Palmer Bus Service of Austin Inc DOT# 351030 - Safety Rating & Carrier Info

This carrier is active. Review the inspection and crash data below.

Palmer Bus Service of Austin Inc is a registered motor carrier with the FMCSA under USDOT number 351030. The company operates from Austin, MN and maintains an active operating status with 65 power units and 48 drivers on record.

Safety Rating

FMCSA Safety Rating

— Not Rated

No formal safety rating has been assigned to Palmer Bus Service of Austin Inc by the FMCSA. View official FMCSA record →

Inspection Summary

All-time Inspections

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Driver OOS

Vehicle OOS

3 inspections — relatively low volume, which may indicate a smaller or newer carrier.

OOS Rate33.33%

The out-of-service (OOS) rate represents the percentage of inspections that resulted in the carrier being placed out of service. 33.3% — above the national vehicle OOS average of ~21%. Review BASICS scores below.

Crash History

Crash Records

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Tow-Away

1 crash recorded. Low count, but crash data should always be reviewed alongside inspection history.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is USDOT Number 351030?

USDOT number 351030 is assigned to Palmer Bus Service of Austin Inc, an active motor carrier registered with the FMCSA, based in Austin, MN.

How many inspections has Palmer Bus Service of Austin Inc had?

Palmer Bus Service of Austin Inc has recorded 3 total inspections with 1 out-of-service orders, representing an OOS rate of 33.33%.

Where is Palmer Bus Service of Austin Inc located?

Palmer Bus Service of Austin Inc is headquartered at 2001 4th St Nw, Austin, MN 55912.

What does "Not Rated" mean?

"Not Rated" means the FMCSA has not conducted a formal compliance review for this carrier. It does not indicate a safety problem — many active carriers operate without a formal rating.

Is zero crashes always a good sign?

Generally yes, but context matters. A carrier with zero crashes and very few inspections may simply have limited road exposure. Always review crash data alongside inspection volume and fleet size.

What is a normal OOS rate?

The national average vehicle out-of-service rate is approximately 21%. Driver OOS averages around 5%. Rates significantly above these thresholds may indicate recurring compliance issues.

How often is FMCSA data updated?

FMCSA publishes updated carrier data monthly. This page reflects the most recent available snapshot, updated on the date shown above.

Data sourced from the FMCSA Open Data Portal. Updated monthly. DOT# 351030 · Last updated: 2026-03-09. View official FMCSA record →

Palmer Bus Service of Austin Inc (DOT# 351030) – FMCSA Carrier Profile