4 of 5 BASIC categories exceed the 75th percentile, which is where FMCSA considers stepping in. Their driver out-of-service rate of 9.5% runs above the national average of 5.51%. They have 3 crashes on file (1 with injuries). FMCSA records show 21 inspections for this carrier.

BASIC scores

SMS Percentiles

Higher percentile = worse performance relative to peers. Scores at or above 75% may trigger an FMCSA investigation.

Unsafe Driving
79%
HOS / Fatigue
86%
👤Driver Fitness
91%
Controlled Substances
99%
🔧Vehicle Maintenance
74%

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.

Driver OOS rate9.5%
National average5.5%
Vehicle OOS rate17.6%
National average20.7%

For reference, the average driver OOS rate in California is 8.9% and the average vehicle OOS rate is 22.4% across 312,857 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

21

Total

55%

Driver %

Driver Inspections21
Vehicle Inspections17
Driver OOS Rate9.5%
Vehicle OOS Rate17.6%

Crash history

3

Total Crashes

Fatal Crashes0
Injury Crashes1
Tow Crashes3

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Frequently asked questions

Is WELCOME'S AUTO BODY & TOWING authorized to operate?

Yes. WELCOME'S AUTO BODY & TOWING (USDOT #999537) currently holds "AUTHORIZED" status with FMCSA. They're registered as an interstate carrier.

What is WELCOME'S AUTO BODY & TOWING's safety record?

WELCOME'S AUTO BODY & TOWING has 4 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 WELCOME'S AUTO BODY & TOWING operate?

WELCOME'S AUTO BODY & TOWING operates 10 power units with 7 drivers on file. That makes them a small carrier.

Does WELCOME'S AUTO BODY & TOWING transport hazardous materials?

No. WELCOME'S AUTO BODY & TOWING does not have a hazardous materials flag in the FMCSA database.

Where is WELCOME'S AUTO BODY & TOWING located?

WELCOME'S AUTO BODY & TOWING is based in SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, California at 948 3RD ST, 96150-6227. Phone: (530) 544-6622.

What are WELCOME'S AUTO BODY & TOWING's out-of-service rates?

WELCOME'S AUTO BODY & TOWING's driver out-of-service rate is 9.5%, compared to the national average of 5.51%. Higher than average, which could point to driver compliance issues. Their vehicle out-of-service rate is 17.6% (national average: 20.72%). Below average, suggesting the fleet is well-maintained.