VIN 3ALACWDT5EDFR0480 — 2014 Freightliner M2
Recorded with Bmax Express Llc · USDOT 3884102
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 3ALACWDT5EDFR0480 |
| Model year | 2014 |
| Make | Freightliner |
| Model | M2 |
| Vehicle type | STRAIGHT TRUCK |
| License plate | OH PMZ5047 (Ohio) |
| Inspection window | 2026-08-02 to 2026-10-07 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-07 | 3ALACWDT5EDFR0480 | OH PMZ5047 | BMAX EXPRESS LLC · USDOT 3884102 |
| 2026-08-02 | 3ALACWDT5EDFR0480 | OH PMZ5047 | URBANELITE CO · USDOT 4284133 |
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
Bmax Express Llc Active
- USDOT
- 3884102
- MC
- 1425931
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Columbus, OH
- Power units
- 25
- Drivers
- 25
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 42
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 3
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 45.5%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-10-07). 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).
What this means
3ALACWDT5EDFR0480 is a 2014 Freightliner M2 operated by Bmax Express Llc (USDOT 3884102). License plate on its inspection records: OH PMZ5047. 2 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record. 3 NHTSA recalls match the year/make/model.
What this VIN is
2014 Freightliner M2 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 3ALACWDT5EDFR0480. It is a truck built by DAIMLER VEHÍCULOS COMERCIALES MÉXICO S. DE R.L. DE C.V. at the SANTIAGO plant. Powertrain: Cummins ISB 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 2026-08-02 and 2026-10-07. Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 2 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 driver. Its most recent inspection (2026-10-07) was in Texas, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. 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
This VIN appears under 2 different carriers in our records, oldest first: Urbanelite Co (USDOT 4284133) on 2026-08-02 — 1 inspection, 1 out-of-service; Bmax Express Llc (USDOT 3884102) on 2026-10-07 — 1 inspection, none out of service.
Recalls & owner complaints
3 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2014 Freightliner M2 platform. The most recent, 18V094000, concerns ferrara fire apparatus, inc. (ferrara) is recalling certain 2015-2016 inferno and international 4400, 2013-2016 igniter, 2014-2017 cinder an… 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 | FREIGHTLINER |
| Model | M2 |
| Model Year | 2014 |
| Series | 106 Medium Duty |
| Vehicle Type | INCOMPLETE VEHICLE NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN. |
| Body Class | Truck The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway. |
| G V W R | Class 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 |
| Manufacturer | DAIMLER VEHÍCULOS COMERCIALES MÉXICO S. DE R.L. DE C.V. The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant City | SANTIAGO Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record. |
| Plant Country | MEXICO |
| Engine Model | Cummins ISB 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 | 6.7 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 | Hydraulic Air vs hydraulic brakes — air brakes are standard on heavy trucks and require an endorsement. |
| Drive Type | 4x2 Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy. |
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
| BASIC Category | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | — Minor |
| Driver Fitness | 1 | — Minor |
| Unsafe Driving | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator history — 2 carriers operated this VIN
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3 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
Issue: Ferrara Fire Apparatus, Inc. (Ferrara) is recalling certain 2015-2016 Inferno and International 4400, 2013-2016 Igniter, 2014-2017 Cinder and Freightliner M2 106, 2013-2014 Ember and 2013-2017 Kenworth T370 fire-fighting vehicles, equipped with Hale pressure relief valves in the water pumps used for
Risk: A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: Ferrara will notify owners, and Ferrara certified dealers or technicians will replace the relief valve retaining ring with one that is stainless steel, free of charge. The recall began on February 12, 2018. Owners may contact Ferrara customer servi
Issue: E-One Incorporated (E-One) is recalling certain 2013-2017 E-One Cyclone II, Quest, Typhoon, 2016 Freightliner M2 112, 2013-2015 International 7400, 2014-2017 International 4400, Freightliner M2 106, 2016-2017 Kenworth T370, and 2015 Kenworth T800 vehicles equipped with Hale pressure relief valves in
Risk: A reduction in water pressure may hinder fire fighting efforts, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: E-One will notify owners, and a certified dealer or technician will install a stainless steel retaining ring, free of charge. The recall began on January 11, 2018. Owners may contact E-One customer service at 1-352-861-3612.
Issue: Fontaine Modification is recalling certain model year 2014-2016 Freightliner M2 vehicles converted to be equipped with dual steering wheels by Fontaine Modification between March 13, 2014 and September 1, 2015. In the affected vehicles, a locating pin in the dual steering linkage may break or fall
Risk: A momentary loss of steering or steering lock up increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Fontaine Modification will notify owners and supply a steering linkage locating key remedy kit for Freightliner dealers or authorized service facilities (including the customer's own maintenance shop) to install free of charge. The recall began on De
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