Free tool
VIN Decoder
Type or scan your vehicle identification number: in seconds you get its full report, original tires and wheels, recalls and a PDF report.
- Free, no sign-up
- Camera scanning
- Canadian recalls
- PDF report
- VIN kept only if you choose
Keep this vehicle in my account
The vehicle and its VIN are added to your vehicle passport, in your account only. You can delete them at any time.
Sign in or create your account to keep this vehicle, then come back to the decoder. Sign in
How it works
- Type or scan the VINEnter the 17 characters or aim at the windshield or the door label: decoding starts on its own.
- Read the vehicle reportEngine, transmission, original tires and wheels, fuel economy, safety, recalls: all sorted by section.
- Download or shopKeep the PDF report, email it, or see the tires and wheels that fit.
What the report includes
- IdentificationYear, make, model, trim, body, plant and the VIN explained character by character.
- Engine and transmissionDisplacement, cylinders, power, fuel, transmission, drive type and brakes.
- Original tires and wheelsFront and rear sizes, load and speed indexes, bolt pattern, center bore, thread, torque, pressure.
- Fuel economy and dimensionsOfficial ratings in L/100 km (or kWh/100 km), CO₂, length, width, wheelbase and weight.
- SafetyEquipment and driver assistance, crash test ratings (1 to 5 stars).
- Recalls and known issuesRecalls published in Canada and the United States, owner complaints by component.
Where to find the VIN
- At the bottom of the windshield on the driver's side: it can be read from outside the vehicle.
- On the label of the driver's door jamb: its barcode can be read directly with the camera.
- On your vehicle registration and your insurance policy.
What's next?
Frequently asked questions
What is a VIN?
The vehicle identification number (VIN) is a unique 17-character code assigned to every vehicle since 1981. It identifies the manufacturer, model, engine, model year, assembly plant and production number. The letters I, O and Q are never used.
Where do I find my vehicle's VIN?
At the bottom of the windshield on the driver's side, on the driver's door jamb label, on the vehicle registration and on the insurance policy.
Does the decoder give the paint code and the brake code?
No: these codes are not part of the VIN, they come from the manufacturer's build record. The report shows where to find them: driver's door jamb label, factory options label in the glove box on GM vehicles, or a plate under the hood depending on the brand. Our shop can also confirm your brakes during a tire installation.
How do I scan the VIN with my phone?
Tap Scan and aim at the door-label barcode or the VIN printed at the bottom of the windshield. As soon as a valid VIN is read, decoding starts on its own. The image is processed on your device and never sent.
Does the report show safety recalls in Canada?
Yes: recalls published in Canada for the year, make and model, then those in the United States. A recall often covers only part of the vehicles: your dealer confirms with the VIN whether yours is affected.
Can I find the right tire size with my VIN?
Yes: the report shows the original equipment of each version of the model, with a link to tires in that size. Compare with the driver's door label before buying, as a VIN does not always reveal the trim.
Why is my VIN not recognized?
Check all 17 characters: 0 and D, 8 and B or 5 and S are easy to mix up. The 9th character is a check digit: if it does not match, a character was mistyped. Vehicles built before 1981 and some imported vehicles are not covered.
Is decoding free? Is my VIN stored?
Decoding is free with no sign-up. A VIN that is only decoded is neither stored nor linked to anyone. If you choose to add the vehicle to your account (existing or created for the occasion), the VIN is kept in that account and linked to your profile. It is also recorded in your Liqui Pneus customer file for shop service, and may remain there if you remove the vehicle or delete the account: you can ask for it to be erased at any time. It is then used for your vehicle passport and, only if you check the box, for safety recall alerts by email, checked every week, which you can stop at any time. If you request the report by email, your address is only used for that email.
Privacy
For a simple decoding, the VIN is only used to produce the report: it is neither stored nor linked to anyone. If you choose to add the vehicle to your account, or create an account to do so, the VIN is kept in your account and linked to your profile. It is also recorded in your Liqui Pneus customer file for shop service, and may remain there if you remove the vehicle or delete the account: you can ask for it to be erased at any time. It is then used for your vehicle passport and, only if you checked the box, for safety recall alerts by email, which you can stop at any time. If you request the report by email, your address is only used for that email.
