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VIN 1NPXLB9X38D750166 — 2008 Peterbilt 389

Recorded with Earth Petroleum Llc · USDOT 3942664

1 recall apply

Vehicle identity

VIN1NPXLB9X38D750166
Model year2008
MakePeterbilt
Model389
Vehicle typeSTRAIGHT TRUCK
License plateCO DUKR30 (Colorado)
Inspection window2024-09-26 to 2025-03-26

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
2025-03-261NPXLB9X38D750166CO DUKR30EARTH PETROLEUM LLC · USDOT 3942664

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

Earth Petroleum Llc Active

USDOT
3942664
MC
—
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Fort Lupton, CO
Power units
2
Drivers
2
Inspections (24 mo)
6
Crashes (24 mo)
0
Vehicle OOS rate
0%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2025-03-26). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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VIN
1NPXLB9X38D750166
Year/Make
2008 Peterbilt
Inspections
2
Open recalls
1

What this means

1NPXLB9X38D750166 is a 2008 Peterbilt 389 operated by Earth Petroleum Llc (USDOT 3942664). License plate on its inspection records: CO DUKR30. 2 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record. 1 NHTSA recall matches the year/make/model.

What this VIN is

2008 Peterbilt 389 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1NPXLB9X38D750166. 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 2024-09-26 and 2025-03-26. Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 2 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 driver. Its most recent inspection (2025-03-26) was in Colorado, a Level I — full inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 4 recorded violations, the most come from Unsafe Driving (2), followed by Vehicle Maintenance (1). Unsafe Driving covers speeding, improper lane changes and other moving violations.

Operator history

Operated by Earth Petroleum Llc (USDOT 3942664) from 2024-09-26 to 2025-03-26 — 2 inspections, 1 out-of-service.

Recalls & owner complaints

1 NHTSA safety recall has been issued for the 2008 Peterbilt 389 platform. The most recent, 14V145000, concerns paccar, inc. (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 peterbilt 365, 367, 388, 389 trucks manufactured october 6, 2007, through se… 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
Model389
Model Year2008
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
Unsafe Driving2! Moderate
Vehicle Maintenance1— Minor
Driver Fitness1— Minor
Fatigued Driving (HOS)0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Out-of-Service breakdown:
Driver OOS: 1 · Vehicle OOS: 0 · Hazmat OOS: 0
Operator & inspection history
Operated by EARTH PETROLEUM LLC (DOT 3942664)2024-09-26 → 2025-03-26
2 inspections · 1 OOS · 4 violations
Last inspected in Colorado · Level I — full inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate CO DUKR30
Related vehicles
Other vehicles operated by Earth Petroleum Llc
Nearby VINs in our inspection database
1 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
NHTSA Campaign
14V145000

Issue: PACCAR, Inc. (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 Peterbilt 365, 367, 388, 389 trucks manufactured October 6, 2007, through September 23, 2013. The affected vehicles were built with 16.5" x 7" front drum brakes and Bendix ES-420 brake linings installed on front axles rated to carry be

Risk: The improper brake configuration could lengthen the braking distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: PACCAR will notify owners and dealers will install new 16.5" x 7" brake shoes with ES-600 linings, free of charge. The recall began on June 20, 2014. Owners may contact at Peterbilt at 1-800-473-8372. Peterbilt's number for this recall is 314-D.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 1NPXLB9X38D750166 decode to?
VIN 1NPXLB9X38D750166 decodes to a 2008 Peterbilt 389 — body: Truck; GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above); engine: 3306/C15/C16; fuel: Diesel.
Why was 2008 Peterbilt 389 VIN 1NPXLB9X38D750166 placed out of service?
This vehicle has 1 out-of-service violation across 2 inspections. By type: 1 driver. Most of its violations are in Unsafe Driving (2), which covers speeding, improper lane changes and other moving violations.
Are there recalls on VIN 1NPXLB9X38D750166?
1 NHTSA recall matches the 2008 Peterbilt 389 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 1NPXLB9X38D750166?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: CO DUKR30 (Colorado).

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