Hyundai VIN decoder

Decode your Hyundai VIN

Enter a 17-character Hyundai VIN to get make, model, engine, drivetrain and origin — free, in seconds. Below, see how Hyundai VINs are built.

How a Hyundai VIN is structured

Every Hyundai VIN follows the global ISO 3779 standard — 17 characters in three blocks.

Example Hyundai VIN
KMHD84LF8JU627310
World Manufacturer Identifier
KMH

Characters 1–3. KMH identifies Hyundai, built in South Korea.

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.

Common Hyundai WMI prefixes

Representative prefixes, not a complete list.

Where to find the VIN on a Hyundai

On most Hyundai 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