What does this VIN's inspection history tell me?

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Are there any out-of-service events on this VIN?

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What if this VIN has fewer inspections than I'd expect for its age?

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Can I see this VIN's recall remediation status?

NHTSA does not publish per-VIN remediation status in its public datasets, so we cannot show whether this exact VIN has had the recall work performed. To check completion status, use NHTSA's official recall lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or contact the manufacturer with the VIN — we link to the manufacturer page from the recall campaign rows above when available.

2001 STERLING TRUCK L9501

Incomplete - Glider • INCOMPLETE VEHICLE

Vehicle specs from NHTSA vPIC. Inspection history from FMCSA roadside records (operator USDOT on the ticket, not title). Something wrong? Report a data issue.

Decode note: vPIC returned partial data (confidence 50%). Verify year/make against your door sticker or build sheet if specs look wrong.

Inspections

Carriers

Open recalls

Complaints

Vehicle identity

VIN: 2FZXBJCBX1AH51453
Model Year: 2001
Make: STERLING TRUCK
Model: L9501
Manufacturer: STERLING TRUCKS (DAIMLER DIVISION)
WMI: 2FZ

Engine & Drivetrain

Engine Model: Series 55
Cylinders: 6
Displacement: 12 L
Fuel Type: Diesel
Drive Type: Glider

Weight & Dimensions

GVWR: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above)
Body Class: Incomplete - Glider
Vehicle Type: INCOMPLETE VEHICLE

Manufacturing

Plant City: ST.THOMAS
Plant State: ONTARIO
Plant Country: CANADA
Decode Source: nhtsa-vpic
Decoded: May 28, 2026

Active Safety

Brake System: Hydraulic

Technical details (3)

Cab Type: MDHD: Conventional
Engine Numberof Cylinders: 6
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From: Class 8: 33,001 lb and above (14,969 kg and above)