Free Lexus VIN Decoder & Lookup

What is a VIN Number?

How to Find It

Finding your Lexus's VIN is straightforward. Here’s where to look:

• Passenger Cars: Check the front of the dashboard on the driver's side. View it from outside the vehicle through the windshield. Also, inspect the driver's side door pillar—open the door to find the VIN where the door latches.
• SUVs: Look in similar locations as passenger cars, focusing on the driver's side door pillar and the front of the dashboard.

If you're unable to locate the VIN on your Lexus, it can also be found on:

• Your vehicle's title documents.
• Liability insurance documents.

How to Check a Specific Number

Enter your Lexus's 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the field above to look up and receive an instant report on its manufacturer, brand, make and model, body style, engine size, assembly plant, and model year. The information is provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) from the data submitted by the manufacturers to NHTSA. The VIN Decoder lookup is intended for use with Lexus vehicles manufactured since 1981. Whether you own an ES350, SC430, or any other Lexus model, this tool is the best way to get a detailed build sheet or chart specific to your vehicle. If your Lexus was made before 1981, the VIN may be a shorter sequence of characters.

Model Year Character Codes

The table below shows the model year character codes used in Lexus VINs. These codes help you determine the exact year of manufacture for your vehicle.

• Example: A Lexus ES350 with a VIN of JTHBW1GG9F2123456 has a model year character of "F," indicating it was manufactured in 2015.
• Example: A Lexus SC430 with a VIN of JTHFN48Y720123456 has a model year character of "2," indicating it was manufactured in 2002.

World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI)

The table below provides World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) codes for Lexus vehicles, enabling you to identify the country of origin for your Lexus. These WMIs offer valuable information about where your Lexus was manufactured.

Brand-Specific WMIs:

• JT = Japan
• 2T = Canada

Historical Context:

Lexus, the luxury vehicle division of Toyota, predominantly manufactures its vehicles in Japan. The brand is known for its meticulous craftsmanship and attention to detail, which are hallmarks of Japanese manufacturing.

Production Volume:

While the majority of Lexus vehicles are produced in Japan, some models are also manufactured in Canada to cater to the North American market. This helps Lexus maintain high production standards while meeting global demand.

Trivia:

• The Lexus ES350 is one of the brand's most popular models, primarily manufactured in Kyushu, Japan.
• The Lexus RX series, a luxury SUV, is produced both in Japan and at a plant in Cambridge, Ontario, Canada.

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