VIN 1XPWD49X2FD257523 — 2015 Peterbilt 388
Recorded with Maples Trucking Inc · USDOT 706790
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 1XPWD49X2FD257523 |
| Model year | 2015 |
| Make | Peterbilt |
| Model | 388 |
| Vehicle type | TRUCK TRACTOR |
| License plate | AL 1216352 (Alabama) |
| Inspection window | 2024-11-18 to 2025-09-10 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-09-10 | 1XPWD49X2FD257523 | AL 1216352 | MAPLES TRUCKING INC · USDOT 706790 |
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
Maples Trucking Inc Active
- USDOT
- 706790
- MC
- 359008
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Carrier & Shipper
- Based in
- Fort Payne, AL
- Power units
- 25
- Drivers
- 20
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 76
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 3
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 62.5%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2025-09-10). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.
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What this means
1XPWD49X2FD257523 is a 2015 Peterbilt 388 operated by Maples Trucking Inc (USDOT 706790). License plate on its inspection records: AL 1216352. 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
2015 Peterbilt 388 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 1XPWD49X2FD257523. 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 2024-11-18 and 2025-09-10. Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 4 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2025-09-10) was in Kentucky, a Level I — full inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 6 recorded violations, the most come from Unsafe Driving (4), followed by Vehicle Maintenance (2). Unsafe Driving covers speeding, improper lane changes and other moving violations.
Operator history
Operated by Maples Trucking Inc (USDOT 706790) from 2024-11-18 to 2025-09-10 — 4 inspections, 1 out-of-service.
Recalls & owner complaints
1 NHTSA safety recall has been issued for the 2015 Peterbilt 388 platform. The most recent, 15V889000, concerns paccar incorporated (paccar) is recalling certain model year 2015 peterbilt model 388 vehicles manufactured from january 28, 2014, through f… 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 | 388 |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 4 | ! Moderate |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 2 | ! Moderate |
| Driver Fitness | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator & inspection history
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1 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
Issue: PACCAR Incorporated (PACCAR) is recalling certain model year 2015 Peterbilt model 388 vehicles manufactured from January 28, 2014, through February 3, 2014. The affected vehicles were built with Michelin MN295/60 R22.5 XZA front tires and 8.25" wheels and were certified to a GAWR greater than the m
Risk: If the truck exceeds the load rating on the tire, the tire may suddenly fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Peterbilt will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 8.25" front wheels with 9.00" wheels and re-program the maximum vehicle speed to the appropriate settings, free of charge. The recall began on January 14, 2016. Owners may contact Peterbilt
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