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Decode the VIN. Understand the vehicle.

DECODE.AUTOS is a platform offered by PAT Auto Parts to help French- and English-speaking communities, garages, and automotive recyclers quickly access useful vehicle information using a VIN.

17characters decoded
FR / ENfor both communities
OPENpublic & open sources
Important notice

The information displayed is obtained from external, public, and open-data sources. While reasonable efforts are made to provide useful information, DECODE.AUTOS and PAT Auto Parts do not guarantee its accuracy, completeness, compatibility, or timeliness. To the extent permitted by law, they shall not be liable for errors, omissions, losses, damages, or decisions based on the information provided. All information should be independently verified before any repair, purchase, sale, parts order, or other technical, commercial, or legal decision.

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FAQ

Frequently asked questions

How do I decode a VIN for free?

Enter all 17 characters, scan the barcode or upload a photo. DECODE.AUTOS then identifies the vehicle and displays available data.

Where can I find the VIN on a car?

The VIN is commonly found at the lower driver-side windshield, on the driver-door label, registration or some insurance documents.

Can I scan the barcode or use a photo?

Yes. Use the camera to scan the VIN barcode or choose an existing VIN image from your photo gallery.

What is the difference between NIV and VIN?

NIV is the French abbreviation for numéro d’identification du véhicule. VIN means Vehicle Identification Number. Both refer to the same 17-character identifier.

What information can a VIN provide?

Depending on the vehicle and sources: year, make, model, trim, engine, transmission, drivetrain, wheelbase, dimensions, safety equipment, plant, country of manufacture, recalls and more.

Can I check recalls and some risks for free?

The free report combines available open data and shortcuts to official checks such as recalls, stolen-vehicle lookup and selected U.S. checks.

Is every vehicle fully detailed?

No. Data depth varies by manufacturer, year, market and source. DECODE.AUTOS shows available data and does not guess missing fields.

Does the free report replace CARFAX?

No. It provides useful open data and official checks, but it does not replace a full commercial history report that may include accidents, claims, ownership, odometer and service history.
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Decode a VIN by vehicle make.

Choose a make, then scan a barcode, upload a photo or enter a 17-character VIN.

ToyotaCorolla · Camry · RAV4 · Highlander→ HondaCivic · Accord · CR-V · Pilot→ FordF-150 · Escape · Explorer · Edge→ ChevroletSilverado · Equinox · Traverse · Tahoe→ GMCSierra · Terrain · Acadia · Yukon→ NissanRogue · Sentra · Altima · Pathfinder→ HyundaiElantra · Tucson · Santa Fe · Kona→ KiaForte · Sportage · Sorento · Telluride→ MazdaMazda3 · CX-5 · CX-30 · CX-50→ SubaruCrosstrek · Outback · Forester · Impreza→ VolkswagenJetta · Golf · Tiguan · Atlas→ BMW3 Series · 5 Series · X1 · X3→ Mercedes-BenzC-Class · E-Class · GLC · GLE→ JeepWrangler · Grand Cherokee · Cherokee · Compass→ RAM1500 · 2500 · 3500 · ProMaster→

Coverage varies by year, market and public data source. Missing fields are not guessed.