VIN 1XPBD49X4LD656721 — 2020 Peterbilt 579
Recorded with Hensley Inc · USDOT 132723
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 1XPBD49X4LD656721 |
| Model year | 2020 |
| Make | Peterbilt |
| Model | 579 |
| Vehicle type | TRUCK TRACTOR |
| License plate | MN PAP5969 (Minnesota) |
| Last inspected | 2024-10-08 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2024-10-08 | 1XPBD49X4LD656721 | MN PAP5969 | HENSLEY INC · USDOT 132723 |
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
Hensley Inc Active
- USDOT
- 132723
- MC
- 153872
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Osakis, MN
- Power units
- 43
- Drivers
- 29
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 39
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 3
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 5%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2024-10-08). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.
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What this means
1XPBD49X4LD656721 is a 2020 Peterbilt 579 operated by Hensley Inc (USDOT 132723). License plate on its inspection records: MN PAP5969. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record. 2 NHTSA recalls match the year/make/model.
What this VIN is
2020 Peterbilt 579 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1XPBD49X4LD656721. 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 2024-10-08). Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 1 inspection. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 driver. Its most recent inspection (2024-10-08) was in Minnesota, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. Of 2 recorded violations, the most come from Driver Fitness (1), followed by Fatigued Driving (HOS) (1). Driver Fitness covers licensing, CDL class and medical certificate requirements.
Operator history
Operated by Hensley Inc (USDOT 132723) on 2024-10-08 — 1 inspection, 1 out-of-service.
Recalls & owner complaints
2 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2020 Peterbilt 579 platform. The most recent, 19V733000, concerns paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain 2020 peterbilt 579 vehicles equipped with a sleeper box. the conspicuity tape may have be… 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 2 complaints with NHTSA against this make/model/year.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | PETERBILT |
| Model | 579 |
| Model Year | 2020 |
| 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 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 |
| 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 | 6x4 Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy. |
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
| BASIC Category | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Fitness | 1 | — Minor |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 1 | — Minor |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Unsafe Driving | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator & inspection history
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2 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
Issue: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020 Peterbilt 579 vehicles equipped with a sleeper box. The conspicuity tape may have been installed in the incorrect location, affecting the vehicle's visibility to other drivers on the road. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requir
Risk: Reduced visibility increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will install additional conspicuity tape on back of sleeper in correct location, free of charge. The recall began November 4, 2019. Owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's numbe
Issue: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain 2020 Peterbilt 520 and 579 vehicles and Kenworth T680, T880 and W990 vehicles. The mirror glass may detach from the mirror carrier plate due to inadequate adhesion.
Risk: If the mirror glass detaches, the driver may have reduced visibility and the mirror glass will become a road hazard that may strike another vehicle or pedestrian, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Fix: PACCAR has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the upper mirror glass/mirror carrier, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 31, 2019. Kenworth owners may contact PACCAR customer service at 1-425-828-5888 and Peterbil
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