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VIN 1XPBDP9X1ED245569 — 2014 Peterbilt 579

Recorded with Pbj Express Inc · USDOT 2512943

2 recalls apply

Vehicle identity

VIN1XPBDP9X1ED245569
Model year2014
MakePeterbilt
Model579
Vehicle typeTRUCK TRACTOR
License platesMO 57KT5T (Missouri)
IA FS3545 (Iowa)
Inspection window2024-11-19 to 2025-08-18

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
2025-08-181XPBDP9X1ED245569MO 57KT5TPBJ EXPRESS INC · USDOT 2512943
2025-04-171XPBDP9X1ED245569IA FS3545JOHN NIELSON TRUCKING INC · USDOT 583767

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

Pbj Express Inc Active

USDOT
2512943
MC
871630
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Joplin, MO
Power units
17
Drivers
17
Inspections (24 mo)
31
Crashes (24 mo)
3
Vehicle OOS rate
36.4%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2025-08-18). 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
1XPBDP9X1ED245569
Year/Make
2014 Peterbilt
Inspections
3
Open recalls
2

What this means

1XPBDP9X1ED245569 is a 2014 Peterbilt 579 operated by Pbj Express Inc (USDOT 2512943). License plates on its inspection records: MO 57KT5T, IA FS3545. 3 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record. 2 NHTSA recalls match the year/make/model.

What this VIN is

2014 Peterbilt 579 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1XPBDP9X1ED245569. It is a truck-tractor built by PETERBILT MOTORS COMPANY at the DENTON, TEXAS plant. Powertrain: MX/MX-13 engine, 12.9L 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 3 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2024-11-19 and 2025-08-18. Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 3 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2025-08-18) was in Missouri, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. Of 1 recorded violation, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (1). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.

Operator history

This VIN appears under 2 different carriers in our records, oldest first: John Nielson Trucking Inc (USDOT 583767) from 2024-11-19 to 2025-04-17 — 2 inspections, 1 out-of-service; Pbj Express Inc (USDOT 2512943) on 2025-08-18 — 1 inspection, none out of service.

Recalls & owner complaints

2 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2014 Peterbilt 579 platform. The most recent, 14V036000, concerns paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2014 peterbilt 567 and 579 model chassis manufactured january 29, 2013, through… 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)
MakePETERBILT
Model579
Model Year2014
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 ModelMX/MX-13
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 L12.9
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 Maintenance1— Minor
Unsafe Driving0✓ Clean
Driver Fitness0✓ Clean
Fatigued Driving (HOS)0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Operator history — 2 carriers operated this VIN
Operated by PBJ EXPRESS INC (DOT 2512943)Last seen 2025-08-18
1 inspections · 0 OOS · 0 violations
Last inspected in Missouri · Level III — driver and paperwork only · Plate MO 57KT5T
Operated by JOHN NIELSON TRUCKING INC (DOT 583767)2024-11-19 → 2025-04-17
2 inspections · 1 OOS · 1 violations
Last inspected in Missouri · Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate IA FS3545
Related vehicles
Other vehicles operated by Pbj Express Inc
Nearby VINs in our inspection database
2 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
NHTSA Campaign
14V036000

Issue: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2014 Peterbilt 567 and 579 model chassis manufactured January 29, 2013, through October 9, 2013, and equipped with Allison-brand transmissions. The affected vehicles may be missing the wiring that illuminates the shifter pad backlighting.

Risk: Without the transmission shifter being illuminated, the driver may not be able to easily identify what gear the vehicle is in, which could result in cause unintentional vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: PACCAR will notify owners and dealers will install the missing wiring, free of charge. The recall began on March 11, 2014. Owners may contact PACCAR at 1-940-591-4220. PACCAR's number for this recall is 1213H.

NHTSA Campaign
13V222000

Issue: PACCAR is recalling certain model year 2014 Kenworth T170, T270, T370, T470, T660, T680, T800, T880, and W900 trucks manufactured May 6, 2013, through May 17, 2013; and model year 2014 Peterbilt 330, 337, 348, 365, 367, 382, 384, 386, 388, 389, 389K, 567, 579 and 587 trucks manufactured May 1, 2013

Risk: Unintended engine startup could cause injury to a person working in the engine compartment. Vehicles with standard transmissions may experience unexpected movement, which may result in personal injury or a crash.

Fix: PACCAR will notify owners, and dealers will replace affected ignition switches, free of charge. The recall began on June 14, 2013. Owners may contact Kenworth at 1-425-828-5000 or Peterbilt at 1-940-591-4000. Kenworth's recall campaign number is 1

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 1XPBDP9X1ED245569 decode to?
VIN 1XPBDP9X1ED245569 decodes to a 2014 Peterbilt 579 — body: Truck-Tractor; GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above); engine: MX/MX-13; fuel: Diesel.
Why was 2014 Peterbilt 579 VIN 1XPBDP9X1ED245569 placed out of service?
This vehicle has 1 out-of-service violation across 3 inspections. By type: 1 vehicle. Most of its violations are in Vehicle Maintenance (1), which covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Which carriers have operated VIN 1XPBDP9X1ED245569?
Our records show this VIN under 2 different USDOT numbers: Pbj Express Inc (USDOT 2512943), John Nielson Trucking Inc (USDOT 583767).
Are there recalls on VIN 1XPBDP9X1ED245569?
2 NHTSA recalls match the 2014 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 1XPBDP9X1ED245569?
FMCSA inspection records list these plates for this vehicle: MO 57KT5T (Missouri), IA FS3545 (Iowa).

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