VIN 3HAMSTAR7KL171663 — 1989 International (INTERNATIO) MF035
Recorded with Nippon Sanso Matheson Inc · USDOT 314842
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 3HAMSTAR7KL171663 |
| Model year | 1989 |
| Make | International (INTERNATIO) |
| Model | MF035 |
| Vehicle type | STRAIGHT TRUCK |
| License plate | TX K189201 (Texas) |
| Last inspected | 2026-02-02 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-02 | 3HAMSTAR7KL171663 | TX K189201 | NIPPON SANSO MATHESON INC · USDOT 314842 |
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
Nippon Sanso Matheson Inc Active
- USDOT
- 314842
- MC
- —
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Carrier & Shipper
- Based in
- Irving, TX
- Power units
- 1,374
- Drivers
- 1,187
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 0
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 36
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-02-02). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.
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What this means
3HAMSTAR7KL171663 is a 1989 International MF035 operated by Nippon Sanso Matheson Inc (USDOT 314842). License plate on its inspection records: TX K189201. 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
1989 International MF035 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 3HAMSTAR7KL171663. It is a truck built by BLUE DIAMOND TRUCK, S. DE R. L. DE C. V.. Powertrain: Cummins ISL engine, 8.8L displacement, running on diesel. Its gross vehicle weight rating (Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above)) places it in Class 8 heavy-duty (33,001 lb GVWR and above) — the line-haul tractor / heavy straight-truck tier.
Roadside inspection & out-of-service record
This specific vehicle appears in 1 FMCSA roadside inspection (most recent activity 2026-02-02). Across those inspections it was never placed out of service. Its most recent inspection (2026-02-02) was in Wisconsin, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. 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 Nippon Sanso Matheson Inc (USDOT 314842) on 2026-02-02 — 1 inspection, none out of service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | INTERNATIONAL |
| Model | MF035 |
| Model Year | 1989 |
| Series | 4400 |
| 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 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above) Class 8 heavy-duty (33,001 lb GVWR and above) — the line-haul tractor / heavy straight-truck tier |
| Manufacturer | BLUE DIAMOND TRUCK, S. DE R. L. DE C. V. The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant State | ESCOBEDO |
| Plant Country | MEXICO |
| Engine Model | Cummins ISL 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 | 8.8 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 | 6x4 Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy. |
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
| BASIC Category | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Unsafe Driving | 1 | — Minor |
| Vehicle Maintenance | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Driver Fitness | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator & inspection history
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