Carrier profile · USDOT 2579490 · MC902860 · Data as of Oct 7, 2026

James C Kessler

DBA James Kessler Trucking · Deerfield, WI · Intrastate (Non-Hazmat) for-hire carrier · Since 2015
Authority active$750K BIPD on fileNot rated by FMCSANo hazmat
Cargo carriedGrain, Feed, Hay
1
Power units
1
Drivers
0
Inspections · 24 mo
0
Crashes · 24 mo
40K
Annual miles
11 yr
Registered
95
/ 100
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MCS-150 not updated in over 2 years: FMCSA requires a biennial update.

How we scored it · 5 factors
Operating authority20/20
Insurance20/20
Out-of-service rates20/20
Crashes & rating20/20
Continuity & identity15/20

Composite of public FMCSA authority, insurance, inspection and crash records weighted against the national fleet. Decision support, not an official FMCSA safety rating.

Safety

FMCSA inspections & crashes · 24 mo · AS OF OCT 7, 2026

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months, and not rated by FMCSA.

Enforcement

FMCSA closed cases

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Authority & insurance

FMCSA L&I · AS OF OCT 7, 2026
Carrier
Active
Broker
None
Docket
MC902860
Revocation pending
No
Common Carrier (Property)

Coverage vs federal minimum

BIPD liability$750,000
$750K required minimum (49 CFR 387.9)
CargoNot required

Filings on record

  1. Apr 16, 2015Liability (BIPD) · Auto Owners Insurance Company · $750,000

Equipment

SELF-REPORTED ON MCS-150
1
Power units
1
Trucks
1
Tractors owned
1
Trailers owned
1
Drivers
1
CDL drivers
Not registered for hazardous materials.

Operations & cargo

FMCSA CENSUS
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)Authorized for Hire
Cargo carried
Grain, Feed, Hay
Annual mileage
40,000 mi (2024)

Identity & federal record

FMCSA census · MCS-150
USDOT
2579490
MC / docket
MC-902860
Legal name
James C Kessler
DBA
James Kessler Trucking
Entity type
Carrier
Operation
Intrastate (Non-Hazmat)
First registered
Feb 10, 2015
Last MCS-150
Nov 1, 2024
Safety rating
Not rated
Drivers (CDL)
1 (1)
Hazmat
No
Business type
—

Fraud & network signals

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No prior revocation
FMCSA shows no link to a previously revoked authority.
Unique phone number
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique email address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.
Unique street address
Not shared with any other active USDOT.

Frequently asked

What is James C Kessler's USDOT number?

James C Kessler's USDOT number is 2579490 and its docket number is MC902860.

Is James C Kessler authorized to operate?

Yes. FMCSA shows active carrier operating authority.

What is James C Kessler's safety record?

No roadside inspections or reportable crashes in the last 24 months. Not rated by FMCSA.

How big is James C Kessler's fleet?

1 power unit and 1 drivers per its MCS-150 filed Nov 1, 2024.

What insurance does James C Kessler carry?

$750,000 in BIPD liability coverage is on file with Auto Owners Insurance Company.

Where is James C Kessler located?

James C Kessler is located at 4239 Oak Park Rd, Deerfield, WI, 53531. Phone: (608) 345-8743.

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Source: FMCSA public records via the U.S. DOT Open Data Portal. Carrier Search presents the federal record and computed signals for decision support only. It is not an FMCSA safety rating and not a recommendation to use or avoid any carrier. Verify authority and insurance before tendering.