Free Nissan VIN Decoder & Lookup

What is a VIN Number?

How to Find It

Finding your Nissan'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.
• Trucks and 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 Nissan, it can also be found on:

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

How to Check a Specific Number

Enter your Nissan'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 Nissan vehicles manufactured since 1981. Whether you own an Altima, Titan, Rogue, Frontier, Sentra, or Xterra, this tool is the best way to get a detailed build sheet or chart specific to your vehicle. If your Nissan 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 Nissan VINs. These codes help you determine the exact year of manufacture for your vehicle.

• Example: A Nissan Altima with a VIN of 1N4AL3AP9DC123456 has a model year character of "D," indicating it was manufactured in 2013.
• Example: A Nissan Rogue with a VIN of JN8AS5MT9DW123456 has a model year character of "D," indicating it was manufactured in 2013.

World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI)

This table lists the World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) codes used for Nissan vehicles. These codes provide insights into the manufacturing locations and country of origin for your Nissan.

Brand-Specific WMIs:

• JN = Japan
• 1N = United States
• 3N = Mexico

Historical Context:

Nissan, a global automotive giant, has a diverse manufacturing network. Originating in Japan, Nissan has expanded its production to North America, with significant manufacturing facilities in the United States and Mexico.

Production Volume:

Nissan's production is widely distributed, with major hubs in Japan, the United States, and Mexico. This global production strategy allows Nissan to meet high demand and maintain efficient supply chains.

Trivia:

• The Nissan Altima, a popular midsize sedan, is produced in Smyrna, Tennessee, and Canton, Mississippi, USA.
• The Nissan Rogue, a best-selling compact SUV, is manufactured in Kyushu, Japan, and Smyrna, Tennessee, USA.

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