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Free Ford VIN Decoder

Decode any Ford VIN for free and read the model, engine, body and factory options in seconds, plus recalls and safety ratings, for Ford vehicles built in United States. No registration.

WF0DXXGAJD5A12345See a decoded Ford VIN
WMI: WF0 · VS6 · 1FA · 1FT · 1FM Plant-code decode Recall lookup NCAP safety
146 Ford models covered Free instant decode, no sign-up Official open-data sources

How to read a Ford VIN number

A Ford VIN has 17 characters. Each section tells you something different about the car.

WF0
1–3WMI · maker & country
DXXGAJ
4–9VDS · model, body, engine
D
10Model year
5
11Assembly plant
A12345
12–17Serial number
WMI (1–3) World Manufacturer Identifier, Ford uses WF0 · VS6 · 1FA · 1FT · 1FM.
VDS (4–9) model line, body, engine and restraint, position 9 is the check digit.
Model year (10) a single letter or digit for the model year.
Plant (11) the assembly plant where this Ford was built.
Serial (12–17) the unique production sequence number.

Where is Ford made?

Ford is an American manufacturer with a large European arm (Ford of Europe). European Fords are built in Germany, Spain and Romania and carry the WF0 / VS6 WMIs; US models use 1FA/1FT/1FM. The model year is at VIN position 10.

DE CologneES ValenciaRO CraiovaUS Dearborn, MITR Kocaeli

Popular Ford models we decode

All variants and years are covered, see the full list further down.

Compact hatch

Focus

Europe’s core Ford, hatch, estate and the hot ST/RS.

Supermini

Fiesta

Long-running best-selling small car, including the Fiesta ST.

Mid SUV

Kuga

Family SUV with petrol, diesel and plug-in hybrid options.

Crossover

Puma

Popular compact crossover, also as a fully electric Puma Gen-E.

Family saloon

Mondeo

The classic large saloon, estate and hatch.

Sports coupe

Mustang

The iconic pony car, V8 and the electric Mach-E.

Why check a Ford VIN before buying?

A Ford VIN check helps you avoid odometer fraud, confirm the car matches its documents, reveal outstanding recalls, and verify the exact specification before you commit, essential for imported or cross-border vehicles.

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How to find your Ford VIN number

The 17-character VIN appears in several places on the car and its paperwork.

Windscreen & door

Through the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, and on the driver's door-jamb sticker.

Engine bay & body

Many Ford models also stamp the VIN on the engine-bay bulkhead or a strut tower.

Registration documents

The VIN is printed on the registration certificate (V5C / title) and the insurance documents.

Ford models in our spec database (146)

Every Ford model and generation we hold specifications for.

