VIN 2FWYGXYB9XAB39638 — 1999 Sterling Truck (STERLING T) A9522
Recorded with H&R Transportation Inc · USDOT 3139809
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 2FWYGXYB9XAB39638 |
| Model year | 1999 |
| Make | Sterling Truck (STERLING T) |
| Model | A9522 |
| Vehicle type | TRUCK TRACTOR |
| License plate | AL 1206780 (Alabama) |
| Inspection window | 2026-05-26 to 2026-09-16 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-16 | 2FWYGXYB9XAB39638 | AL 1206780 | H&R TRANSPORTATION INC · USDOT 3139809 |
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
H&R Transportation Inc Active
- USDOT
- 3139809
- MC
- 98363
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Stapleton, AL
- Power units
- 6
- Drivers
- 6
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 30
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 0
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 40%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-09-16). 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.What this means
2FWYGXYB9XAB39638 is a 1999 Sterling Truck A9522 operated by H&R Transportation Inc (USDOT 3139809). License plate on its inspection records: AL 1206780. 4 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 2 out-of-service results on record.
What this VIN is
1999 Sterling Truck A9522 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 2FWYGXYB9XAB39638. It is a truck-tractor built by STERLING TRUCKS (DAIMLER DIVISION) at the ST. THOMAS, ONTARIO plant. Powertrain: 3406 engine, 14.6L 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 2026-05-26 and 2026-09-16. Its records show 2 out-of-service violations across 4 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 2 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-09-16) was in Alabama, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. Of 5 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (3), followed by Unsafe Driving (2). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Operator history
Operated by H&R Transportation Inc (USDOT 3139809) from 2026-05-26 to 2026-09-16 — 4 inspections, 2 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | STERLING TRUCK |
| Model | A9522 |
| Model Year | 1999 |
| 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 | STERLING TRUCKS (DAIMLER DIVISION) The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant City | ST. THOMAS Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record. |
| Plant State | ONTARIO |
| Plant Country | CANADA |
| Engine Model | 3406 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 | 14.6 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 |
| Unsafe Driving | 2 | ! Moderate |
| Driver Fitness | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator & inspection history
Related vehicles
- 1XP5DB8XXTD392195 Peterbilt (7 insp · 6 OOS)
- 2HSCEAMR1YC059163 International (6 insp · 2 OOS)
- 1XP7D49X6BD133902 Peterbilt (5 insp · 2 OOS)
- 1FUPFSEB6XP987586 Freightliner (3 insp · 2 OOS)
- 1XP5DB8X5RD349697 Peterbilt (3 insp · 1 OOS)
- 1FUJAHCG11LG86148 Freightliner (2 insp · 1 OOS)
Related
Frequently Asked Questions
What does VIN 2FWYGXYB9XAB39638 decode to?
Why was 1999 Sterling Truck A9522 VIN 2FWYGXYB9XAB39638 placed out of service?
What license plate is on VIN 2FWYGXYB9XAB39638?
Vetting a used truck purchase?
Tell us what you're looking for and we'll send matching new or used trucks — no obligation.