VIN Decoder
Enter a 17-character VIN and get all vehicle details
What's Included in the Decode?
The exact manufacturer name and model as registered at the factory.
The model year and the actual assembly year of the vehicle.
Engine type, displacement, number of cylinders, and fuel type.
Body type, transmission, and place of manufacture.
Data is retrieved in real-time from the public VIN database of NHTSA — the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
How It Works?
- 1. Enter a VIN
17 characters as they appear on the vehicle registration or chassis.
- 2. Decode against NHTSA
The system retrieves the manufacturer's full technical data.
- 3. Get a Vehicle Card
All vehicle details in one place, organized and clear.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a VIN (Vehicle Identification Number)?▾
A VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) is a unique 17-character code that identifies a single vehicle. It is stamped on the chassis and appears on vehicle documents, containing information about the manufacturer, production plant, year, model, engine, and serial number.
Where can I find the VIN?▾
The VIN appears on the vehicle registration, insurance documents, and certificate of conformity. On the vehicle itself, it is usually stamped on a metal plate at the base of the windshield or on the driver's doorjamb, and sometimes also as a sticker on the door.
Is the VIN decoding free?▾
Yes. The decoding on GetCarCode is completely free and does not require registration. The data is retrieved from the public VIN database of the American NHTSA.
Why is some information sometimes missing in the result?▾
Full coverage is available for vehicles manufactured for the US market. For other manufacturers, the information may be partial — depending on the information the manufacturer reported to NHTSA.
What does the decoding not include?▾
The decoding shows the vehicle's technical data as it left the factory. It does not include ownership history, accidents, mileage, or registration status — for those, a vehicle check by license plate number is used.
Data is based on the public NHTSA VIN database. Coverage is complete for vehicles intended for the US market and may be partial for other manufacturers.