VIN 1FVHCYFEXJHJS2156 — 2018 Freightliner (FREIGHTLIN) M2
USDOT 299712
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 1FVHCYFEXJHJS2156 |
| Model year | 2018 |
| Make | Freightliner (FREIGHTLIN) |
| Model | M2 |
| Vehicle type | STRAIGHT TRUCK |
| License plate | VA 7694AK (Virginia) |
| Inspection window | 2025-01-14 to 2026-05-14 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-14 | 1FVHCYFEXJHJS2156 | VA 7694AK | USDOT 299712 |
Evidence: FMCSA inspection observations and retained snapshots of our vehicle records. Coverage is incomplete; an unreported change cannot be dated from these records.
What this means
1FVHCYFEXJHJS2156 is a 2018 Freightliner M2. License plate on its inspection records: VA 7694AK. 5 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record.
What this VIN is
2018 Freightliner M2 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1FVHCYFEXJHJS2156. It is a truck built by DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA LLC at the MT. HOLLY, NORTH CAROLINA plant. Powertrain: Cummins L9 engine, 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 5 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2025-01-14 and 2026-05-14. Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 5 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 hazmat. Its most recent inspection (2026-05-14) was in New York, a Level I — full inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 5 recorded violations, the most come from Hazmat (2), followed by Vehicle Maintenance (1). Hazmat covers hazardous-materials packaging, placards and shipping papers.
Operator history
Operated by USDOT 299712 from 2025-01-14 to 2026-05-14 — 5 inspections, 1 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | FREIGHTLINER |
| Model | M2 |
| Model Year | 2018 |
| Series | 106 Medium Duty |
| 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 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 |
| Manufacturer | DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA LLC The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant City | MT. HOLLY Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record. |
| Plant State | NORTH CAROLINA |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Engine Model | Cummins L9 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 | 9 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 | 6x4 Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy. |
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
| BASIC Category | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Hazmat | 2 | ! Moderate |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | — Minor |
| Unsafe Driving | 1 | — Minor |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 1 | — Minor |
| Driver Fitness | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator & inspection history
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