VIN 1HTWAAAR49J107878 — 2009 International (INTERNATIO) SA515
Recorded with Metal Garage Inc · USDOT 2184862
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 1HTWAAAR49J107878 |
| Model year | 2009 |
| Make | International (INTERNATIO) |
| Model | SA515 |
| Vehicle type | STRAIGHT TRUCK |
| License plate | SC 106433FM (South Carolina) |
| Last inspected | 2026-07-07 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-07 | 1HTWAAAR49J107878 | SC 106433FM | METAL GARAGE INC · USDOT 2184862 |
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
Metal Garage Inc Active
- USDOT
- 2184862
- MC
- —
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Greenwood, SC
- Power units
- 2
- Drivers
- 2
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 1
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 0
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 0%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-07-07). 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.What this means
1HTWAAAR49J107878 is a 2009 International SA515 operated by Metal Garage Inc (USDOT 2184862). License plate on its inspection records: SC 106433FM. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. 2 out-of-service results on record.
What this VIN is
2009 International SA515 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1HTWAAAR49J107878. It is a truck built by INTERNATIONAL MOTORS, LLC at the GARLAND, TEXAS plant. Powertrain: International DT466/Maxxforce DT engine, 7.636371824L 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 1 FMCSA roadside inspection (most recent activity 2026-07-07). Its records show 2 out-of-service violations across 1 inspection. Out-of-service breakdown: 2 driver. Its most recent inspection (2026-07-07) was in South Carolina, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. Of 2 recorded violations, the most come from Driver Fitness (2). Driver Fitness covers licensing, CDL class and medical certificate requirements.
Operator history
Operated by Metal Garage Inc (USDOT 2184862) on 2026-07-07 — 1 inspection, 2 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | INTERNATIONAL |
| Model | SA515 |
| Model Year | 2009 |
| Series | WorkStar 7300 |
| 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 | INTERNATIONAL MOTORS, LLC The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant City | GARLAND Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record. |
| Plant State | TEXAS |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Engine Model | International DT466/Maxxforce DT The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability. |
| Displacement L | 7.636371824 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Fitness | 2 | ! Moderate |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Unsafe Driving | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator & inspection history
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