VIN lookup
Check a vehicle's make, model, specs and safety recalls before you buy it.
- Make, model, year and body type
- Open safety recalls
- History records, where available
When it helps
Buying a used car
Check that the vehicle matches what the seller says.
Selling your car
Have the specs ready for your listing.
Recalls
See if your vehicle has open safety recalls.
Parts and repairs
Know the exact engine and trim before ordering parts.
What the report can include
Specs
Make, model, year, trim, body type, engine and drive.
Manufacturing
Manufacturer, plant and country of assembly.
Safety
Safety equipment fitted from the factory.
Recalls
Safety recalls published by the NHTSA for that model.
History
Mileage and title records, where available.
Market value
An estimate of the vehicle's value, where available.
Frequently asked questions
What is a VIN?
The Vehicle Identification Number: 17 letters and numbers that identify a single vehicle.
Where do I find it?
On the dashboard on the driver's side, on the driver's door frame, and on the registration and insurance documents.
Why doesn't my VIN have the letters I, O or Q?
VINs never use them, to avoid confusion with 1 and 0. If you see one, it's probably a 1 or a 0.
Which vehicles does it work with?
Any vehicle with a 17-character VIN. Recalls and history are most complete for vehicles sold in the US.
Where does the data come from?
Specs and recalls come from the US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). History comes from specialized providers, where available.
Is the information guaranteed?
It's as accurate as the sources. Always have a used vehicle inspected before you buy it.
Can I check any car?
Yes. A VIN identifies a vehicle, not its owner, and the report doesn't include personal data about owners.
Why people use LookupVia
Official data
Specs and recalls from the NHTSA.
Clear
Each section says what we found and what isn't available.
Quick
Paste the VIN and get the report.
Before you buy, check
- Any 17-character VIN
- Open safety recalls
- Works on phone and computer
- Your searches saved in your account
- Help available any time
- Your data is never sold
Check a VIN now
Enter the 17-character VIN to start.