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VIN 3C7WRNFL2DG555261 — 2013 Ram 5500

Recorded with Browns Towing & Repair Inc · USDOT 2199093

2 recalls apply

Vehicle identity

VIN3C7WRNFL2DG555261
Model year2013
MakeRam
Model5500
Vehicle typeSTRAIGHT TRUCK
License platePA ZRF3683 (Pennsylvania)
Last inspected2024-10-28

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
2024-10-283C7WRNFL2DG555261PA ZRF3683BROWNS TOWING & REPAIR INC · USDOT 2199093

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

Browns Towing & Repair Inc Active

USDOT
2199093
MC
776505
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Greenville, PA
Power units
45
Drivers
64
Inspections (24 mo)
51
Crashes (24 mo)
11
Vehicle OOS rate
32.4%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2024-10-28). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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VIN
3C7WRNFL2DG555261
Year/Make
2013 Ram
Inspections
1
Open recalls
2

What this means

3C7WRNFL2DG555261 is a 2013 Ram 5500 operated by Browns Towing & Repair Inc (USDOT 2199093). License plate on its inspection records: PA ZRF3683. 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. 2 NHTSA recalls match the year/make/model.

What this VIN is

2013 Ram 5500 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 3C7WRNFL2DG555261. 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 1 FMCSA roadside inspection (most recent activity 2024-10-28). Across those inspections it was never placed out of service. Its most recent inspection (2024-10-28) was in Pennsylvania, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. No violations were recorded against this vehicle in our inspection window.

Operator history

Operated by Browns Towing & Repair Inc (USDOT 2199093) on 2024-10-28 — 1 inspection, none out of service.

Recalls & owner complaints

2 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2013 Ram 5500 platform. The most recent, 21V398000, concerns chrysler (fca us, llc) is recalling certain 2012-2021 ram 3500, 3500 cab chassis, 4500 cab chassis, and 5500 cab chassis vehicles. incorrec… 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. Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA against this make/model/year.

Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
MakeRAM
Model5500
Model Year2013
Vehicle TypeINCOMPLETE VEHICLE
NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN.
Body ClassIncomplete - 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 RClass 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
ManufacturerCHRYSLER DE MEXICO TOLUCA
The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database.
Plant CitySALTILLO
Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record.
Plant StateCOAHUILA
Plant CountryMEXICO
Engine Cylinders8
Displacement L6.7
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 TypeHydraulic
Air vs hydraulic brakes — air brakes are standard on heavy trucks and require an endorsement.
Drive Type4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4
Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy.
Operator & inspection history
Operated by BROWNS TOWING & REPAIR INC (DOT 2199093)Last seen 2024-10-28
1 inspections · 0 OOS · 0 violations
Last inspected in Pennsylvania · Level III — driver and paperwork only · Plate PA ZRF3683
Related vehicles
Other vehicles operated by Browns Towing & Repair Inc
Nearby VINs in our inspection database
2 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
NHTSA Campaign
21V398000

Issue: Chrysler (FCA US, LLC) is recalling certain 2012-2021 RAM 3500, 3500 Cab Chassis, 4500 Cab Chassis, and 5500 Cab Chassis vehicles. Incorrect information in the Service and Owner's Manuals may cause the flanged lug nuts to be over-tightened, which could result in a broken wheel stud and possible whe

Risk: Wheel separation can cause a vehicle crash.

Fix: Dealers will update the torque specification in the owner's manual and other published service documents. Dealers will also inspect the vehicle's wheel studs, replacing them if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on No

NHTSA Campaign
13V288000

Issue: Chrysler is recalling certain model year 2013 RAM 4500 and 5500 trucks manufactured January 22, 2013, through March 8, 2013. An incorrect bolt may have been used to attach the track bar to the frame.

Risk: The incorrect attaching bolt may break or fall out, resulting in the vehicle suddenly pulling to one side, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: Chrysler will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the track bar fasteners, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on September 3, 2013. Owners may contact Chrysler at 1-800-247-9753. Chrysler's recall campaign number is N41

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 3C7WRNFL2DG555261 decode to?
VIN 3C7WRNFL2DG555261 decodes to a 2013 Ram 5500 — body: Incomplete - Chassis Cab (Number of Cab Unknown); GVWR: Class 5: 16,001 - 19,500 lb (7,258 - 8,845 kg); fuel: Diesel.
Does VIN 3C7WRNFL2DG555261 have a clean inspection record?
Across 1 FMCSA roadside inspection (latest 2024-10-28), this vehicle was never placed out of service, and no violations were recorded.
Are there recalls on VIN 3C7WRNFL2DG555261?
2 NHTSA recalls match the 2013 Ram 5500 make/model/year, summarized above with the defect and remedy. Recalls apply by build range, so enter this exact VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm whether it was included and whether the fix was performed.
What license plate is on VIN 3C7WRNFL2DG555261?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: PA ZRF3683 (Pennsylvania).

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