Tesla VIN decoder
Decode your Tesla VIN
Enter a 17-character Tesla VIN to get make, model, engine, drivetrain and origin — free, in seconds. Below, see how Tesla VINs are built.
How a Tesla VIN is structured
Every Tesla VIN follows the global ISO 3779 standard — 17 characters in three blocks.
Example Tesla VIN
5YJ3E1EA7JF005492
World Manufacturer Identifier
5YJ
Characters 1–3. 5YJ identifies Tesla, 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 Tesla
On most Tesla 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