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Free Honda VIN Decoder

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

SHHFK2750JU123456See a decoded Honda VIN
WMI: JHM · SHH · NLA · 1HG Plant-code decode Recall lookup NCAP safety
85 Honda models covered Free instant decode, no sign-up Official open-data sources

How to read a Honda VIN number

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

SHH
1–3WMI · maker & country
FK2750
4–9VDS · model, body, engine
J
10Model year
U
11Assembly plant
123456
12–17Serial number
WMI (1–3) World Manufacturer Identifier, Honda uses JHM · SHH · NLA · 1HG.
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 Honda was built.
Serial (12–17) the unique production sequence number.

Where is Honda made?

Honda is a Japanese manufacturer. European Hondas are now imported mainly from Japan and Turkey (the UK Swindon plant closed in 2021); the VIN shows the country of build.

JP SuzukaJP YoriiTR GebzeUS Marysville, OH

Popular Honda models we decode

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

Compact hatch

Civic

Honda’s core hatch and saloon, including the Type R and e:HEV hybrid.

Mid SUV

CR-V

Long-running family SUV, now hybrid and plug-in.

Supermini

Jazz

Famously practical hybrid supermini.

Compact SUV

HR-V

Coupe-styled hybrid crossover.

Family saloon

Accord

Full-size hybrid saloon.

Electric SUV

e:Ny1

Honda’s compact electric SUV.

Why check a Honda VIN before buying?

A Honda 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 Honda 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 Honda 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.

Honda models in our spec database (85)

Every Honda model and generation we hold specifications for.

1300 Coupe 1970–19731300 Sedan 1969–1973Accord 1977+Accord 4 Doors 1996–1998Accord Aerodeck 1993+Accord CC7 1993+Accord Coupe 1994+Accord Coupe - US 2006+Accord Coupe Euro 1999+Accord Crosstour 2010+Accord Hatchback 1982+Accord Sedan 1982+Accord Sedan - CF8 1998+Accord Sedan - US 2003+Accord Tourer 2003+Accord Tourer - EU 2011+Accord Type R (CH1) 1998+Accord US 2003+Airwave 2005–2010Avancier 1999–2003Beat 1991–1996CR-V 1996–2019CR-Z 2010–2016Civic 3 Doors 1972–2005Civic 5 Doors 1995–2019Civic Aero Deck 1998–2001Civic CRX 1988–1993Civic CRX del Sol Civic Coupe 1994–2018Civic Coupe Si 2008–2015Civic Hatchback 2019–2021Civic Sedan 1987–2021Civic Sedan HF 2012–2016Civic Sedan Natural Gas 2012–2016Civic Sedan Si 2007–2016Civic Sedan Si US 2008+Civic Sedan US 2005–2008Civic Shuttle 1987–1993Civic Si 2025+Civic Si Coupe 2015–2016Civic Tourer 2013–2017Civic Type S 2005–2011Civic Type-R 2001–2016Civic Type-R Mugen 2009–2010Civic eHEV 2023+Concerto Hatchback 1990–1994Crosstour 2013–2016Element 2003–2011FCX Clarity 2007–2014FR-V / Edix 2004–2011Fit EV 2012–2014HR-V 2018–2022HR-V 3 Doors 1999–2006HR-V 5 doors 2001–2018Insight 1999–2014Jazz / Fit 2002–2020Jazz/City 1983–1986L700 1965–1967Legend 2009–2012Legend Coupe 1988–1996Legend Sedan 1987–2008Logo/Fit 1996–2001MDX 2003–2006Mobilio 2001–2008N360 1967–1972N600 1969–1972NSX 1991–2005Odyssey 2005–2017Passport 2019+Pilot 2009+Prelude 1979–2000Prologue 2024+Ridgeline 2006+S2000 1999–2009S500 1963–1964S600 1964–1966S660 2015+S800 1966+S800C 1966–1970Shuttle 1995–2001Stream 2000–2009That's 2002–2007ZR-V 2024+e 2020+e:Ny1 2023+

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Honda VIN Decoder FAQ

Common questions about checking Honda vehicle identification numbers.

What is a Honda VIN decoder?+
A Honda VIN decoder reads the 17-character Vehicle Identification Number and returns the model, engine, body type, model year, production plant and factory options. Our Honda VIN checker is free and needs no registration.
How do I decode a Honda VIN for free?+
Enter the 17-character VIN in the box at the top of the page and submit. The free Honda VIN checker instantly runs a lookup and returns specifications, recall information and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN located on a Honda?+
On most Honda 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 Honda VIN?+
A valid Honda 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 Honda made, and how do I tell from the VIN?+
Honda is associated with Japan and is built at several plants. The country and plant are encoded in the VIN: Honda uses WMI prefixes such as JHM · SHH · NLA · 1HG, and position 11 identifies the assembly plant.
Is the Honda 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 Honda recalls by VIN?+
Yes. The decoder cross-references Honda 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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