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Free VIN Decoder & Recall Check

Enter any 17-character VIN to decode vehicle specs, check for open recalls, and view complaint history.

What You'll Discover

Enter any VIN above and instantly get a complete safety profile for your vehicle.

Vehicle Specifications Make, model, year, trim, engine size, cylinders, transmission, drive type, fuel type, body class, manufacturer, plant location and more, decoded directly from the VIN.
Safety Recalls Check for open safety recalls from NHTSA's live database plus our archive of 29,000+ recall campaigns. See affected components, defect descriptions, and available remedies.
Consumer Complaints Browse real complaints filed by vehicle owners, including crash reports, fire incidents, injury counts, and detailed descriptions of the problems they experienced.

How a VIN Works

Every VIN is a 17-character code. Each position carries specific information about your vehicle.

1FAFP3F21NL100001
Positions 1-3: World Manufacturer ID, country of origin and manufacturer
Positions 4-8: Vehicle Descriptor, model, body type, engine, and restraint system
Position 9: Check Digit, a calculated number used to verify the VIN is authentic
Positions 10-11: Model Year & Assembly Plant, the year of manufacture and factory location
Positions 12-17: Serial Number, the unique production sequence number for this vehicle

Where to Find Your VIN

DashboardDriver-side, visible through the windshield from outside. This is the most common location, look at the base of the windshield on the driver's side.
Door jambOpen the driver's door and look at the edge of the door or the door post. A sticker lists the VIN along with tire pressure and weight information.
RegistrationYour state vehicle registration card or certificate of title includes the full 17-digit VIN.
Insurance cardYour auto insurance policy documents and ID card list the VIN for each covered vehicle.
Engine blockThe VIN is stamped on the engine block itself. Useful for verifying the engine matches the vehicle.

Our Database

Every data point comes directly from NHTSA, the U.S. federal agency responsible for motor vehicle safety.

29,882 Recall Campaigns
2,192,899 Consumer Complaints
58 Vehicle Makes
1966-2026 Years Covered