VIN 3ALACXDT6GDHM3957 — 2016 Freightliner M2
Recorded with Avila Contractor Llc · USDOT 8811645
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 3ALACXDT6GDHM3957 |
| Model year | 2016 |
| Make | Freightliner |
| Model | M2 |
| Vehicle type | STRAIGHT TRUCK |
| License plate | TX 69W509W (Texas) |
| Last inspected | 2026-10-22 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-22 | 3ALACXDT6GDHM3957 | TX 69W509W | AVILA CONTRACTOR LLC · USDOT 8811645 |
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
Avila Contractor Llc Active
- USDOT
- 8811645
- MC
- —
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Henrico, VA
- Power units
- 1
- Drivers
- 1
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 1
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 0
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 0%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-10-22). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.
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What this means
3ALACXDT6GDHM3957 is a 2016 Freightliner M2 operated by Avila Contractor Llc (USDOT 8811645). License plate on its inspection records: TX 69W509W. 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. 1 NHTSA recall matches the year/make/model.
What this VIN is
2016 Freightliner M2 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 3ALACXDT6GDHM3957. 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 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 2026-10-22). Across those inspections it was never placed out of service. Its most recent inspection (2026-10-22) was in Texas, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. No violations were recorded against this vehicle in our inspection window.
Operator history
Operated by Avila Contractor Llc (USDOT 8811645) on 2026-10-22 — 1 inspection, none out of service.
Recalls & owner complaints
1 NHTSA safety recall has been issued for the 2016 Freightliner M2 platform. The most recent, 19V353000, concerns stainless & repair, inc. (stainless & repair) is recalling certain 2016-2017 freightliner m2-112 and 1994-1995 ford l9000 vehicles equipped … 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 | 2016 |
| 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 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 |
| 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. |
Operator & inspection history
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1 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
Issue: Stainless & Repair, Inc. (Stainless & Repair) is recalling certain 2016-2017 Freightliner M2-112 and 1994-1995 Ford L9000 vehicles equipped with Whelen brake lights. Depending on the specific wiring of the vehicle, these brake lights may illuminate when the brake pedal has not been pressed.
Risk: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Stainless & Repair will notify owners, and Whelen dealers will replace the brake lights, free of charge. The recall began May 9, 2019. Owners may contact Whelen customer service at 1-860-718-2331 or Stainless & Repair at 1-715-591-4933.
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