VIN 1FVXF8CS1HHHL1968 — 2017 Freightliner (FREIGHTLIN) M2
Recorded with Howes Oil Co Inc · USDOT 12728
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 1FVXF8CS1HHHL1968 |
| Model year | 2017 |
| Make | Freightliner (FREIGHTLIN) |
| Model | M2 |
| Vehicle type | STRAIGHT TRUCK |
| License plate | SD 87455C (South Dakota) |
| Last inspected | 2026-03-23 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-03-23 | 1FVXF8CS1HHHL1968 | SD 87455C | HOWES OIL CO INC · USDOT 12728 |
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
Howes Oil Co Inc Active
- USDOT
- 12728
- MC
- 176951
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Carrier & Shipper
- Based in
- Sioux Falls, SD
- Power units
- 39
- Drivers
- 20
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 30
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 0
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 8.7%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-03-23). 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.What this means
1FVXF8CS1HHHL1968 is a 2017 Freightliner M2 operated by Howes Oil Co Inc (USDOT 12728). License plate on its inspection records: SD 87455C. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record.
What this VIN is
2017 Freightliner M2 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1FVXF8CS1HHHL1968. It is a incomplete - glider built by DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA LLC at the MT. HOLLY, NORTH CAROLINA plant. Powertrain: HEXAGON-PURUS engine, 6.4L displacement, running on electric. 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 2026-03-23). Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 1 inspection. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 hazmat. Its most recent inspection (2026-03-23) was in South Dakota, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 3 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 Howes Oil Co Inc (USDOT 12728) on 2026-03-23 — 1 inspection, 1 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | FREIGHTLINER |
| Model | M2 |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Series | 106 Medium |
| Vehicle Type | INCOMPLETE VEHICLE NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN. |
| Body Class | Incomplete - Glider The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway. |
| G V W R | Class 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 |
| 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 | HEXAGON-PURUS 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 | Electric 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 | Glider 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 | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Driver Fitness | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator & inspection history
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