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Free Hyundai VIN Decoder

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

TMAH351CAJJ123456See a decoded Hyundai VIN
WMI: KMH · TMA · NLH · 5NP Plant-code decode Recall lookup NCAP safety
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How to read a Hyundai VIN number

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

TMA
1–3WMI · maker & country
H351CA
4–9VDS · model, body, engine
J
10Model year
J
11Assembly plant
123456
12–17Serial number
WMI (1–3) World Manufacturer Identifier, Hyundai uses KMH · TMA · NLH · 5NP.
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 Hyundai was built.
Serial (12–17) the unique production sequence number.

Where is Hyundai made?

Hyundai is a South Korean manufacturer. European cars are built in Nošovice, Czech Republic (WMI TMA) and İzmit, Turkey (NLH), with Korean plants for the rest.

CZ NošoviceTR İzmitKR UlsanUS Montgomery, AL

Popular Hyundai models we decode

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

Compact SUV

Tucson

Hugely popular family SUV, petrol, hybrid and plug-in.

Compact hatch

i30

Czech-built hatch, Fastback and Tourer estate, plus the i30 N.

Compact SUV

Kona

Small crossover, also as the all-electric Kona Electric.

Large SUV

Santa Fe

Seven-seat flagship SUV.

Supermini

i20

Compact city car, including the hot i20 N.

Electric

Ioniq 5

Retro-styled electric crossover on the E-GMP platform.

Why check a Hyundai VIN before buying?

A Hyundai 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 Hyundai 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 Hyundai 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.

Hyundai models in our spec database (80)

Every Hyundai model and generation we hold specifications for.

Accent 2017+Accent 3 Doors 1999–2011Accent 4 Doors 1999–2011Accent 5 Doors 1999–2006Accent five-door 2012+Accent sedan 2012+Atos 2003–2008Atos Multi 1998–2003Atos Prime/Spirit 1999+Bayon 2022+Coupe / Tiburon 1996–2009Elantra 2011–2016Elantra 4 doors 2000–2010Elantra 5 Doors 2000–2006Elantra Coupe 2012–2014Elantra GT 2012–2017Elantra N 2024+Elantra Touring 2009–2012Equus 2010–2016Excel 3 Doors 1994–2000Excel 4 Doors 1989–2000Excel 5 Doors 1998–2000Genesis 2008–2016Genesis Coupe 2008–2013Getz 3 Doors 2002–2011Getz 5 Doors 2002–2011Grand i10 2013+Grandeur 2005–2011Hyindai Grandeur / Azera (HG) 2012+Ioniq 2016–2019Ioniq 5 2021+Ioniq 5 N 2024+Ioniq 6 2023+Kona 2017+Kona Electric 2021+Kona N 2021+Lantra 1991–2000Lantra Wagon 1995–2001Matrix 2001–2010Mistra 2014+NEXO 2018+Palisade 2019–2022Pony 3 Doors 1989–1994Pony 5 Doors 1989–1994Santa Cruz 2022+Santa Fe 2000–2020Santa Fe Sport 2016–2018Satellite 1997–2000Scoupe 1990–1996Sonata 1989+Sonata / i45 2011+Sonata Hybrid 2011+Sonata Plug-in Hybrid 2016+Terracan 2001–2007Trajet 2000–2008Tucson 2004–2020Veloster 2011–2018Veloster N 2018+Venue 2020+XG 1999–2005i10 2008–2013i20 2009–2018i20 5-doors 2018–2020i20 Active 2015–2018i20 Coupe 2015–2018i20 N 2020+i30 2007–2020i30 Coupe 2012+i30 Estate 2008–2020i30 Fastback 2017–2019i30 N 2017–2020i30 Tourer 2017–2019i30 Wagon 2012–2017i40 Saloon 2011–2018i40 Tourer 2012–2018i40 Wagon 2018+i800 / H-1 2008–2018ix20 2010–2019ix35 / Tucson 2009–2015ix55 / Veracruz 2009–2012

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Hyundai VIN Decoder FAQ

Common questions about checking Hyundai vehicle identification numbers.

What is a Hyundai VIN decoder?+
A Hyundai VIN decoder reads the 17-character Vehicle Identification Number and returns the model, engine, body type, model year, production plant and factory options. Our Hyundai VIN checker is free and needs no registration.
How do I decode a Hyundai VIN for free?+
Enter the 17-character VIN in the box at the top of the page and submit. The free Hyundai VIN checker instantly runs a lookup and returns specifications, recall information and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN located on a Hyundai?+
On most Hyundai 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 Hyundai VIN?+
A valid Hyundai 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 Hyundai made, and how do I tell from the VIN?+
Hyundai is associated with South Korea and is built at several plants. The country and plant are encoded in the VIN: Hyundai uses WMI prefixes such as KMH · TMA · NLH · 5NP, and position 11 identifies the assembly plant.
Is the Hyundai 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 Hyundai recalls by VIN?+
Yes. The decoder cross-references Hyundai 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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