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VIN 2FZACGDC16AV60182 — 2006 Sterling Truck (STERLING T) Acterra

Recorded with Dodd Signs And Service Llc · USDOT 4146829

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Vehicle identity

VIN2FZACGDC16AV60182
Model year2006
MakeSterling Truck (STERLING T)
ModelActerra
Vehicle typeSTRAIGHT TRUCK
License plateAL 61AARDC (Alabama)
Last inspected2026-05-31

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
2026-05-312FZACGDC16AV60182AL 61AARDCDODD SIGNS AND SERVICE LLC · USDOT 4146829

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

Dodd Signs And Service Llc Active

USDOT
4146829
MC
1591097
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Sylacauga, AL
Power units
6
Drivers
5
Inspections (24 mo)
4
Crashes (24 mo)
1
Vehicle OOS rate
100%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-05-31). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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VIN
2FZACGDC16AV60182
Year/Make
2006 Sterling Truck (STERLING T)
Inspections
1
Open recalls
0

What this means

2FZACGDC16AV60182 is a 2006 Sterling Truck Acterra operated by Dodd Signs And Service Llc (USDOT 4146829). License plate on its inspection records: AL 61AARDC. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. 3 out-of-service results on record.

What this VIN is

2006 Sterling Truck Acterra is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 2FZACGDC16AV60182. It is a truck built by STERLING TRUCKS (DAIMLER DIVISION) at the ST.THOMAS, ONTARIO plant. Powertrain: C7 engine, 7.2L displacement, running on diesel. Its gross vehicle weight rating (Class 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg)) places it in Class 7 heavy-duty (26,001–33,000 lb) — large straight trucks, often requiring a CDL.

Roadside inspection & out-of-service record

This specific vehicle appears in 1 FMCSA roadside inspection (most recent activity 2026-05-31). Its records show 3 out-of-service violations across 1 inspection. Out-of-service breakdown: 2 vehicle, 1 driver. Its most recent inspection (2026-05-31) was in Georgia, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 9 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (8), followed by Fatigued Driving (HOS) (1). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.

Operator history

Operated by Dodd Signs And Service Llc (USDOT 4146829) on 2026-05-31 — 1 inspection, 3 out-of-service.

Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
MakeSTERLING TRUCK
ModelActerra
Model Year2006
Vehicle TypeINCOMPLETE VEHICLE
NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN.
Body ClassTruck
The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway.
G V W RClass 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg)
Class 7 heavy-duty (26,001–33,000 lb) — large straight trucks, often requiring a CDL
ManufacturerSTERLING TRUCKS (DAIMLER DIVISION)
The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database.
Plant CityST.THOMAS
Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record.
Plant StateONTARIO
Plant CountryCANADA
Engine ModelC7
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 L7.2
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 Type4x2
Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy.
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
BASIC CategoryViolationsStatus
Vehicle Maintenance8⚠ High
Fatigued Driving (HOS)1— Minor
Unsafe Driving0✓ Clean
Driver Fitness0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Out-of-Service breakdown:
Driver OOS: 1 · Vehicle OOS: 2 · Hazmat OOS: 0
Operator & inspection history
Operated by DODD SIGNS AND SERVICE LLC (DOT 4146829)Last seen 2026-05-31
1 inspections · 3 OOS · 9 violations
Last inspected in Georgia · Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate AL 61AARDC
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 2FZACGDC16AV60182 decode to?
VIN 2FZACGDC16AV60182 decodes to a 2006 Sterling Truck Acterra — body: Truck; GVWR: Class 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg); engine: C7; fuel: Diesel. The make is filed with FMCSA as STERLING T.
Why was 2006 Sterling Truck Acterra VIN 2FZACGDC16AV60182 placed out of service?
This vehicle has 3 out-of-service violations across 1 inspection. By type: 2 vehicle, 1 driver. Most of its violations are in Vehicle Maintenance (8), which covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
What license plate is on VIN 2FZACGDC16AV60182?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: AL 61AARDC (Alabama).

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