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VIN 1NP5LBEX56D652279 — 2006 Peterbilt 379

Recorded with Nj Site & Utility Contractors Inc · USDOT 2562457

3 recalls apply

Vehicle identity

VIN1NP5LBEX56D652279
Model year2006
MakePeterbilt
Model379
Vehicle typeTRUCK TRACTOR
License plateNJ XFTA34 (New Jersey)
Inspection window2026-02-06 to 2026-04-23

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
2026-04-231NP5LBEX56D652279NJ XFTA34NJ SITE & UTILITY CONTRACTORS INC · USDOT 2562457

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

Nj Site & Utility Contractors Inc Active

USDOT
2562457
MC
—
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Toms River, NJ
Power units
36
Drivers
33
Inspections (24 mo)
27
Crashes (24 mo)
1
Vehicle OOS rate
10%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-04-23). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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VIN
1NP5LBEX56D652279
Year/Make
2006 Peterbilt
Inspections
2
Open recalls
3

What this means

1NP5LBEX56D652279 is a 2006 Peterbilt 379 operated by Nj Site & Utility Contractors Inc (USDOT 2562457). License plate on its inspection records: NJ XFTA34. 2 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record. 3 NHTSA recalls match the year/make/model.

What this VIN is

2006 Peterbilt 379 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1NP5LBEX56D652279. It is a truck built by PETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY at the DENTON, TEXAS plant. Powertrain: 3306/C15/C16 engine, 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 2 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2026-02-06 and 2026-04-23. Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 2 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-04-23) was in New Jersey, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 14 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (14). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.

Operator history

Operated by Nj Site & Utility Contractors Inc (USDOT 2562457) from 2026-02-06 to 2026-04-23 — 2 inspections, 1 out-of-service.

Recalls & owner complaints

3 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2006 Peterbilt 379 platform. The most recent, 15V132000, concerns paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2006-2016 peterbilt 587, 579, 567, 389, 388, 387, 385, 382, 379, 378, 367, 365 … 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)
MakePETERBILT
Model379
Model Year2006
Vehicle TypeINCOMPLETE VEHICLE
NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN.
Body ClassTruck
The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway.
G V W RClass 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
ManufacturerPETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY
The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database.
Plant CityDENTON
Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record.
Plant StateTEXAS
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Engine Model3306/C15/C16
The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability.
Fuel Type PrimaryDiesel
Primary fuel — diesel dominates heavy trucking; CNG/electric change maintenance and range.
Brake System TypeAir
Air vs hydraulic brakes — air brakes are standard on heavy trucks and require an endorsement.
Drive Type6x4
Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy.
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
BASIC CategoryViolationsStatus
Vehicle Maintenance14⚠ High
Unsafe Driving0✓ Clean
Driver Fitness0✓ Clean
Fatigued Driving (HOS)0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Operator & inspection history
Operated by NJ SITE & UTILITY CONTRACTORS INC (DOT 2562457)2026-02-06 → 2026-04-23
2 inspections · 1 OOS · 14 violations
Last inspected in New Jersey · Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate NJ XFTA34
Related vehicles
Other vehicles operated by Nj Site & Utility Contractors Inc
Nearby VINs in our inspection database
3 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
NHTSA Campaign
15V132000

Issue: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2006-2016 Peterbilt 587, 579, 567, 389, 388, 387, 385, 382, 379, 378, 367, 365 and 357 trucks manufactured July 25, 2005, to February 26, 2016. The affected vehicles may be equipped with Tire and Rim Certification Labels that list a tire

Risk: If the tires are underinflated due to the incorrect inflation pressure listed on the label, the truck may not be able to carry the maximum gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) load listed without experiencing tire failure which would increase the risk

Fix: Peterbilt will notify owners and mail them a corrected Tire and Rim certification label, free of charge. The recall began on June 19, 2015. Owners may contact Peterbilt customer service at 1-940-591-4000. PACCAR's number for this recall is 215-D.

NHTSA Campaign
07V033000

Issue: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE FIFTH WHEEL KING PIN RELEASE AIR VALVE INTERNAL SPOOL WAS INSTALLED BACKWARDS. THE AIR OPTION OF THE KING PIN RELEASE SYSTEM WOULD BE INOPERABLE. TO CORRECT THIS SITUATION IN PRODUCTION, THE VEHICLE'S AIR LINES WERE MISTAKENLY REVERSED RATHER THAN REPLACING THE VALVE.

Risk: THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT THE KING PIN CAN RELEASE WITHOUT THE DRIVER'S KNOWLEDGE. WHEN THIS OCCURS, THE DRIVER COULD DRIVE AWAY AND THE TRAILER COULD BECOME DISENGAGED.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FUNCTIONALITY OF THE KING PIN RELEASE SYSTEM AND SUSPECT VALVE. IF ANY VEHICLES HAVE A NON-CONFORMING VALVE OR INCORRECT PLUMBING, IT WILL BE REPLACED AND RE-PLUMBED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 28, 2007. OWNERS MAY CONTA

NHTSA Campaign
06V391000

Issue: ON CERTAIN TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH CHALMERS REAR SUSPENSIONS, THE ADJUSTABLE TORQUE ROD END CASTINGS MAY BE BRITTLE. A BRITTLE ROD END CASTING MAY FRACTURE WITHOUT WARNING, CAUSING THE VEHICLES' REAR AXLES TO BECOME MISALIGNED.

Risk: THIS MISALIGNMENT CAN CAUSE THE VEHICLE TO LOSE DIRECTIONAL STABILITY AT SPEEDS THAT MAY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLES TO DETERMINE IF THEY WERE MANUFACTURED WITH A SUSPECT TORQUE ROD END. IF A SUSPECT TORQUE ROD END IS FOUND, THE ENTIRE TORQUE ROD WILL BE REPLACED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 9, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PETERBILT

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 1NP5LBEX56D652279 decode to?
VIN 1NP5LBEX56D652279 decodes to a 2006 Peterbilt 379 — body: Truck; GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above); engine: 3306/C15/C16; fuel: Diesel.
Why was 2006 Peterbilt 379 VIN 1NP5LBEX56D652279 placed out of service?
This vehicle has 1 out-of-service violation across 2 inspections. By type: 1 vehicle. Most of its violations are in Vehicle Maintenance (14), which covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Are there recalls on VIN 1NP5LBEX56D652279?
3 NHTSA recalls match the 2006 Peterbilt 379 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 1NP5LBEX56D652279?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: NJ XFTA34 (New Jersey).

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