VIN 1HTWDAAR68J644418 — 2008 International (INTL) SA525
Recorded with Michael E Wardell · USDOT 3028086
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 1HTWDAAR68J644418 |
| Model year | 2008 |
| Make | International (INTL) |
| Model | SA525 |
| Vehicle type | STRAIGHT TRUCK |
| License plate | NJ XJUE36 (New Jersey) |
| Last inspected | 2024-12-06 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-12-06 | 1HTWDAAR68J644418 | NJ XJUE36 | MICHAEL E WARDELL · USDOT 3028086 |
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
Michael E Wardell Active
- USDOT
- 3028086
- MC
- —
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Tinton Falls, NJ
- Power units
- 5
- Drivers
- 2
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 3
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 0
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 100%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2024-12-06). 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
1HTWDAAR68J644418 is a 2008 International SA525 operated by Michael E Wardell (USDOT 3028086). License plate on its inspection records: NJ XJUE36. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. 2 out-of-service results on record.
What this VIN is
2008 International SA525 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1HTWDAAR68J644418. 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 2024-12-06). Its records show 2 out-of-service violations across 1 inspection. Out-of-service breakdown: 2 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2024-12-06) was in New Jersey, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 9 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (8), followed by Unsafe Driving (1). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Operator history
Operated by Michael E Wardell (USDOT 3028086) on 2024-12-06 — 1 inspection, 2 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | INTERNATIONAL |
| Model | SA525 |
| Model Year | 2008 |
| Series | WorkStar 7400 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 8 | ⚠ High |
| Unsafe Driving | 1 | — Minor |
| Driver Fitness | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator & inspection history
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