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VIN 1XPBD49X3PD813838 — 2023 Peterbilt 579

Recorded with J. S. Helwig & Son, L.l.c. · USDOT 185183

2 recalls apply

Vehicle identity

VIN1XPBD49X3PD813838
Model year2023
MakePeterbilt
Model579
Vehicle typeTRUCK TRACTOR
License platesTX R834443 (Texas)
GA C6815B (Georgia)
Inspection window2024-11-08 to 2026-06-13

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
2026-06-131XPBD49X3PD813838TX R834443J. S. HELWIG & SON, L.L.C. · USDOT 185183
2025-03-301XPBD49X3PD813838GA C6815BKENNESAW TRANSPORTATION INC · USDOT 192988

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

J. S. Helwig & Son, L.l.c. Active

USDOT
185183
MC
152406
Status
Active
Type
Carrier & Broker
Based in
Terrell, TX
Power units
434
Drivers
376
Inspections (24 mo)
802
Crashes (24 mo)
40
Vehicle OOS rate
22.2%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-06-13). 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.

This vehicle has also been operated by 1 other carrier (listed below).

VIN
1XPBD49X3PD813838
Year/Make
2023 Peterbilt
Inspections
5
Open recalls
2

What this means

1XPBD49X3PD813838 is a 2023 Peterbilt 579 operated by J. S. Helwig & Son, L.l.c. (USDOT 185183). License plates on its inspection records: TX R834443, GA C6815B. 5 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

2023 Peterbilt 579 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1XPBD49X3PD813838. 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 5 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2024-11-08 and 2026-06-13. Across those inspections it was never placed out of service. Its most recent inspection (2026-06-13) was in Texas, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 2 recorded violations, the most come from Fatigued Driving (HOS) (2). Fatigued Driving (HOS) covers hours-of-service limits and logbook / ELD records.

Operator history

This VIN appears under 2 different carriers in our records, oldest first: Kennesaw Transportation Inc (USDOT 192988) from 2024-11-08 to 2025-03-30 — 3 inspections, none out of service; J. S. Helwig & Son, L.l.c. (USDOT 185183) from 2026-03-13 to 2026-06-13 — 2 inspections, none out of service.

Recalls & owner complaints

2 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2023 Peterbilt 579 platform. The most recent, 23V185000, concerns paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2023-2024 peterbilt 579 trucks. the intellipark tractor park valve module (pvm) may inter… 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 3 complaints with NHTSA against this make/model/year.

Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
MakePETERBILT
Model579
Model Year2023
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.
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
BASIC CategoryViolationsStatus
Fatigued Driving (HOS)2! Moderate
Vehicle Maintenance0✓ Clean
Unsafe Driving0✓ Clean
Driver Fitness0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Operator history — 2 carriers operated this VIN
Operated by J. S. HELWIG & SON, L.L.C. (DOT 185183)2026-03-13 → 2026-06-13
2 inspections · 0 OOS · 0 violations
Last inspected in Texas · Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate TX R834443
Operated by KENNESAW TRANSPORTATION INC (DOT 192988)2024-11-08 → 2025-03-30
3 inspections · 0 OOS · 2 violations
Last inspected in California · Level III — driver and paperwork only · Plate GA C6815B
Related vehicles
Other vehicles operated by J. S. Helwig & Son, L.l.c.
Nearby VINs in our inspection database
2 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
NHTSA Campaign
23V185000

Issue: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Peterbilt 579 trucks. The Intellipark Tractor Park Valve Module (PVM) may intermittently become stuck in the un-parked position and fail to move into the park position when the park switch is activated.

Risk: A PVM that fails to move into park can cause a vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the PVM with a new corrected part, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 12, 2023. Owners may contact PACCAR's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 23PBC.

NHTSA Campaign
22V631000

Issue: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2023 Peterbilt 220, 389, 520, 536, 537, 348, 367, 567, 548, 579, and 2023 Kenworth T680, K270, T440, T880, W990, K370, T280, T380, T480, T800, and W900 vehicles. The engine control module (ECM) may experience an internal electrical short-circuit, ca

Risk: An unexpected engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: Dealers will replace the ECM, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 16, 2022. Owners may contact Kenworth's customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbilt's customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numb

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 1XPBD49X3PD813838 decode to?
VIN 1XPBD49X3PD813838 decodes to a 2023 Peterbilt 579 — body: Truck-Tractor; GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above); engine: ISX; fuel: Diesel.
Does VIN 1XPBD49X3PD813838 have a clean inspection record?
Across 5 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2024-11-08 and 2026-06-13, this vehicle was never placed out of service; 2 violations were recorded.
Which carriers have operated VIN 1XPBD49X3PD813838?
Our records show this VIN under 2 different USDOT numbers: J. S. Helwig & Son, L.l.c. (USDOT 185183), Kennesaw Transportation Inc (USDOT 192988).
Are there recalls on VIN 1XPBD49X3PD813838?
2 NHTSA recalls match the 2023 Peterbilt 579 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 1XPBD49X3PD813838?
FMCSA inspection records list these plates for this vehicle: TX R834443 (Texas), GA C6815B (Georgia).

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