VIN 1FVABTCS03DK36016 — 2003 Freightliner (FREIGHTLIN) FL70
Recorded with Transportes Cruzados Sa De Cv · USDOT 1694611
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 1FVABTCS03DK36016 |
| Model year | 2003 |
| Make | Freightliner (FREIGHTLIN) |
| Model | FL70 |
| Vehicle type | STRAIGHT TRUCK |
| License plates | CI 60ER2M (CI) MX 60ER2M (MX) |
| Inspection window | 2024-09-06 to 2026-08-07 |
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.
| Observed dates | VIN | Plate | Reported carrier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-08-07 | 1FVABTCS03DK36016 | CI 60ER2M | TRANSPORTES CRUZADOS SA DE CV · USDOT 1694611 |
| 2025-12-15 | 1FVABTCS03DK36016 | MX 60ER2M | TRANSPORTES AGUILA DE CIUDAD JUAREZ SA DE CV · USDOT 555365 |
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
Transportes Cruzados Sa De Cv Active
- USDOT
- 1694611
- MC
- —
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Cd Juarez, CI
- Power units
- 53
- Drivers
- 39
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 1,531
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 0
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 17.6%
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.
View full carrier profile →Authority, insurance & bonds, safety scores, crash history, inspections and the full fleet list.This vehicle has also been operated by 1 other carrier (listed below).
What this means
1FVABTCS03DK36016 is a 2003 Freightliner FL70 operated by Transportes Cruzados Sa De Cv (USDOT 1694611). License plates on its inspection records: CI 60ER2M, MX 60ER2M. 27 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record.
What this VIN is
2003 Freightliner FL70 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1FVABTCS03DK36016. It is a truck built by DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA LLC at the SANTIAGO plant. Powertrain: Mercedes-Benz MBE-900 engine, 6.4L displacement, running on diesel. Its gross vehicle weight rating (Class 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg)) places it in Class 7 heavy-duty (26,001–33,000 lb) — large straight trucks, often requiring a CDL.
Roadside inspection & out-of-service record
This specific vehicle appears in 27 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2024-09-06 and 2026-08-07. Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 27 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-08-07) was in Texas, a Level I — full inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 53 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (48), followed by Driver Fitness (4). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Operator history
This VIN appears under 2 different carriers in our records, oldest first: Transportes Cruzados Sa De Cv (USDOT 1694611) from 2024-09-06 to 2026-08-07 — 26 inspections, 1 out-of-service; Transportes Aguila De Ciudad Juarez Sa De Cv (USDOT 555365) on 2025-12-15 — 1 inspection, none out of service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | FREIGHTLINER |
| Model | FL70 |
| Model Year | 2003 |
| Vehicle Type | INCOMPLETE VEHICLE NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN. |
| Body Class | Truck The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway. |
| G V W R | Class 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg) Class 7 heavy-duty (26,001–33,000 lb) — large straight trucks, often requiring a CDL |
| Manufacturer | DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA LLC The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant City | SANTIAGO Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record. |
| Plant Country | MEXICO |
| Engine Model | Mercedes-Benz MBE-900 The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability. |
| Engine Configuration | In-Line Cylinder layout (e.g. inline-6), the dominant configuration in Class 8 diesels. |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement L | 6.4 Engine displacement in liters — bigger generally means more torque for heavy loads. |
| Fuel Type Primary | Diesel Primary fuel — diesel dominates heavy trucking; CNG/electric change maintenance and range. |
| Brake System Type | Air Air vs hydraulic brakes — air brakes are standard on heavy trucks and require an endorsement. |
| Drive Type | 4x2 Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy. |
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
| BASIC Category | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 48 | ⚠ High |
| Driver Fitness | 4 | ! Moderate |
| Unsafe Driving | 1 | — Minor |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator history — 2 carriers operated this VIN
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