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VIN 3ALACXD23MDMM7178 — 2021 Freightliner (FRHT) M2

Recorded with Central Distributors Inc · USDOT 164903

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Vehicle identity

VIN3ALACXD23MDMM7178
Model year2021
MakeFreightliner (FRHT)
ModelM2
Vehicle typeSTRAIGHT TRUCK
License plateME 282CQZ (Maine)
Last inspected2026-07-03

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
2026-07-033ALACXD23MDMM7178ME 282CQZCENTRAL DISTRIBUTORS INC · USDOT 164903

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

Central Distributors Inc Active

USDOT
164903
MC
161929
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Lewiston, ME
Power units
28
Drivers
23
Inspections (24 mo)
23
Crashes (24 mo)
1
Vehicle OOS rate
5%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-07-03). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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VIN
3ALACXD23MDMM7178
Year/Make
2021 Freightliner (FRHT)
Inspections
1
Open recalls
0

What this means

3ALACXD23MDMM7178 is a 2021 Freightliner M2 operated by Central Distributors Inc (USDOT 164903). License plate on its inspection records: ME 282CQZ. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. No out-of-service violations are recorded for this VIN in the available inspection records. Other violations may still be present.

What this VIN is

2021 Freightliner M2 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 3ALACXD23MDMM7178. It is a truck built by DAIMLER VEHÍCULOS COMERCIALES MÉXICO S. DE R.L. DE C.V. at the SANTIAGO plant. Powertrain: Detroit Diesel DD8 engine, 7.7L 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 2026-07-03). Across those inspections it was never placed out of service. Its most recent inspection (2026-07-03) was in Maine, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. Of 1 recorded violation, the most come from Unsafe Driving (1). Unsafe Driving covers speeding, improper lane changes and other moving violations.

Operator history

Operated by Central Distributors Inc (USDOT 164903) on 2026-07-03 — 1 inspection, none out of service.

Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
MakeFREIGHTLINER
ModelM2
Model Year2021
Series106 Medium Duty
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
ManufacturerDAIMLER VEHÍCULOS COMERCIALES MÉXICO S. DE R.L. DE C.V.
The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database.
Plant CitySANTIAGO
Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record.
Plant CountryMEXICO
Engine ModelDetroit Diesel DD8
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 L7.7
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
Unsafe Driving1— Minor
Vehicle Maintenance0✓ Clean
Driver Fitness0✓ Clean
Fatigued Driving (HOS)0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Operator & inspection history
Operated by CENTRAL DISTRIBUTORS INC (DOT 164903)Last seen 2026-07-03
1 inspections · 0 OOS · 1 violations
Last inspected in Maine · Level III — driver and paperwork only · Plate ME 282CQZ
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 3ALACXD23MDMM7178 decode to?
VIN 3ALACXD23MDMM7178 decodes to a 2021 Freightliner M2 — body: Truck; GVWR: Class 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg); engine: Detroit Diesel DD8; fuel: Diesel. The make is filed with FMCSA as FRHT.
Does VIN 3ALACXD23MDMM7178 have a clean inspection record?
Across 1 FMCSA roadside inspection (latest 2026-07-03), this vehicle was never placed out of service; 1 violation was recorded.
What license plate is on VIN 3ALACXD23MDMM7178?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: ME 282CQZ (Maine).

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