2010Ford Taurus Anglia 100E 1953–1959Anglia 105E 1959–1967B-Max 2012+Bronco 1966–1996Bronco 2-door 2020+Bronco 4-door 2020+Bronco Raptor 2022+Bronco Sport 2020+Bullitt 2019–2020C-Max 2007–2019Capri 1969–1986Consul 1950–1956Corsair 2000E 1964–1970Cortina 1962–1979Cougar 1998–2001Crestline Skyliner 1952–1954Crestliner 1949–1951Crown Victoria 1998–2007Deluxe Roadster 1932–1938E-Tourneo Courier 2023+EDGE 2006–2018EcoSport 2004–2017Econovan 1999–2005Edge ST 2018+Escape 2000–2022Escort 3 Doors 1980–2000Escort 4 Doors 1993–2000Escort 5 Doors 1990–2000Escort Cabriolet 1993–1998Escort Clipper 1991–1992Escort Wagon 1995–2000Everest 2003–2022Excursion 2000–2005Expedition 1996–2021Expedition Max 2018+Explorer 2003–2019Explorer Sport 2001–2005Explorer Sport Trac 2002–2010F-150 2020+F-150 Lightning 2022+F-150 Raptor 2017+F-150 Raptor SVT 2009–2013F-150 Regular Cab 1996–2012F-150 Super Cab 2001–2012F-150 Super Crew 2001–2020F-150 Tremor 2020+Fiesta 3 doors 1976–2017Fiesta 5 doors 1989–2021Fiesta Active 2017–2021Fiesta ST 2012–2016Fiesta ST 3 doors 2018–2021Fiesta ST200 3 Doors 2016–2018Fiesta Sedan 2011–2017Figo 2010–2018Five Hundred 2004–2007Flex 2009–2019Focus 2021+Focus 3 Doors 1998–2011Focus 4 Doors 1999–2014Focus 5 Doors 1998–2021Focus Active Wagon 2021+Focus C-Max 2003–2007Focus CC 2006–2011Focus Coupe 2007–2010Focus Estate 2014–2021Focus RS 2002–2011Focus ST 2021+Focus ST 3 Doors 2004–2008Focus ST 5 Doors 2008–2021Focus ST Estate 2012+Focus Sedan 2007–2018Focus Wagon 1999–2014Freestar 2003–2007Freestyle 2004–2007Fusion 2018+Fusion Energi 2012–2016Fusion European 2002–2012Fusion Hybrid 2012–2016Fusion North American 2005–2018GT 2004–2019Galaxy 1995–2019Grand C-Max 2011–2015Ka+ 1997–2018Ka+ Active 2018+Kuga 2008–2019Maverick 2022+Maverick 3 Doors 1993+Maverick 5 Doors 1993+Model A 1903–1905Model T 1908–1927Mondeo Hatchback 1993–2018Mondeo Sedan 1993–2018Mondeo Wagon 1993–2018Mustang 1964–2017Mustang Convertible 1964–2017Mustang Dark Horse 2024+Mustang GT 1996+Mustang GT 350 Shelby 1965–1966Mustang GT Convertible 2024+Mustang GTD 2025+Mustang Mach-E 2020+Mustang Mach-E GT 2021+Mustang Mach1 2021+Mustang Shelby GT350 2015+Mustang Shelby GT350R 2015+Mustang Shelby GT500 2009–2015Mustang Shelby GT500 Convertible 2009–2014Orion 1990–1993Pinto 1971+Probe 1994–1998Puma 1998+Puma ST 2021+Ranger 2019+Ranger Double Cab 2011–2021Ranger Raptor 2023+Ranger Regular Cab 2000–2015Ranger Super Cab 2000–2015Ranger Wildtrak 2021+Ranger Wildtrak X 2023+Raptor Ranger 2018+S-Max 2006–2014Scorpio Sedan 1990–1997Scorpio Wagon 1992–1997Sierra 3 Doors 1990–1993Sierra 5 Doors 1990–1993Sierra Sedan 1990–1993SportKa 2003–2008StreetKa 2003–2006Super Duty Lariat Tremor 2021+TRANSIT/TOURNEO CONNECT (7-SEATS) 2018+Taunus 12M 1952–1959Taunus 12M Cabriolet 1952–1968Taurus 1995–2019Taurus SHO 2010+Taurus Wagon 1995–2007Taurus X 2007–2009Territory (China) 2018+Thunderbird 1957–2005Thunderbird MKVIII Tourneo Connect 2003–2018Transit Connect Wagon - North American version 2018+Transit Custom 2019+Turneo Custom 2017+Windstar 1998–2004Zodiac 1962–1972

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Ford VIN Decoder FAQ

Common questions about checking Ford vehicle identification numbers.

What is a Ford VIN decoder?+
A Ford VIN decoder reads the 17-character Vehicle Identification Number and returns the model, engine, body type, model year, production plant and factory options. Our Ford VIN checker is free and needs no registration.
How do I decode a Ford VIN for free?+
Enter the 17-character VIN in the box at the top of the page and submit. The free Ford VIN checker instantly runs a lookup and returns specifications, recall information and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN located on a Ford?+
On most Ford vehicles the VIN is visible at the base of the windscreen on the driver's side, on the driver's door jamb sticker, and on the vehicle registration document (V5C / title).
How many characters is a Ford VIN?+
A valid Ford VIN has exactly 17 characters and never contains the letters I, O or Q, to avoid confusion with the digits 1 and 0.
Where is Ford made, and how do I tell from the VIN?+
Ford is associated with United States and is built at several plants. The country and plant are encoded in the VIN: Ford uses WMI prefixes such as WF0 · VS6 · 1FA · 1FT · 1FM, and position 11 identifies the assembly plant.
Is the Ford VIN decoder really free?+
Yes. Decoding specifications, recalls and safety ratings is completely free with no account required. A paid full-history report is optional if you also need mileage and theft checks.
Can I check Ford recalls by VIN?+
Yes. The decoder cross-references Ford recall campaigns from NHTSA, Transport Canada and the EU Safety Gate so you can see whether a specific VIN is affected.
What is the difference between a free decode and a full history report?+
The free decode covers specifications, recalls, safety ratings and emissions. The full report adds mileage verification, stolen-vehicle checks, accident records and ownership history.

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