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VIN Decoder

Enter the 17-character VIN (on the driver's door sticker or the bottom of the windshield) and see the make, model, year and engine — decoded live from the free NHTSA database.

Enter the VIN

What is a VIN?

The Vehicle Identification Number is a unique 17-character code for every car. It encodes the make, model, year, engine, where it was built and more. Decode it before you buy a used car, then check the recalls for that exact vehicle.

Not repair advice. VIN data comes from the official NHTSA vPIC database. Always confirm the details with the seller and the vehicle's own paperwork.

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