VIN 1XPBA47X2MD747337 — 2021 Peterbilt 579
Recorded with R And K Logistics Llc · USDOT 2205609
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 1XPBA47X2MD747337 |
| Model year | 2021 |
| Make | Peterbilt |
| Model | 579 |
| Vehicle type | TRUCK TRACTOR |
| License plate | PA AH01884 (Pennsylvania) |
| Inspection window | 2025-02-18 to 2026-05-11 |
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.
| Observed dates | VIN | Plate | Reported carrier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-05-11 | 1XPBA47X2MD747337 | PA AH01884 | R AND K LOGISTICS LLC · USDOT 2205609 |
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
R And K Logistics Llc Active
- USDOT
- 2205609
- MC
- 765317
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Bethlehem, PA
- Power units
- 194
- Drivers
- 146
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 315
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 2
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 9%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-05-11). 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.What this means
1XPBA47X2MD747337 is a 2021 Peterbilt 579 operated by R And K Logistics Llc (USDOT 2205609). License plate on its inspection records: PA AH01884. 2 roadside inspections 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
2021 Peterbilt 579 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1XPBA47X2MD747337. 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 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg)) places it in Class 7 heavy-duty (26,001–33,000 lb) — large straight trucks, often requiring a CDL.
Roadside inspection & out-of-service record
This specific vehicle appears in 2 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2025-02-18 and 2026-05-11. Across those inspections it was never placed out of service. Its most recent inspection (2026-05-11) was in North Carolina, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. No violations were recorded against this vehicle in our inspection window.
Operator history
Operated by R And K Logistics Llc (USDOT 2205609) from 2025-02-18 to 2026-05-11 — 2 inspections, none out of service.
Recalls & owner complaints
2 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2021 Peterbilt 579 platform. The most recent, 23V423000, concerns paccar, incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2021-2023 peterbilt 579 vehicles equipped with mx-13 engines and 160-amp alternators. a … 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. Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA against this make/model/year.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | PETERBILT |
| Model | 579 |
| Model Year | 2021 |
| Vehicle Type | TRUCK NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN. |
| Body Class | Truck-Tractor The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway. |
| G V W R | Class 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg) Class 7 heavy-duty (26,001–33,000 lb) — large straight trucks, often requiring a CDL |
| Manufacturer | PETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant City | DENTON Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record. |
| Plant State | TEXAS |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Engine Model | ISX The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability. |
| Engine Configuration | In-Line Cylinder layout (e.g. inline-6), the dominant configuration in Class 8 diesels. |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 |
| Displacement L | 15 Engine displacement in liters — bigger generally means more torque for heavy loads. |
| Fuel Type Primary | Diesel Primary fuel — diesel dominates heavy trucking; CNG/electric change maintenance and range. |
| Brake System Type | Air Air vs hydraulic brakes — air brakes are standard on heavy trucks and require an endorsement. |
| Drive Type | 4x2 Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy. |
Operator & inspection history
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2 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
Issue: PACCAR, Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Peterbilt 579 vehicles equipped with MX-13 engines and 160-amp alternators. A fastener on the front spring bracket may have been installed with the head on the outside of the frame rail, which can chafe and damage the alternator positive
Risk: A damaged alternator cable increases the risk of a fire.
Fix: Dealers will replace the frame fastener and secure the alternator cable, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for t
Issue: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2021 Peterbilt 348 and 579 vehicles. The spring brake chamber may have been assembled with incorrect springs that were out of specification, which may cause the pressure plate to shift.
Risk: The pressure plate may tear the diaphragm, causing a loss of air pressure and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace brake chambers, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on July 9, 2021. Owners may contact PACCAR (Peterbilt) customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 21PBE.
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