Free VIN Decoder: Year, Make, Model & Recalls
Enter a 17-character Vehicle Identification Number. We check it, decode it with NHTSA's vPIC database, and list the safety recalls for that year, make and model.
Frequently asked questions
Is this VIN decoder free?
Yes. It uses free public data from the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA), and there's no sign-up.
Does it tell me if my car has an open recall?
It lists every recall issued for your car's year, make and model. Whether your own car has already been repaired is tracked by the manufacturer. Check that with your VIN on NHTSA's recall page or with a dealer.
Why does the check digit matter?
The 9th character is calculated from the other 16. If it doesn't match, the VIN was probably mistyped. Vehicles built for outside North America may not use it.
Developers: GET /api/vin-decoder returns JSON.