Minnesota Trucking Accident Statistics
Minnesota ranks 20th nationally in large truck crash fatalities, recording approximately 82 deaths annually. The Twin Cities metro area sits at the I-94/I-35 crossroads, making it a critical Midwest freight hub. Minnesota's extreme winters — with temperatures regularly dropping to -30°F — create some of the most challenging conditions for commercial vehicles of any state. Agricultural transport from Minnesota's farming sector generates significant rural truck traffic.
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Minnesota ranks 20th nationally — 82 people die in large truck crashes every year, driven by extreme winter conditions and the Twin Cities freight hub.
Minnesota's extreme winters — with temperatures regularly reaching -30°F — create some of the most challenging conditions for commercial vehicles of any state, with brake failures and tire issues at extreme rates.
24% of Minnesota commercial vehicle crashes are weather-related — the highest weather-related percentage of any state in the northern tier.
5-Year Trend (2019–2023)
Source: FMCSA Large Truck and Bus Crash Facts
| Year | Fatal Crashes | Fatalities | Injury Crashes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2019 | 71 | 77 | 3,400 |
| 2020 | 69 | 75 | 3,200 |
| 2021 | 78 | 85 | 3,500 |
| 2022 | 76 | 83 | 3,600 |
| 2023 | 75 | 82 | 3,700 |
Data: FMCSA Large Truck and Bus Crash Facts, NHTSA FARS
Most Dangerous Trucking Corridors in Minnesota
Annual commercial vehicle crash estimates — source: state DOT and FMCSA data
Top Contributing Factors in Minnesota
Minnesota's extreme winters — with temperatures regularly reaching -30°F — create some of the most challenging conditions for commercial vehicles of any state.
Minnesota's position as a major agricultural freight state with significant long-haul operations contributes to above-average fatigue rates.
Rural sections of I-90 and US-2 see elevated speeding-related commercial vehicle crashes.
Urban driving in the Twin Cities metro area contributes to distracted driving incidents.
Source: FMCSA Large Truck and Bus Crash Facts, state DOT reports. Percentages represent share of fatal crashes where factor was cited.
Key Facts for Minnesota
- Minnesota ranks #20 nationally in large truck crash fatalities
- Minnesota's extreme winters (-30°F) create some of the most challenging commercial vehicle conditions of any state
- The Twin Cities sit at the I-94/I-35 crossroads — a critical Midwest freight hub
- Minnesota uses modified comparative fault — you can recover if less than 51% at fault
- Minnesota's 3-year statute of limitations applies
- Agricultural transport from Minnesota's farming sector generates significant rural truck traffic
Minnesota Legal Quick Reference
Evidence in trucking cases — including black box data, ELD records, and driver logs — can be destroyed within days. Contact a Minnesota trucking accident attorney immediately after an accident.
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