Ford VIN decoder
Decode your Ford VIN
Enter a 17-character Ford VIN to get make, model, engine, drivetrain and origin — free, in seconds. Below, see how Ford VINs are built.
How a Ford VIN is structured
Every Ford VIN follows the global ISO 3779 standard — 17 characters in three blocks.
Example Ford VIN
1FATP8UH3J5106342
World Manufacturer Identifier
1FA
Characters 1–3. 1FA identifies Ford, built in United States.
Vehicle descriptor
4–9
Characters 4–9. Model, body style, engine and a check digit.
Vehicle identifier
10–17
Characters 10–17. Model year, assembly plant and serial number.
Where to find the VIN on a Ford
On most Ford vehicles, the 17-character VIN appears in these places:
- Lower corner of the windshield, on the driver's side
- Sticker inside the driver's door jamb
- Registration, title and insurance documents
- Stamped in the engine bay, on the firewall or strut tower