VIN 3HSCXAPR8HN638218 — 2017 International (INTL) LF517
Recorded with Rueter & Zenor Co · USDOT 366216
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 3HSCXAPR8HN638218 |
| Model year | 2017 |
| Make | International (INTL) |
| Model | LF517 |
| Vehicle type | TRUCK TRACTOR |
| License plate | IA FV0155 (Iowa) |
| Inspection window | 2025-02-06 to 2026-10-28 |
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.
| Observed dates | VIN | Plate | Reported carrier |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-10-28 | 3HSCXAPR8HN638218 | IA FV0155 | RUETER & ZENOR CO · USDOT 366216 |
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
Rueter & Zenor Co Active
- USDOT
- 366216
- MC
- —
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Carroll, IA
- Power units
- 26
- Drivers
- 22
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 9
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 0
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 20%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-10-28). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.
View full carrier profile →Authority, insurance & bonds, safety scores, crash history, inspections and the full fleet list.What this means
3HSCXAPR8HN638218 is a 2017 International LF517 operated by Rueter & Zenor Co (USDOT 366216). License plate on its inspection records: IA FV0155. 3 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record.
What this VIN is
2017 International LF517 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 3HSCXAPR8HN638218. It is a truck-tractor built by INTERNATIONAL MOTORS, LLC. Powertrain: X15, Signature engine, 14.994163560L 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 3 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2025-02-06 and 2026-10-28. Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 3 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-10-28) was in Nebraska, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. Of 1 recorded violation, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (1). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Operator history
Operated by Rueter & Zenor Co (USDOT 366216) from 2025-02-06 to 2026-10-28 — 3 inspections, 1 out-of-service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | INTERNATIONAL |
| Model | LF517 |
| Model Year | 2017 |
| Series | LoneStar |
| Vehicle Type | TRUCK NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN. |
| Body Class | Truck-Tractor 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 | INTERNATIONAL MOTORS, LLC The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant State | ESCOBEDO |
| Plant Country | MEXICO |
| Engine Model | X15, Signature The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability. |
| Displacement L | 14.994163560 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 1 | — Minor |
| Unsafe Driving | 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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