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VIN 1NPFXBTX94D818246 — 2004 Peterbilt 378

Recorded with C & R Construction Llc · USDOT 2828693

1 recall apply

Vehicle identity

VIN1NPFXBTX94D818246
Model year2004
MakePeterbilt
Model378
Vehicle typeSTRAIGHT TRUCK
License plateMD E70024D (Maryland)
Inspection window2024-10-11 to 2025-03-11

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
2025-03-111NPFXBTX94D818246MD E70024DC & R CONSTRUCTION LLC · USDOT 2828693

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

C & R Construction Llc Active

USDOT
2828693
MC
—
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Beltsville, MD
Power units
6
Drivers
6
Inspections (24 mo)
18
Crashes (24 mo)
2
Vehicle OOS rate
40%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2025-03-11). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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VIN
1NPFXBTX94D818246
Year/Make
2004 Peterbilt
Inspections
1
Open recalls
1

What this means

1NPFXBTX94D818246 is a 2004 Peterbilt 378 operated by C & R Construction Llc (USDOT 2828693). License plate on its inspection records: MD E70024D. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. 2 out-of-service results on record. 1 NHTSA recall matches the year/make/model.

What this VIN is

2004 Peterbilt 378 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1NPFXBTX94D818246. 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 1 FMCSA roadside inspection between 2024-10-11 and 2025-03-11. Its records show 2 out-of-service violations across 1 inspection. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 vehicle, 1 driver. Its most recent inspection (2025-03-11) was in District of Columbia, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. Of 1 recorded violation, the most come from Controlled Substances (1). Controlled Substances covers alcohol and controlled-substance rules.

Operator history

Operated by C & R Construction Llc (USDOT 2828693) from 2024-10-11 to 2025-03-11 — 1 inspection, 2 out-of-service.

Recalls & owner complaints

1 NHTSA safety recall has been issued for the 2004 Peterbilt 378 platform. The most recent, 13V593000, concerns paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2004-2013 peterbilt 379, 357, 378, 367, 388, 365, 389, 385 and 386 trucks manufactured fro… 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
Model378
Model Year2004
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 TypeOther
Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy.
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
BASIC CategoryViolationsStatus
Controlled Substances1— Minor
Vehicle Maintenance0✓ Clean
Unsafe Driving0✓ Clean
Driver Fitness0✓ Clean
Fatigued Driving (HOS)0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Out-of-Service breakdown:
Driver OOS: 1 · Vehicle OOS: 1 · Hazmat OOS: 0
Operator & inspection history
Operated by C & R CONSTRUCTION LLC (DOT 2828693)2024-10-11 → 2025-03-11
1 inspections · 2 OOS · 1 violations
Last inspected in District of Columbia · Level III — driver and paperwork only · Plate MD E70024D
Related vehicles
Other vehicles operated by C & R Construction Llc
Nearby VINs in our inspection database
1 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
NHTSA Campaign
13V593000

Issue: Paccar Incorporated (Paccar) is recalling certain 2004-2013 Peterbilt 379, 357, 378, 367, 388, 365, 389, 385 and 386 trucks manufactured from April 3, 2003, through October 25, 2013 and equipped with tri-drive rear axles and a tag or pusher axle. The affected vehicles may be missing required inform

Risk: As a result, the axles may be overloaded or the wrong tires could be installed or the tires could be improperly inflated. All of these issues increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Peterbilt will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the certification labels missing the necessary information. The recall is expected to begin in January 2014. Customers can contact Peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000. Peterbilt's number fo

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 1NPFXBTX94D818246 decode to?
VIN 1NPFXBTX94D818246 decodes to a 2004 Peterbilt 378 — body: Truck; GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above); engine: 3306/C15/C16; fuel: Diesel.
Why was 2004 Peterbilt 378 VIN 1NPFXBTX94D818246 placed out of service?
This vehicle has 2 out-of-service violations across 1 inspection. By type: 1 vehicle, 1 driver. Most of its violations are in Controlled Substances (1), which covers alcohol and controlled-substance rules.
Are there recalls on VIN 1NPFXBTX94D818246?
1 NHTSA recall matches the 2004 Peterbilt 378 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 1NPFXBTX94D818246?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: MD E70024D (Maryland).

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