VIN 3C7WDNFL2CG196121 — 2012 Dodge (DODG) Ram Chassis Cab
Recorded with Gearhead Hauling Llc · USDOT 4198326
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 3C7WDNFL2CG196121 |
| Model year | 2012 |
| Make | Dodge (DODG) |
| Model | Ram Chassis Cab |
| Vehicle type | TRUCK TRACTOR |
| License plate | TX K181801 (Texas) |
| Inspection window | 2024-10-22 to 2026-06-24 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-06-24 | 3C7WDNFL2CG196121 | TX K181801 | GEARHEAD HAULING LLC · USDOT 4198326 |
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
Gearhead Hauling Llc Active
- USDOT
- 4198326
- MC
- 1619126
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Fort Worth, TX
- Power units
- 1
- Drivers
- 1
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 3
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 0
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 100%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-06-24). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.
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What this means
3C7WDNFL2CG196121 is a 2012 Dodge Ram Chassis Cab operated by Gearhead Hauling Llc (USDOT 4198326). License plate on its inspection records: TX K181801. 4 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 11 out-of-service results on record.
What this VIN is
2012 Dodge Ram Chassis Cab is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 3C7WDNFL2CG196121. It is a incomplete - chassis cab (number of cab unknown) built by CHRYSLER DE MEXICO TOLUCA at the SALTILLO, COAHUILA plant. Powertrain: 6.7L displacement, running on diesel. Its gross vehicle weight rating (Class 5: 16,001 - 19,500 lb (7,258 - 8,845 kg)) places it in Class 5 medium-duty (16,001–19,500 lb) — larger walk-ins and bucket trucks.
Roadside inspection & out-of-service record
This specific vehicle appears in 4 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2024-10-22 and 2026-06-24. Its records show 11 out-of-service violations across 4 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 9 vehicle, 2 driver. Its most recent inspection (2026-06-24) was in Texas, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 32 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (30), followed by Driver Fitness (2). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Operator history
Operated by Gearhead Hauling Llc (USDOT 4198326) from 2024-10-22 to 2026-06-24 — 4 inspections, 11 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | DODGE |
| Model | Ram Chassis Cab |
| Model Year | 2012 |
| Series | 5500 |
| Vehicle Type | INCOMPLETE VEHICLE NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN. |
| Body Class | Incomplete - Chassis Cab (Number of Cab Unknown) The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway. |
| G V W R | Class 5: 16,001 - 19,500 lb (7,258 - 8,845 kg) Class 5 medium-duty (16,001–19,500 lb) — larger walk-ins and bucket trucks |
| Manufacturer | CHRYSLER DE MEXICO TOLUCA The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant City | SALTILLO Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record. |
| Plant State | COAHUILA |
| Plant Country | MEXICO |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 |
| 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 | 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4 Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy. |
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
| BASIC Category | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 30 | ⚠ High |
| Driver Fitness | 2 | ! Moderate |
| Unsafe Driving | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator & inspection history
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