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VIN 5KJBAXCY2EPFP6550 — 2014 Western Star (WESTERN ST) 4700

Recorded with N K S Distributors Inc · USDOT 64875

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Vehicle identity

VIN5KJBAXCY2EPFP6550
Model year2014
MakeWestern Star (WESTERN ST)
Model4700
Vehicle typeTRUCK TRACTOR
License plateDE C37230 (Delaware)
Last inspected2026-04-13

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
2026-04-135KJBAXCY2EPFP6550DE C37230N K S DISTRIBUTORS INC · USDOT 64875

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

N K S Distributors Inc Active

USDOT
64875
MC
—
Status
Active
Type
Motor Carrier
Based in
Smyrna, DE
Power units
46
Drivers
30
Inspections (24 mo)
16
Crashes (24 mo)
1
Vehicle OOS rate
37.5%

Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-04-13). This does not establish current ownership or confirm that the carrier still operates this vehicle.

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VIN
5KJBAXCY2EPFP6550
Year/Make
2014 Western Star (WESTERN ST)
Inspections
1
Open recalls
0

What this means

5KJBAXCY2EPFP6550 is a 2014 Western Star 4700 operated by N K S Distributors Inc (USDOT 64875). License plate on its inspection records: DE C37230. 1 roadside inspection on FMCSA record. 2 out-of-service results on record.

What this VIN is

2014 Western Star 4700 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 5KJBAXCY2EPFP6550. It is a truck-tractor built by DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA LLC at the PORTLAND, OREGON plant. Powertrain: ISL engine, 8.9L 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 2026-04-13). Its records show 2 out-of-service violations across 1 inspection. Out-of-service breakdown: 2 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-04-13) was in Delaware, a Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle. Of 3 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (2), followed by Unsafe Driving (1). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.

Operator history

Operated by N K S Distributors Inc (USDOT 64875) on 2026-04-13 — 1 inspection, 2 out-of-service.

Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
MakeWESTERN STAR
Model4700
Model Year2014
Vehicle TypeTRUCK
NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN.
Body ClassTruck-Tractor
The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway.
G V W RClass 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
ManufacturerDAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA LLC
The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database.
Plant CityPORTLAND
Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record.
Plant StateOREGON
Plant CountryUNITED STATES (USA)
Engine ModelISL
The engine family installed at the factory — a major driver of resale value and parts availability.
Engine ConfigurationIn-Line
Cylinder layout (e.g. inline-6), the dominant configuration in Class 8 diesels.
Engine Cylinders6
Displacement L8.9
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 TypeAir
Air vs hydraulic brakes — air brakes are standard on heavy trucks and require an endorsement.
Drive Type4x2
Axle drive configuration (e.g. 6x4), which affects traction and fuel economy.
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
BASIC CategoryViolationsStatus
Vehicle Maintenance2! Moderate
Unsafe Driving1— Minor
Driver Fitness0✓ Clean
Fatigued Driving (HOS)0✓ Clean
Controlled Substances0✓ Clean
Hazmat0✓ Clean
Operator & inspection history
Operated by N K S DISTRIBUTORS INC (DOT 64875)Last seen 2026-04-13
1 inspections · 2 OOS · 3 violations
Last inspected in Delaware · Level II — walk-around inspection of the driver and the vehicle · Plate DE C37230
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Frequently Asked Questions

What does VIN 5KJBAXCY2EPFP6550 decode to?
VIN 5KJBAXCY2EPFP6550 decodes to a 2014 Western Star 4700 — body: Truck-Tractor; GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above); engine: ISL; fuel: Diesel. The make is filed with FMCSA as WESTERN ST.
Why was 2014 Western Star 4700 VIN 5KJBAXCY2EPFP6550 placed out of service?
This vehicle has 2 out-of-service violations across 1 inspection. By type: 2 vehicle. Most of its violations are in Vehicle Maintenance (2), which covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
What license plate is on VIN 5KJBAXCY2EPFP6550?
FMCSA inspection records list plate for this vehicle: DE C37230 (Delaware).

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