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Schaefer Auto INC
DOT 1589072 · MC MC593703 · Menahga, MN
Report generated: June 2, 2026 at 12:37 PM
✓Authorized for hire?
✓Active insurance?
✗Safety record clean?
✓No fraud flags?
✓No prior revocations?
Carrier Summary

Schaefer Auto INC (DOT 1589072, MC MC593703) is a Minnesota-based interstate carrier headquartered in Menahga, MN. As of June 2, 2026 at 12:37 PM, operating authority is currently active. TruckGraph has detected 3 risk signals on this carrier, including: recordable crash on file; elevated driver out-of-service rate. TruckGraph rates this carrier "Caution" based on FMCSA compliance data, inspection history, insurance status, and network connection analysis. Last synced: June 2, 2026 at 12:37 PM.

Contract Authority
FMCSA Public Record
Schaefer Auto INC
DOT Number1589072
MC NumberMC593703
Street128 11TH STREET SE
City / StateMenahga, MN 56464
Phone2185644889
Operation typeInterstate
HazmatNot authorized
Authority age19 yr 5 mo
MCS-150 filed05/05/2026
Company officerGary Schaefer
Power units6
Total drivers7
Authority Status
Common (for-hire)Not authorized
Contract (for-hire)✓ Active
BrokerNot authorized
TruckGraph Intelligence
Risk Signals
●Recordable crash on file
●Elevated driver out-of-service rate
●Driver qualification violation on record
✓ OFAC Sanctions: Clear
Connection Chain
DOT nullShared insurer
Revoked
OOS rate 14.3% vs. national avg 22.26% — below average
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Power Units
6
Fleet
Drivers
7
Total
Inspections
7
On record
Crashes
1
On record
OOS Rate
14.3%
↓ Avg 22.26%
Authority Age
19 yr 5 mo
Since 2006
Violation Categories — Last 24 Months
Hours of Service
7 insp (100%)
Unsafe Driving
7 insp (100%)
Driver Fitness
7 insp (100%)· 1 viol
Controlled Substances
7 insp (100%)
Vehicle Maintenance
2 insp (29%)· 2 viol
Inspection History
7 total · OOS rate 14.3%
DateStateLevelDriver OOSVehicle OOSResult
8/27/2025SDIII00Pass
8/27/2025SDI21OOS
4/24/2025IAIII00Pass
10/20/2024ARIII00Pass
10/18/2024UTI00Pass
9/16/2024COIII00Pass
3/5/2025SDIII00Pass
Crash History
1 total on record
DateStateFatalitiesInjuriesTow-away
—IA00Y
Insurance Status
Status
✓ Active filing on record
Insurer
UNITED FINANCIAL CASUALTY COMPANY
Coverage type
91X
Coverage amount
$750,000
Effective
10/1/2022
Location
128 11TH STREET SE, Menahga, MN, 56464 · Open in Maps →
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Authority Timeline
Authority GrantedDec 2006
FMCSA issued operating authority
ActiveCurrent
Authority currently active

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Schaefer Auto INC authorized to operate?

Yes. Schaefer Auto INC holds Contract operating authority and is currently active.

What is Schaefer Auto INC's safety record?

Schaefer Auto INC has 7 roadside inspections on record with an out-of-service rate of 14.3%. Crash history shows 1 incidents. Review the full safety profile above before making a freight decision.

How many trucks does Schaefer Auto INC operate?

Schaefer Auto INC operates 6 power units with approximately 7 drivers.

Is Schaefer Auto INC insured?

Schaefer Auto INC has active insurance coverage on file. Coverage amount and carrier details are shown in the insurance section above.

Has Schaefer Auto INC had any risk indicators?

Schaefer Auto INC has a risk score of 55/100 (High Risk) with 3 active risk signals. Review the risk section above and verify independently before tendering.

What is the DOT number for Schaefer Auto INC?

Schaefer Auto INC's DOT number is 1589072 and MC number is MC593703. These identifiers are assigned by the FMCSA and can be used to look up this carrier in official compliance databases.

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