VIN 5KKXAFCG4DPFG9998 — 2013 Western Star (WESTERN ST) 4900
Recorded with Sma Trucking Llc · USDOT 2256078
Vehicle identity
| VIN | 5KKXAFCG4DPFG9998 |
| Model year | 2013 |
| Make | Western Star (WESTERN ST) |
| Model | 4900 |
| Vehicle type | TRUCK TRACTOR |
| License plate | GA GQZ089 (Georgia) |
| Inspection window | 2026-07-14 to 2026-07-15 |
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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2026-07-15 | 5KKXAFCG4DPFG9998 | GA GQZ089 | SMA TRUCKING LLC · USDOT 2256078 |
| 2026-07-14 | 5KKXAFCG4DPFG9998 | GA GQZ089 | SOUTHERN HORIZON COMMUNICATIONS LLC · USDOT 3764722 |
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
Sma Trucking Llc Active
- USDOT
- 2256078
- MC
- —
- Status
- Active
- Type
- Motor Carrier
- Based in
- Eatonton, GA
- Power units
- 12
- Drivers
- 12
- Inspections (24 mo)
- 19
- Crashes (24 mo)
- 1
- Vehicle OOS rate
- 62.5%
Carrier recorded at the latest inspection in the available records (2026-07-15). 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.This vehicle has also been operated by 1 other carrier (listed below).
What this means
5KKXAFCG4DPFG9998 is a 2013 Western Star 4900 operated by Sma Trucking Llc (USDOT 2256078). License plate on its inspection records: GA GQZ089. 2 roadside inspections on FMCSA record. 4 out-of-service results on record.
What this VIN is
2013 Western Star 4900 is the vehicle NHTSA’s VIN registry returns for 5KKXAFCG4DPFG9998. It is a incomplete - glider built by DAIMLER TRUCK NORTH AMERICA LLC at the PORTLAND, OREGON plant. Powertrain: Series 60 engine, 12.7L 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 2 FMCSA roadside inspections between 2026-07-14 and 2026-07-15. Its records show 4 out-of-service violations across 2 inspections. Out-of-service breakdown: 2 vehicle, 2 driver. Its most recent inspection (2026-07-15) was in Georgia, a Level III — driver and paperwork only. Of 7 recorded violations, the most come from Vehicle Maintenance (5), followed by Driver Fitness (1). Vehicle Maintenance covers brakes, lights, tires, load securement and other mechanical condition items.
Operator history
This VIN appears under 2 different carriers in our records, oldest first: Southern Horizon Communications Llc (USDOT 3764722) on 2026-07-14 — 1 inspection, 4 out-of-service; Sma Trucking Llc (USDOT 2256078) on 2026-07-15 — 1 inspection, none out of service.
Full spec sheet (NHTSA vPIC decode)
| Make | WESTERN STAR |
| Model | 4900 |
| Model Year | 2013 |
| 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 | Series 60 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 | 12.7 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 | 5 | ⚠ High |
| Driver Fitness | 1 | — Minor |
| Controlled Substances | 1 | — Minor |
| Unsafe Driving | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Fatigued Driving (HOS) | 0 | ✓ Clean |
| Hazmat | 0 | ✓ Clean |
Operator history — 2 carriers operated this VIN
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