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VIN 1FUGGLBG7GLGY8993 — 2016 Freightliner (FREIGHTLIN) Cascadia

Recorded with Helu Express Llc · USDOT 3652767

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Vehicle identity

VIN1FUGGLBG7GLGY8993
Model year2016
MakeFreightliner (FREIGHTLIN)
ModelCascadia
Vehicle typeTRUCK TRACTOR
License plateTX R674914 (Texas)
Inspection window2024-10-21 to 2026-03-12

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
2026-03-121FUGGLBG7GLGY8993TX R674914HELU EXPRESS LLC · USDOT 3652767

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

Helu Express Llc Active

USDOT
3652767
MC
1259694
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Richardson, TX
Power units
4
Drivers
4
Inspections (24 mo)
17
Crashes (24 mo)
1
Vehicle OOS rate
33.3%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-03-12). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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VIN
1FUGGLBG7GLGY8993
Year/Make
2016 Freightliner (FREIGHTLIN)
Inspections
10
Open recalls
0

What this means

1FUGGLBG7GLGY8993 is a 2016 Freightliner Cascadia operated by Helu Express Llc (USDOT 3652767). License plate on its inspection records: TX R674914. 10 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 3 out-of-service results on record.

What this VIN is

2016 Freightliner Cascadia is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1FUGGLBG7GLGY8993. It is a truck-tractor built by DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA LLC at the CLEVELAND, NORTH CAROLINA plant. Powertrain: Cummins ISX engine, 14.9L displacement, running on diesel. Its gross vehicle weight rating (Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above)) places it in Class 8 heavy-duty (33,001 lb GVWR and above) — the line-haul tractor / heavy straight-truck tier.

Roadside inspection & out-of-service record

This specific vehicle appears in 10 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2024-10-21 and 2026-03-12. Its records show 3 out-of-service violations across 10 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 3 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-03-12) was in Texas, a Level I — full inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 18 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (13), followed by Fatigued Driving (HOS) (3). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.

Operator history

Operated by Helu Express Llc (USDOT 3652767) from 2024-10-21 to 2026-03-12 — 10 inspections, 3 out-of-service.

Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
MakeFREIGHTLINER
ModelCascadia
Model Year2016
Trim125" Sleeper Cab
Vehicle TypeTRUCK
NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN.
Body ClassTruck-Tractor
The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway.
G V W RClass 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above)
Class 8 heavy-duty (33,001 lb GVWR and above) — the line-haul tractor / heavy straight-truck tier
ManufacturerDAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA LLC
The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database.
Plant CityCLEVELAND
Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record.
Plant StateNORTH CAROLINA
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Engine ModelCummins ISX
The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability.
Engine ConfigurationIn-Line
Cylinder layout (e.g. inline-6), the dominant configuration in Class 8 diesels.
Engine Cylinders6
Displacement L14.9
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 TypeAir
Air vs hydraulic brakes — air brakes are standard on heavy trucks and require an endorsement.
Drive Type6x2
Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy.
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
BASIC CategoryViolationsStatus
Vehicle Maintenance13⚠ High
Fatigued Driving (HOS)3! Moderate
Unsafe Driving2! Moderate
Driver Fitness0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Operator & inspection history
Operated by HELU EXPRESS LLC (DOT 3652767)2024-10-21 → 2026-03-12
10 inspections · 3 OOS · 18 violations
Last inspected in Texas · Level I — full inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate TX R674914
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 1FUGGLBG7GLGY8993 decode to?
VIN 1FUGGLBG7GLGY8993 decodes to a 2016 Freightliner Cascadia — body: Truck-Tractor; GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above); engine: Cummins ISX; fuel: Diesel. The make is filed with FMCSA as FREIGHTLIN.
Why was 2016 Freightliner Cascadia VIN 1FUGGLBG7GLGY8993 placed out of service?
This vehicle has 3 out-of-service violations across 10 inspections. By type: 3 vehicle. Most of its violations are in Vehicle Maintenance (13), which covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
What license plate is on VIN 1FUGGLBG7GLGY8993?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: TX R674914 (Texas).

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