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VIN 1XPWD40XXCD159929 — 2012 Peterbilt 388

Recorded with Strong Island Bulk Inc · USDOT 2052759

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Vehicle identity

VIN1XPWD40XXCD159929
Model year2012
MakePeterbilt
Model388
Vehicle typeTRUCK TRACTOR
License plateNY 25094BR (New York)
Inspection window2026-06-25 to 2026-07-30

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
2026-07-301XPWD40XXCD159929NY 25094BRSTRONG ISLAND BULK INC · USDOT 2052759
2026-06-251XPWD40XXCD159929NY 25094BRARARA TRANSPORTATION CORP · USDOT 652483

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

Strong Island Bulk Inc Active

USDOT
2052759
MC
718899
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Shoreham, NY
Power units
1
Drivers
1
Inspections (24 mo)
1
Crashes (24 mo)
0
Vehicle OOS rate
100%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-07-30). 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
1XPWD40XXCD159929
Year/Make
2012 Peterbilt
Inspections
2
Open recalls
0

What this means

1XPWD40XXCD159929 is a 2012 Peterbilt 388 operated by Strong Island Bulk Inc (USDOT 2052759). License plate on its inspection records: NY 25094BR. 2 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 2 out-of-service results on record.

What this VIN is

2012 Peterbilt 388 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1XPWD40XXCD159929. 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 2 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2026-06-25 and 2026-07-30. Its records show 2 out-of-service violations across 2 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 2 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-07-30) was in New York, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 11 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (9), followed by Unsafe Driving (2). 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: Arara Transportation Corp (USDOT 652483) on 2026-06-25 — 1 inspection, none out of service; Strong Island Bulk Inc (USDOT 2052759) on 2026-07-30 — 1 inspection, 2 out-of-service.

Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
MakePETERBILT
Model388
Model Year2012
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
Vehicle Maintenance9⚠ High
Unsafe Driving2! Moderate
Driver Fitness0✓ Clean
Fatigued Driving (HOS)0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Operator history — 2 carriers operated this VIN
Operated by STRONG ISLAND BULK INC (DOT 2052759)Last seen 2026-07-30
1 inspections · 2 OOS · 9 violations
Last inspected in New York · Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate NY 25094BR
Operated by ARARA TRANSPORTATION CORP (DOT 652483)Last seen 2026-06-25
1 inspections · 0 OOS · 2 violations
Last inspected in New York · Level III — driver and paperwork only · Plate NY 25094BR
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 1XPWD40XXCD159929 decode to?
VIN 1XPWD40XXCD159929 decodes to a 2012 Peterbilt 388 — body: Truck-Tractor; GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above); engine: ISX; fuel: Diesel.
Why was 2012 Peterbilt 388 VIN 1XPWD40XXCD159929 placed out of service?
This vehicle has 2 out-of-service violations across 2 inspections. By type: 2 vehicle. Most of its violations are in Vehicle Maintenance (9), which covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Which carriers have operated VIN 1XPWD40XXCD159929?
Our records show this VIN under 2 different USDOT numbers: Strong Island Bulk Inc (USDOT 2052759), Arara Transportation Corp (USDOT 652483).
What license plate is on VIN 1XPWD40XXCD159929?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: NY 25094BR (New York).

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