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VIN 2NK3HM6X7PM252521 — 2023 Kenworth (KW) T280

Recorded with Dave's Towing Llc · USDOT 3314654

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Vehicle identity

VIN2NK3HM6X7PM252521
Model year2023
MakeKenworth (KW)
ModelT280
Vehicle typeSTRAIGHT TRUCK
License plateKS 713438 (Kansas)
Inspection window2025-04-28 to 2025-07-11

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
2025-07-112NK3HM6X7PM252521KS 713438DAVE'S TOWING LLC · USDOT 3314654

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

Dave's Towing Llc Active

USDOT
3314654
MC
1063334
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Wichita, KS
Power units
9
Drivers
8
Inspections (24 mo)
10
Crashes (24 mo)
0
Vehicle OOS rate
33.3%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2025-07-11). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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VIN
2NK3HM6X7PM252521
Year/Make
2023 Kenworth (KW)
Inspections
2
Open recalls
0

What this means

2NK3HM6X7PM252521 is a 2023 Kenworth T280 operated by Dave's Towing Llc (USDOT 3314654). License plate on its inspection records: KS 713438. 2 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record.

What this VIN is

2023 Kenworth T280 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 2NK3HM6X7PM252521. It is a truck built by KENWORTH TRUCK COMPANY at the MONTREAL, QUEBEC plant. Powertrain: PX-6/PX-7 engine, 6.7L displacement, running on diesel. Its gross vehicle weight rating (Class 6: 19,501 - 26,000 lb (8,845 - 11,794 kg)) places it in Class 6 medium-duty (19,501–26,000 lb) — single-axle delivery and beverage trucks.

Roadside inspection & out-of-service record

This specific vehicle appears in 2 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2025-04-28 and 2025-07-11. Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 2 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 driver. Its most recent inspection (2025-07-11) was in Kansas, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. Of 2 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (1), followed by Driver Fitness (1). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.

Operator history

Operated by Dave's Towing Llc (USDOT 3314654) from 2025-04-28 to 2025-07-11 — 2 inspections, 1 out-of-service.

Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
MakeKENWORTH
ModelT280
Model Year2023
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 6: 19,501 - 26,000 lb (8,845 - 11,794 kg)
Class 6 medium-duty (19,501–26,000 lb) — single-axle delivery and beverage trucks
ManufacturerKENWORTH TRUCK COMPANY
The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database.
Plant CityMONTREAL
Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record.
Plant StateQUEBEC
Plant CountryCANADA
Engine ModelPX-6/PX-7
The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability.
Engine Cylinders6
Displacement L6.7
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 Maintenance1— Minor
Driver Fitness1— Minor
Unsafe Driving0✓ Clean
Fatigued Driving (HOS)0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Out-of-Service breakdown:
Driver OOS: 1 · Vehicle OOS: 0 · Hazmat OOS: 0
Operator & inspection history
Operated by DAVE'S TOWING LLC (DOT 3314654)2025-04-28 → 2025-07-11
2 inspections · 1 OOS · 2 violations
Last inspected in Kansas · Level III — driver and paperwork only · Plate KS 713438
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 2NK3HM6X7PM252521 decode to?
VIN 2NK3HM6X7PM252521 decodes to a 2023 Kenworth T280 — body: Truck; GVWR: Class 6: 19,501 - 26,000 lb (8,845 - 11,794 kg); engine: PX-6/PX-7; fuel: Diesel. The make is filed with FMCSA as KW.
Why was 2023 Kenworth T280 VIN 2NK3HM6X7PM252521 placed out of service?
This vehicle has 1 out-of-service violation across 2 inspections. By type: 1 driver. Most of its violations are in Vehicle Maintenance (1), which covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
What license plate is on VIN 2NK3HM6X7PM252521?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: KS 713438 (Kansas).

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