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VIN 1GKS2AE02DR281242 — 2013 GMC Yukon

Recorded with Duncan's Motel Inc · USDOT 1268925

2 recalls apply

Vehicle identity

VIN1GKS2AE02DR281242
Model year2013
MakeGMC
ModelYukon
Vehicle typeBUS
License plateWV H2817 (West Virginia)
Inspection window2024-10-08 to 2026-10-23

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.

Earliest and latest dates below are observations we have retained, not registration dates.
Observed datesVINPlateReported carrier
2026-10-231GKS2AE02DR281242WV H2817DUNCAN'S MOTEL INC · USDOT 1268925

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

Duncan's Motel Inc Active

USDOT
1268925
MC
375663
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Sylvester, WV
Power units
9
Drivers
6
Inspections (24 mo)
17
Crashes (24 mo)
0
Vehicle OOS rate
0%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-10-23). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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VIN
1GKS2AE02DR281242
Year/Make
2013 GMC
Inspections
3
Open recalls
2

What this means

1GKS2AE02DR281242 is a 2013 GMC Yukon operated by Duncan's Motel Inc (USDOT 1268925). License plate on its inspection records: WV H2817. 3 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. No out-of-service violations are recorded for this VIN in the available inspection records. Other violations may still be present. 2 NHTSA recalls match the year/make/model.

What this VIN is

2013 GMC Yukon is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1GKS2AE02DR281242. It is a sport utility vehicle [suv]/multipurpose vehicle [mpv] built by GENERAL MOTORS LLC at the ARLINGTON, TEXAS plant. Powertrain: LMG - Flex Fuel (Gas/ALC), Cylinder Deactivation Iron engine, 5.3L displacement, running on flexible fuel vehicle (ffv). Its gross vehicle weight rating (Class 2F: 7,001 - 8,000 lb (3,175 - 3,629 kg)) places it in Class 1–2 light-duty (up to 10,000 lb) — pickups and vans.

Roadside inspection & out-of-service record

This specific vehicle appears in 3 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2024-10-08 and 2026-10-23. Across those inspections it was never placed out of service. Its most recent inspection (2026-10-23) was in West Virginia, a Level I — full inspection of the driver and the vehicle. No violations were recorded against this vehicle in our inspection window.

Operator history

Operated by Duncan's Motel Inc (USDOT 1268925) from 2024-10-08 to 2026-10-23 — 3 inspections, none out of service.

Recalls & owner complaints

2 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2013 GMC Yukon platform. The most recent, 14V614000, concerns general motors llc (gm) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 cadillac cts, escalade, escalade esv, chevrolet suburban, tahoe, gmc yukon… 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.

Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
MakeGMC
ModelYukon
Model Year2013
Series1/2 Ton
TrimSLE
Vehicle TypeMULTIPURPOSE PASSENGER VEHICLE (MPV)
NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN.
Body ClassSport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]
The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway.
G V W RClass 2F: 7,001 - 8,000 lb (3,175 - 3,629 kg)
Class 1–2 light-duty (up to 10,000 lb) — pickups and vans
ManufacturerGENERAL MOTORS LLC
The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database.
Plant CityARLINGTON
Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record.
Plant StateTEXAS
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Engine ModelLMG - Flex Fuel (Gas/ALC), Cylinder Deactivation Iron
The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability.
Engine ConfigurationV-Shaped
Cylinder layout (e.g. inline-6), the dominant configuration in Class 8 diesels.
Engine Cylinders8
Displacement L5.3
Engine displacement in liters — bigger generally means more torque for heavy loads.
Fuel Type PrimaryFlexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV)
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 Type4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy.
Doors4
Operator & inspection history
Operated by DUNCAN'S MOTEL INC (DOT 1268925)2024-10-08 → 2026-10-23
3 inspections · 0 OOS · 0 violations
Last inspected in West Virginia · Level I — full inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate WV H2817
Related vehicles
Other vehicles operated by Duncan's Motel Inc
Nearby VINs in our inspection database
2 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
NHTSA Campaign
14V614000

Issue: General Motors LLC (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 Cadillac CTS, Escalade, Escalade ESV, Chevrolet Suburban, Tahoe, GMC Yukon, and Yukon XL, and 2014 Buick Enclave, Chevrolet Express, Impala, Silverado HD, Traverse, GMC Acadia, Savana, and Sierra HD vehicles. In the affected vehicles

Risk: If the module experiences an electrical short, the vehicle could stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will replace the chassis electronic module, free of charge. The recall began on December 26, 2014. Owners may contact GM customer service at 1-800-521-7300 (Buick), 1-800-458-006 (Cadillac), 1-800-222-1020 (Chevro

NHTSA Campaign
13V001000

Issue: General Motors (GM) is recalling certain model year 2013 Cadillac Escalade, Escalade ESV, and Escalade EXT; Chevrolet Avalanche, Express, Silverado HD, Silverado LD, Suburban, and Tahoe; and GMC Savana, Sierra HD, Sierra LD, Yukon, and Yukon XL vehicles, manufactured between November 7, 2012, throug

Risk: As a result, the vehicle may shift from Park with the ignition key removed or the ignition key in the OFF position. The vehicle may also shift out of Park without application of the brake pedal while the key is off. Either of these scenarios may cau

Fix: GM will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the affected vehicles and replace the steering column as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on January 21, 2013. Chevrolet owners may call 1-800-630-2438. Cadillac owners may call 1-866-982-

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 1GKS2AE02DR281242 decode to?
VIN 1GKS2AE02DR281242 decodes to a 2013 GMC Yukon — body: Sport Utility Vehicle [SUV]/Multipurpose Vehicle [MPV]; GVWR: Class 2F: 7,001 - 8,000 lb (3,175 - 3,629 kg); engine: LMG - Flex Fuel (Gas/ALC), Cylinder Deactivation Iron; fuel: Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV).
Does VIN 1GKS2AE02DR281242 have a clean inspection record?
Across 3 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2024-10-08 and 2026-10-23, this vehicle was never placed out of service, and no violations were recorded.
Are there recalls on VIN 1GKS2AE02DR281242?
2 NHTSA recalls match the 2013 GMC Yukon 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 1GKS2AE02DR281242?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: WV H2817 (West Virginia).

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