VIN 4V4NC9EH4DN136421 — 2013 Volvo VNL
Recorded with Bonanza Carriers Llc · USDOT 3655676
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 4V4NC9EH4DN136421 |
| Model year | 2013 |
| Make | Volvo |
| Model | VNL |
| Vehicle type | TRUCK TRACTOR |
| License plate | IL P1191345 (Illinois) |
| Inspection window | 2025-05-07 to 2026-09-04 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-09-04 | 4V4NC9EH4DN136421 | IL P1191345 | BONANZA CARRIERS LLC · USDOT 3655676 |
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
Bonanza Carriers Llc Active
- USDOT
- 3655676
- MC
- 1261796
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Joliet, IL
- Power units
- 250
- Drivers
- 250
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 456
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 26
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 29.9%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-09-04). 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
4V4NC9EH4DN136421 is a 2013 Volvo VNL operated by Bonanza Carriers Llc (USDOT 3655676). License plate on its inspection records: IL P1191345. 3 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 1 out-of-service result on record. 4 NHTSA recalls match the year/make/model.
What this VIN is
2013 Volvo VNL is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 4V4NC9EH4DN136421. It is a truck-tractor built by VOLVO GROUP NORTH AMERICA, LLC at the DUBLIN, VIRGINIA plant. Powertrain: D13 engine, 12.8L 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 3 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2025-05-07 and 2026-09-04. Its records show 1 out-of-service violation across 3 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 1 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-09-04) was in Indiana, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 8 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (7), followed by Fatigued Driving (HOS) (1). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Operator history
Operated by Bonanza Carriers Llc (USDOT 3655676) from 2025-05-07 to 2026-09-04 — 3 inspections, 1 out-of-service.
Recalls & owner complaints
4 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2013 Volvo VNL platform. The most recent, 16V928000, concerns volvo trucks north america (volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 vnl and vnm trucks and certain model year 2017 vnx trucks. in … 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 8 complaints with NHTSA against this make/model/year.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | VOLVO TRUCK |
| Model | VNL |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| 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 | VOLVO GROUP NORTH AMERICA, LLC The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant City | DUBLIN Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record. |
| Plant State | VIRGINIA |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Engine Model | D13 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 | 12.8 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 7 | ⚠ High |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 1 | — Minor |
| Unsafe Driving | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Driver Fitness | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Controlled Substances | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator & inspection history
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4 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
Issue: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2017 VNL and VNM trucks and certain model year 2017 VNX trucks. In the affected vehicles, incorrect software for controlling the electronic air dryer may result in oil and water contaminating the brake system.
Risk: If the brake system becomes contaminated, braking performance could be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the vehicle control module and replace the air dryer filter, free of charge. The recall began on February 16, 2017. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number fo
Issue: Volvo Trucks North America, (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013 VNM and VNL trucks manufactured April 16, 2012, to May 4, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with certain Meritor FF967 non-drive front steer axles that may have been incorrectly heat treated.
Risk: The improperly heat treated axles may fracture, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the axles for specific heat code serial numbers. The affected axles will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on August 1, 2016. Owners may contact Volvo customer service at 1-800-528-658
Issue: Volvo Trucks North America (Volvo) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 VNL trucks, and 2013-2014 VNM trucks equipped with certain Cummins Westport Model ISL G and ISX12 G engines. Condensation in the intake manifold may freeze during cold weather conditions and interfere with the proper opera
Risk: The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.
Fix: Cummins Inc. and Cummins Wesport Inc. will notify owners, and authorized Cummins service facilities will upload a new ECM calibration, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2014. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-800-528-6586. Volvo's number f
Issue: Volvo Trucks North America is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 VNL vehicles manufactured April 2, 2012, through May 3, 2013; and equipped with a Meritor RPL-20 driveline transmission. The driveshaft is too weak for this application and may fail.
Risk: Failure of the driveshaft can result in debris on the roadway and disabling of the truck, which can increase the risk of a crash.
Fix: Volvo will notify owners, and dealers will replace the driveshaft, free of charge. The recall began on October 9, 2013. Owners may contact Volvo at 1-336-393-2000. Volvo's recall number is RVXX1305.
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