Nissan VIN decoder
Decode your Nissan VIN
Enter a 17-character Nissan VIN to get make, model, engine, drivetrain and origin — free, in seconds. Below, see how Nissan VINs are built.
How a Nissan VIN is structured
Every Nissan VIN follows the global ISO 3779 standard — 17 characters in three blocks.
Example Nissan VIN
JN1BV7AR5JM294015
World Manufacturer Identifier
JN1
Characters 1–3. JN1 identifies Nissan, built in Japan.
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 Nissan
On most Nissan 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