Skip to main content
O Trucking
Vehicle Detail

VIN 1XKWDB9X71R875166 — 2001 Kenworth W900

Recorded with Superior Steel Sales Llc · USDOT 2303443

3 recalls apply

Vehicle identity

VIN1XKWDB9X71R875166
Model year2001
MakeKenworth
ModelW900
Vehicle typeTRUCK TRACTOR
License plateMO 22KS0N (Missouri)
Last inspected2026-09-16

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
2026-09-161XKWDB9X71R875166MO 22KS0NSUPERIOR STEEL SALES LLC · USDOT 2303443

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

Superior Steel Sales Llc Active

USDOT
2303443
MC
—
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Carthage, MO
Power units
7
Drivers
7
Inspections (24 mo)
12
Crashes (24 mo)
0
Vehicle OOS rate
37.5%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-09-16). 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.
VIN
1XKWDB9X71R875166
Year/Make
2001 Kenworth
Inspections
1
Open recalls
3

What this means

1XKWDB9X71R875166 is a 2001 Kenworth W900 operated by Superior Steel Sales Llc (USDOT 2303443). License plate on its inspection records: MO 22KS0N. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. No out-of-service violations are recorded for this VIN in the available inspection records. Other violations may still be present. 3 NHTSA recalls match the year/make/model.

What this VIN is

2001 Kenworth W900 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1XKWDB9X71R875166. It is a truck-tractor built by KENWORTH TRUCK COMPANY at the RENTON, WASHINGTON plant. Powertrain: 3406 engine, 14.6L 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 2026-09-16). Across those inspections it was never placed out of service. Its most recent inspection (2026-09-16) was in Alabama, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 4 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (2), followed by Unsafe Driving (1). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.

Operator history

Operated by Superior Steel Sales Llc (USDOT 2303443) on 2026-09-16 — 1 inspection, none out of service.

Recalls & owner complaints

3 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2001 Kenworth W900 platform. The most recent, 03V234000, concerns on certain heavy duty trucks equipped with vertical tail pipes, the frame access grabhandle is mounted too high.… 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)
MakeKENWORTH
ModelW900
Model Year2001
Vehicle TypeTRUCK
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
ManufacturerKENWORTH TRUCK COMPANY
The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database.
Plant CityRENTON
Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record.
Plant StateWASHINGTON
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Engine Model3406
The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability.
Engine ConfigurationIn-Line
Cylinder layout (e.g. inline-6), the dominant configuration in Class 8 diesels.
Engine Cylinders6
Displacement L14.6
Engine displacement in liters — bigger generally means more torque for heavy loads.
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 Maintenance2! Moderate
Unsafe Driving1— Minor
Fatigued Driving (HOS)1— Minor
Driver Fitness0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Operator & inspection history
Operated by SUPERIOR STEEL SALES LLC (DOT 2303443)Last seen 2026-09-16
1 inspections · 0 OOS · 4 violations
Last inspected in Alabama · Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate MO 22KS0N
Related vehicles
Other vehicles operated by Superior Steel Sales Llc
Nearby VINs in our inspection database
3 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
NHTSA Campaign
03V234000

Issue: ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH VERTICAL TAIL PIPES, THE FRAME ACCESS GRABHANDLE IS MOUNTED TOO HIGH.

Risk: THIS CONDITION COULD CAUSE A PERSON TO SLIP AND/OR FALL AND COULD LEAD TO PERSONAL INJURY.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE GRABHANDLE LOCATION AND IF DETERMINED TO BE MOUNTED TOO HIGH, THE HANDLE WILL BE RELOCATED TO THE PROPER HEIGHT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN JULY 29, 2003. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT KENWORTH AT 1-425-828-5440.

NHTSA Campaign
01V335000

Issue: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS. THE DRIVELINE U-JOINT FASTENERS AT THE OUTPUT YOKE OF THE TRANSMISSION WERE IMPROPERLY TIGHTENED.

Risk: UNDER-TIGHTENED FASTENERS CAN LEAD TO THE DRIVELINE BECOMING DETACHED FROM THE VEHICLE RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE OR PERSONAL INJURY.

Fix: DEALERS WILL TIGHTEN THE DRIVELINE FASTENERS TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 26, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE THE FREE REMEDY WITHIN A

NHTSA Campaign
01V305000

Issue: VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 103, "WINDSHIELD DEFROSTING AND DEFOGGING SYSTEMS." THE MODE DOOR IN AN HVAC SYSTEM CAN BECOME INOPERABLE. THE MODE DOOR CAM AND ACTUATOR COULD BIND, CAUSING THE CAM RETAINING TABS TO SHEAR OFF.

Risk: THIS FAILURE MAY INHIBIT THE ABILITY TO DIRECT AIR BLOWING FROM THE HVAC SYSTEM TO THE WINDSHIELD, POTENTIALLY REDUCING THE DRIVER'S VISIBILITY.

Fix: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE MODE DOOR OPERATION AND REPLACE THE HVAC CAB MODE HOUSING ASSEMBLY IF NECESSARY. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN NOVEMBER 7, 2001. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RE

Related

Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 1XKWDB9X71R875166 decode to?
VIN 1XKWDB9X71R875166 decodes to a 2001 Kenworth W900 — body: Truck-Tractor; GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above); engine: 3406; fuel: Diesel.
Does VIN 1XKWDB9X71R875166 have a clean inspection record?
Across 1 FMCSA roadside inspection (latest 2026-09-16), this vehicle was never placed out of service; 4 violations were recorded.
Are there recalls on VIN 1XKWDB9X71R875166?
3 NHTSA recalls match the 2001 Kenworth W900 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 1XKWDB9X71R875166?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: MO 22KS0N (Missouri).

Vetting a used truck purchase?

Tell us what you're looking for and we'll send matching new or used trucks — no obligation.

Prefer to talk? Call (682) 978-8641 · We reply within 1 business day. No spam.

Ready to Grow Your Trucking Business?

Dispatch support for your trucking business. Explore our current service options.