Free Mazda VIN Decoder & Lookup

What is a VIN Number?

How to Find It

Finding your Mazda'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 Mazda, it can also be found on:

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

How to Check a Specific Number

Enter your Mazda'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 Mazda vehicles manufactured since 1981. Whether you own a Mazda CX-5, a Mazda3, or any other Mazda model, this tool is the best way to get a detailed build sheet or chart specific to your vehicle. If your Mazda 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 Mazda VINs. These codes help you determine the exact year of manufacture for your vehicle.

• Example: A Mazda CX-5 with a VIN of JM3KE2CY8F1234567 has a model year character of 'F,' indicating it was manufactured in 2015.
• Example: A Mazda3 with a VIN of JM1BM1T70G1234567 has a model year character of 'G,' indicating it was manufactured in 2016.

World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI)

The table below shows the World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) codes used in Mazda VINs. These codes help you determine the country of origin for your vehicle. Understanding these codes can provide insights into the manufacturing and origin of your Mazda vehicle.

Brand-Specific WMIs:

• JM1 = Japan
• 4F2 = United States
• 3MZ = Mexico

Historical Context:

Mazda, a Japanese automaker known for its innovative and reliable vehicles, has a strong manufacturing presence in Japan and North America. This enables Mazda to cater to global markets with efficiency and high quality.

Production Volume:

Mazda's production is primarily based in Japan, with significant facilities in the United States and Mexico. This strategic location of manufacturing plants helps Mazda optimize its production processes and supply chain logistics.

Trivia:

• Mazda is renowned for its development of the rotary engine, used in vehicles like the Mazda RX-7 and RX-8.
• The Mazda MX-5 Miata is one of the best-selling two-seat convertible sports cars in history.

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