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VIN 1NPWDB9X49N771273 — 2009 Peterbilt (PTRB) 388

Recorded with Bud Express Inc · USDOT 3527264

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Vehicle identity

VIN1NPWDB9X49N771273
Model year2009
MakePeterbilt (PTRB)
Model388
Vehicle typeTRUCK TRACTOR
License plateCT 65846A (Connecticut)
Inspection window2025-10-24 to 2026-02-17

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
2026-02-171NPWDB9X49N771273CT 65846ABUD EXPRESS INC · USDOT 3527264

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

Bud Express Inc Active

USDOT
3527264
MC
1172934
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Lynn, MA
Power units
1
Drivers
1
Inspections (24 mo)
3
Crashes (24 mo)
0
Vehicle OOS rate
100%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-02-17). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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VIN
1NPWDB9X49N771273
Year/Make
2009 Peterbilt (PTRB)
Inspections
3
Open recalls
0

What this means

1NPWDB9X49N771273 is a 2009 Peterbilt 388 operated by Bud Express Inc (USDOT 3527264). License plate on its inspection records: CT 65846A. 3 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record.

What this VIN is

2009 Peterbilt 388 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1NPWDB9X49N771273. It is a truck-tractor built by PETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY at the MADISON, TENNESSEE 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 3 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2025-10-24 and 2026-02-17. Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 3 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-02-17) was in Arizona, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 6 recorded violations, the most come from Fatigued Driving (HOS) (3), followed by Vehicle Maintenance (2). Fatigued Driving (HOS) covers hours-of-service limits and logbook / ELD records.

Operator history

Operated by Bud Express Inc (USDOT 3527264) from 2025-10-24 to 2026-02-17 — 3 inspections, 1 out-of-service.

Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
MakePETERBILT
Model388
Model Year2009
Vehicle TypeINCOMPLETE VEHICLE
NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN.
Body ClassTruck-Tractor
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 CityMADISON
Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record.
Plant StateTENNESSEE
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
Fatigued Driving (HOS)3! Moderate
Vehicle Maintenance2! Moderate
Unsafe Driving1— Minor
Driver Fitness0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Operator & inspection history
Operated by BUD EXPRESS INC (DOT 3527264)2025-10-24 → 2026-02-17
3 inspections · 1 OOS · 6 violations
Last inspected in Arizona · Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate CT 65846A
Related vehicles
Other vehicles operated by Bud Express Inc
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 1NPWDB9X49N771273 decode to?
VIN 1NPWDB9X49N771273 decodes to a 2009 Peterbilt 388 — body: Truck-Tractor; GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above); engine: 3306/C15/C16; fuel: Diesel. The make is filed with FMCSA as PTRB.
Why was 2009 Peterbilt 388 VIN 1NPWDB9X49N771273 placed out of service?
This vehicle has 1 out-of-service violation across 3 inspections. By type: 1 vehicle. Most of its violations are in Fatigued Driving (HOS) (3), which covers hours-of-service limits and logbook / ELD records.
What license plate is on VIN 1NPWDB9X49N771273?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: CT 65846A (Connecticut).

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