VIN 1XPHD49X8CD155986 — 2012 Peterbilt 386
Recorded with Platinum Express Inc · USDOT 809244
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 1XPHD49X8CD155986 |
| Model year | 2012 |
| Make | Peterbilt |
| Model | 386 |
| Vehicle type | TRUCK TRACTOR |
| License plates | OH PXC8746 (Ohio) TN V0828HY (Tennessee) |
| Inspection window | 2025-04-22 to 2025-10-06 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-10-06 | 1XPHD49X8CD155986 | OH PXC8746 | PLATINUM EXPRESS INC · USDOT 809244 |
| 2025-04-22 | 1XPHD49X8CD155986 | TN V0828HY | RUDOLPH FREIGHT SYSTEMS INC · USDOT 468962 |
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
Platinum Express Inc Active
- USDOT
- 809244
- MC
- 359850
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Dayton, OH
- Power units
- 50
- Drivers
- 50
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 231
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 5
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 36.2%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2025-10-06). 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).
What this means
1XPHD49X8CD155986 is a 2012 Peterbilt 386 operated by Platinum Express Inc (USDOT 809244). License plates on its inspection records: OH PXC8746, TN V0828HY. 4 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record. 1 NHTSA recall matches the year/make/model.
What this VIN is
2012 Peterbilt 386 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1XPHD49X8CD155986. 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 4 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2025-04-22 and 2025-10-06. Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 4 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2025-10-06) was in South Dakota, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. Of 4 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (3), followed by Fatigued Driving (HOS) (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: Rudolph Freight Systems Inc (USDOT 468962) on 2025-04-22 — 1 inspection, 1 out-of-service; Platinum Express Inc (USDOT 809244) from 2025-07-29 to 2025-10-06 — 3 inspections, none out of service.
Recalls & owner complaints
1 NHTSA safety recall has been issued for the 2012 Peterbilt 386 platform. The most recent, 15V456000, concerns paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 peterbilt 365, 367, 384, 386, 388, 389, 567, 579, and 587 trucks manu… 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)
| Make | PETERBILT |
| Model | 386 |
| Model Year | 2012 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 3 | ! Moderate |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 1 | — Minor |
| Unsafe Driving | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Driver Fitness | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator history — 2 carriers operated this VIN
Related vehicles
- 5KJJBZDR2RLVG4433 Western Star (5 insp · 6 OOS)
- 5KJJBZDRXPLNP7898 Western Star (7 insp · 5 OOS)
- 3AKJHHDR5JSHM8019 Freightliner (6 insp · 3 OOS)
- 5KJJBHDR4NLNJ7803 Western Star (3 insp · 3 OOS)
- 1FUJGLDV7ELFW0686 Freightliner (1 insp · 3 OOS)
- 5KJJBHDR1LLKV0102 Western Star (8 insp · 2 OOS)
Nearby VINs in our inspection database
1 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
Issue: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2012-2016 Peterbilt 365, 367, 384, 386, 388, 389, 567, 579, and 587 trucks manufactured January 13, 2011, to April 20, 2015. The affected trucks, equipped with extended-body Leece Neville alternators, have alternator charge cables that ma
Risk: If the alternator cable rubs through its insulation, an electrical short may occur, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: Peterbilt will notify owners, and dealers will reroute the alternator charge cable away from the metal freon line and install a plastic insulator on the cable end, free of charge. The recall began on September 23, 2015. Owners may contact Peterbilt
Related
Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 1XPHD49X8CD155986 decode to?
Why was 2012 Peterbilt 386 VIN 1XPHD49X8CD155986 placed out of service?
Which carriers have operated VIN 1XPHD49X8CD155986?
Are there recalls on VIN 1XPHD49X8CD155986?
What license plate is on VIN 1XPHD49X8CD155986?
Vetting a used truck purchase?
Tell us what you're looking for and we'll send matching new or used trucks — no obligation.