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VIN 1FDAF5GT7HEF01929 — 2017 Ford F-550

Recorded with Godfather Trans Inc · USDOT 1933257

1 recall apply

Vehicle identity

VIN1FDAF5GT7HEF01929
Model year2017
MakeFord
ModelF-550
Vehicle typeBUS
License plateTX 2MBP552 (Texas)
Last inspected2026-08-07

Recorded vehicle, plate and carrier history

These are dated observations in the records available to us. They do not establish ownership, a sale, a transfer date, or continuous use between observations. The latest observation may not describe today’s vehicle or carrier.

Earliest and latest dates below are observations we have retained, not registration dates.
Observed datesVINPlateReported carrier
2026-08-071FDAF5GT7HEF01929TX 2MBP552GODFATHER TRANS INC · USDOT 1933257

Evidence: FMCSA inspection observations and retained snapshots of our vehicle records. Coverage is incomplete; an unreported change cannot be dated from these records.

Most recently recorded carrier for this vehicle

Godfather Trans Inc Active

USDOT
1933257
MC
884885
Status
Active
Type
Carrier & Shipper
Based in
Euless, TX
Power units
5
Drivers
5
Inspections (24 mo)
12
Crashes (24 mo)
0
Vehicle OOS rate
0%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-08-07). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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VIN
1FDAF5GT7HEF01929
Year/Make
2017 Ford
Inspections
1
Open recalls
1

What this means

1FDAF5GT7HEF01929 is a 2017 Ford F-550 operated by Godfather Trans Inc (USDOT 1933257). License plate on its inspection records: TX 2MBP552. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. No out-of-service violations are recorded for this VIN in the available inspection records. Other violations may still be present. 1 NHTSA recall matches the year/make/model.

What this VIN is

2017 Ford F-550 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1FDAF5GT7HEF01929. It is a incomplete - chassis cab (single cab) built by FORD MOTOR COMPANY at the JEFFERSON COUNTY, KENTUCKY plant. Powertrain: 6.7L displacement, running on diesel. Its gross vehicle weight rating (Class 5: 16,001 - 19,500 lb (7,258 - 8,845 kg)) places it in Class 5 medium-duty (16,001–19,500 lb) — larger walk-ins and bucket trucks.

Roadside inspection & out-of-service record

This specific vehicle appears in 1 FMCSA roadside inspection (most recent activity 2026-08-07). Across those inspections it was never placed out of service. Its most recent inspection (2026-08-07) was in Texas, a Level I — full inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 1 recorded violation, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (1). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.

Operator history

Operated by Godfather Trans Inc (USDOT 1933257) on 2026-08-07 — 1 inspection, none out of service.

Recalls & owner complaints

1 NHTSA safety recall has been issued for the 2017 Ford F-550 platform. The most recent, 19V358000, concerns unruh fire, inc. (unruh fire) is recalling certain 2017-2018 ford f-550-based fire trucks equipped with whelen brake lights. depending on t… Recalls are issued by make/model/year and may cover only a specific build range, so a match here does not confirm this exact VIN was included. Owners have filed 17 complaints with NHTSA against this make/model/year.

Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
MakeFORD
ModelF-550
Model Year2017
TrimSuper Duty - Dual Rear Wheel
Vehicle TypeINCOMPLETE VEHICLE
NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN.
Body ClassIncomplete - Chassis Cab (Single Cab)
The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway.
G V W RClass 5: 16,001 - 19,500 lb (7,258 - 8,845 kg)
Class 5 medium-duty (16,001–19,500 lb) — larger walk-ins and bucket trucks
ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database.
Plant CityJEFFERSON COUNTY
Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record.
Plant StateKENTUCKY
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Engine ConfigurationV-Shaped
Cylinder layout (e.g. inline-6), the dominant configuration in Class 8 diesels.
Engine Cylinders8
Displacement L6.7
Engine displacement in liters — bigger generally means more torque for heavy loads.
Fuel Type PrimaryDiesel
Primary fuel — diesel dominates heavy trucking; CNG/electric change maintenance and range.
Brake System TypeHydraulic
Air vs hydraulic brakes — air brakes are standard on heavy trucks and require an endorsement.
Drive Type4x2
Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy.
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
BASIC CategoryViolationsStatus
Vehicle Maintenance1— Minor
Unsafe Driving0✓ Clean
Driver Fitness0✓ Clean
Fatigued Driving (HOS)0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Operator & inspection history
Operated by GODFATHER TRANS INC (DOT 1933257)Last seen 2026-08-07
1 inspections · 0 OOS · 1 violations
Last inspected in Texas · Level I — full inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate TX 2MBP552
Related vehicles
Other vehicles operated by Godfather Trans Inc
Nearby VINs in our inspection database
1 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
NHTSA Campaign
19V358000

Issue: Unruh Fire, Inc. (Unruh Fire) is recalling certain 2017-2018 Ford F-550-based fire trucks equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.

Risk: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Unruh Fire has notified owners and will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began in May 20, 2019. Owners may contact Unruh Fire customer service at 1-800-856-7080.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 1FDAF5GT7HEF01929 decode to?
VIN 1FDAF5GT7HEF01929 decodes to a 2017 Ford F-550 — body: Incomplete - Chassis Cab (Single Cab); GVWR: Class 5: 16,001 - 19,500 lb (7,258 - 8,845 kg); fuel: Diesel.
Does VIN 1FDAF5GT7HEF01929 have a clean inspection record?
Across 1 FMCSA roadside inspection (latest 2026-08-07), this vehicle was never placed out of service; 1 violation was recorded.
Are there recalls on VIN 1FDAF5GT7HEF01929?
1 NHTSA recall matches the 2017 Ford F-550 make/model/year, summarized above with the defect and remedy. Recalls apply by build range, so enter this exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether it was included and whether the fix was performed.
What license plate is on VIN 1FDAF5GT7HEF01929?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: TX 2MBP552 (Texas).

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