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VIN 1XP4D49X9CD123739 — 2012 Peterbilt 587

Recorded with Melvin R Arias · USDOT 3885360

2 recalls apply

Vehicle identity

VIN1XP4D49X9CD123739
Model year2012
MakePeterbilt
Model587
Vehicle typeTRUCK TRACTOR
License plateTX 88P640N (Texas)
Last inspected2026-10-01

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
2026-10-011XP4D49X9CD123739TX 88P640NMELVIN R ARIAS · USDOT 3885360

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

Melvin R Arias Active

USDOT
3885360
MC
—
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Houston, TX
Power units
2
Drivers
2
Inspections (24 mo)
3
Crashes (24 mo)
0
Vehicle OOS rate
66.7%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-10-01). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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VIN
1XP4D49X9CD123739
Year/Make
2012 Peterbilt
Inspections
1
Open recalls
2
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What this means

1XP4D49X9CD123739 is a 2012 Peterbilt 587 operated by Melvin R Arias (USDOT 3885360). License plate on its inspection records: TX 88P640N. 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. 2 NHTSA recalls match the year/make/model.

What this VIN is

2012 Peterbilt 587 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1XP4D49X9CD123739. It is a truck-tractor built by PETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY at the DENTON, TEXAS plant. Powertrain: ISX engine, 15L 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 2026-10-01). Across those inspections it was never placed out of service. Its most recent inspection (2026-10-01) was in Texas, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. No violations were recorded against this vehicle in our inspection window.

Operator history

Operated by Melvin R Arias (USDOT 3885360) on 2026-10-01 — 1 inspection, none out of service.

Recalls & owner complaints

2 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2012 Peterbilt 587 platform. The most recent, 15V641000, concerns paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 peterbilt 579 and 587 trucks manufactured february 14, 2011, to decem… 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
Model587
Model Year2012
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
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 ModelISX
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 L15
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.
Operator & inspection history
Operated by MELVIN R ARIAS (DOT 3885360)Last seen 2026-10-01
1 inspections · 0 OOS · 0 violations
Last inspected in Texas · Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate TX 88P640N
Related vehicles
Other vehicles operated by Melvin R Arias
2 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
NHTSA Campaign
15V641000

Issue: Paccar Incorporated (Paccar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 Peterbilt 579 and 587 trucks manufactured February 14, 2011, to December 5, 2012 and 2011 Kenworth T700 trucks manufactured September 21, 2010, to October 1, 2010. The affected trucks are equipped with Fontaine Ultra LT Fifth Wh

Risk: If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly detach from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fifth wheel with an Ultra NT model fifth wheel, free of charge. The recall began on December 7, 2015. Owners may contact Kenworth customer service at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt customer servi

NHTSA Campaign
11V331000

Issue: PACCAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 PETERBILT 587 TRACTORS, MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 12, 2011, THROUGH MAY 20, 2011, EQUIPPED WITH MERITOR'S MAXTON DRIVELINE ASSEMBLIES. THE TUBING MAY HAVE A SEAM WELD WITH INSUFFICIENT BONDING. THE AFFECTED DRIVELINE ASSEMBLIES ARE RPL25 COUPLING SHAFTS

Risk: THIS CAN RESULT IN SEAM WELD FRACTURE WHEN TORQUE IS APPLIED. ONCE THE TUBE SEAM WELD IS FRACTURED, THE DRIVELINE MAY BECOME INOPERABLE WHICH MAY RESULT IN A DISABLED VEHICLE OR DEBRIS FROM THE DRIVELINE MAY FALL ON THE ROADWAY, BOTH OF WHICH CAN IN

Fix: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MAIN DRIVE SHAFT, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 11, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PACCAR AT 1-425-468-7400.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 1XP4D49X9CD123739 decode to?
VIN 1XP4D49X9CD123739 decodes to a 2012 Peterbilt 587 — body: Truck-Tractor; GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above); engine: ISX; fuel: Diesel.
Does VIN 1XP4D49X9CD123739 have a clean inspection record?
Across 1 FMCSA roadside inspection (latest 2026-10-01), this vehicle was never placed out of service, and no violations were recorded.
Are there recalls on VIN 1XP4D49X9CD123739?
2 NHTSA recalls match the 2012 Peterbilt 587 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 1XP4D49X9CD123739?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: TX 88P640N (Texas).

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