VIN 5KKXACAV1FPGP7888 — 2015 Western Star 4900
Recorded with M & L Trucking Inc · USDOT 458329
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 5KKXACAV1FPGP7888 |
| Model year | 2015 |
| Make | Western Star |
| Model | 4900 |
| Vehicle type | TRUCK TRACTOR |
| License plate | VT 57D08 (Vermont) |
| Inspection window | 2025-12-03 to 2026-02-04 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-02-04 | 5KKXACAV1FPGP7888 | VT 57D08 | M & L TRUCKING INC · USDOT 458329 |
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
M & L Trucking Inc Active
- USDOT
- 458329
- MC
- 1098758
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Carrier & Shipper
- Based in
- Newbury, VT
- Power units
- 7
- Drivers
- 7
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 15
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 1
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 71.4%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-02-04). 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
5KKXACAV1FPGP7888 is a 2015 Western Star 4900 operated by M & L Trucking Inc (USDOT 458329). License plate on its inspection records: VT 57D08. 3 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 2 out-of-service results on record. 2 NHTSA recalls match the year/make/model.
What this VIN is
2015 Western Star 4900 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 5KKXACAV1FPGP7888. It is a incomplete - glider built by DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA LLC at the PORTLAND, OREGON plant. Powertrain: C15 engine, 14.6L displacement, running on diesel. Its gross vehicle weight rating (Class 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg)) places it in Class 7 heavy-duty (26,001–33,000 lb) — large straight trucks, often requiring a CDL.
Roadside inspection & out-of-service record
This specific vehicle appears in 3 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2025-12-03 and 2026-02-04. Its records show 2 out-of-service violations across 3 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 2 vehicle. Its most recent inspection (2026-02-04) was in Vermont, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. Of 7 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (7). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Operator history
Operated by M & L Trucking Inc (USDOT 458329) from 2025-12-03 to 2026-02-04 — 3 inspections, 2 out-of-service.
Recalls & owner complaints
2 NHTSA safety recalls have been issued for the 2015 Western Star 4900 platform. The most recent, 17V124000, concerns daimler trucks north america llc (dtna) is recalling certain 2015-2018 western star 4900 trucks. the aluminum air tanks on these vehicles m… 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 1 complaint with NHTSA against this make/model/year.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | WESTERN STAR |
| Model | 4900 |
| Model Year | 2015 |
| Series | EX |
| Vehicle Type | INCOMPLETE VEHICLE NHTSA’s top-level vehicle category derived from the VIN. |
| Body Class | Incomplete - Glider The body style NHTSA assigns from the VIN — e.g. truck-tractor, straight truck, or cutaway. |
| G V W R | Class 7: 26,001 - 33,000 lb (11,794 - 14,969 kg) Class 7 heavy-duty (26,001–33,000 lb) — large straight trucks, often requiring a CDL |
| Manufacturer | DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA LLC The legal manufacturer of record in NHTSA’s database. |
| Plant City | PORTLAND Where the chassis was assembled — useful for verifying the VIN against the build record. |
| Plant State | OREGON |
| Plant Country | UNITED STATES (USA) |
| Engine Model | C15 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 | 14.6 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. |
FMCSA BASIC safety category breakdown
| BASIC Category | Violations | Status |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle Maintenance | 7 | ⚠ High |
| 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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2 recall(s) matching this make/model/year
Issue: Daimler Trucks North America LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Western Star 4900 trucks. The aluminum air tanks on these vehicles may have improper welds possibly resulting in a rapid loss of air pressure.
Risk: A rapid loss of air pressure without warning may cause a sudden application of the park brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will replace the aluminum air tanks with steel, triple compartment, air tanks, free of charge. The recall began on April 27, 2017. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-547-0712. DTNA's number for t
Issue: Daimler Trucks North America, LLC (DTNA) is recalling certain model year 2015 Western Star 4700, 4800 and 4900 trucks manufactured November 15, 2014, to January 30, 2015. In the affected vehicles, the speedometer may not operate properly, possibly not displaying the vehicle's speed.
Risk: If the speedometer does not show the vehicle speed, the driver may unknowingly exceed the posted speed limit, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: DTNA will notify owners, and dealers will install a new speedometer, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2015. Owners may contact DTNA customer service at 1-800-745-8000. DTNA's number for this recall is FL-683.
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