VIN 3ALACWFC0MDMU0155 — 2021 Freightliner (FRTV) M2
Recorded with Phoenix Communications Inc · USDOT 1290132
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 3ALACWFC0MDMU0155 |
| Model year | 2021 |
| Make | Freightliner (FRTV) |
| Model | M2 |
| Vehicle type | STRAIGHT TRUCK |
| License plate | IN 3042575 (Indiana) |
| Last inspected | 2025-08-19 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025-08-19 | 3ALACWFC0MDMU0155 | IN 3042575 | PHOENIX COMMUNICATIONS INC · USDOT 1290132 |
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
Phoenix Communications Inc Active
- USDOT
- 1290132
- MC
- —
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Shrewsbury, MA
- Power units
- 87
- Drivers
- 72
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 33
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 1
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 50%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2025-08-19). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.
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What this means
3ALACWFC0MDMU0155 is a 2021 Freightliner M2 operated by Phoenix Communications Inc (USDOT 1290132). License plate on its inspection records: IN 3042575. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record.
What this VIN is
2021 Freightliner M2 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 3ALACWFC0MDMU0155. It is a truck built by DAIMLER VEHÍCULOS COMERCIALES MÉXICO S. DE R.L. DE C.V. at the SANTIAGO plant. Powertrain: Cummins B6.7 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 1 FMCSA roadside inspection (most recent activity 2025-08-19). Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 1 inspection. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 driver. Its most recent inspection (2025-08-19) was in Connecticut, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. Of 1 recorded violation, the most come from Driver Fitness (1). Driver Fitness covers licensing, CDL class and medical certificate requirements.
Operator history
Operated by Phoenix Communications Inc (USDOT 1290132) on 2025-08-19 — 1 inspection, 1 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | FREIGHTLINER |
| Model | M2 |
| Model Year | 2021 |
| 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 B6.7 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 | Air 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Driver Fitness | 1 | — Minor |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Unsafe Driving | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator & inspection history
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