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Free Nissan VIN Decoder

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

SJNFAAJ11U1123456See a decoded Nissan VIN
WMI: SJN · VSK · JN1 · JN8 Plant-code decode Recall lookup NCAP safety
117 Nissan models covered Free instant decode, no sign-up Official open-data sources

How to read a Nissan VIN number

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

SJN
1–3WMI · maker & country
FAAJ11
4–9VDS · model, body, engine
U
10Model year
1
11Assembly plant
123456
12–17Serial number
WMI (1–3) World Manufacturer Identifier, Nissan uses SJN · VSK · JN1 · JN8.
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 Nissan was built.
Serial (12–17) the unique production sequence number.

Where is Nissan made?

Nissan is a Japanese manufacturer. European models were built in Sunderland (UK, WMI SJN) and Barcelona (Spain, VSK), while Japanese-built cars use JN-prefix WMIs.

GB SunderlandES BarcelonaJP OppamaUS Smyrna, TNMX Aguascalientes

Popular Nissan models we decode

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

Mid SUV

Qashqai

The car that defined the crossover class, built in Sunderland (badged Dualis in some markets).

Compact SUV

Juke

Bold small crossover.

Large SUV

X-Trail

Seven-seat family SUV, now e-Power hybrid.

Supermini

Micra

Compact city car.

Electric

Leaf

One of the first mass-market electric cars.

Mini-MPV

Note

Practical compact hatch / MPV.

Why check a Nissan VIN before buying?

A Nissan 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 Nissan 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 Nissan 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.

Nissan models in our spec database (117)

Every Nissan model and generation we hold specifications for.

100 NX 1991–1996200 SX 1989–2000300 ZX 1984–1996350 Z 2002–2008350Z Roadster 2005–2009370Z 2008–2012370Z Coupe 2012+370Z Roadster 2009–2012370z Nismo 2009–2014Almera / Pulsar 3 Doors 1995–2007Almera / Pulsar 4 Doors 1995–2007Almera / Pulsar 5 Doors 1995–2007Almera Tino 2000–2006Altima 1998–2022Altima (Thailand) 2011+Altima Coupe 2007–2012Altima Sedan 2012–2018Ariya 2020+Ariya Nismo 2025+Armada 2003–2020Bluebird Hatchback 1986+Bluebird Sedan 1986–1990Bluebird Traveller 1986–1990CrossCabriolet 2011–2014Cube 2009+Frontier 2009–2019Frontier/Navara Double Cab 2019–2021Frontier/Navara King Cab 2019+GT-R 2017+GT-R (R35) 2007–2011GT-R (R35) - Facelift 2011–2016GT-R (R35) Nismo 2014–2016GT-R Nismo 2020+Grand Livina 2006+Juke 2010–2019Juke Nismo 2013+Kicks 2016–2020Leaf 2010–2017Liberty 1999–2004Maxima 1989–2018Micra 2013+Micra 3 Doors 1982–2007Micra 5 Doors 1989–2020Micra C+C 2005–2008Murano 2003–2018NP300 Pickup Double Cab 2008–2014NP300 Pickup King Cab 2008–2014NP300 Pickup Single Cab 2008–2015NV200 2009+Navara / Frontier Double Cab 2005–2015Navara / Frontier King Cab 2005–2015Navara NP300 Double Cab 2015+Navara NP300 King Cab 2015+Note 2005–2012Pathfinder 2001–2021Patrol 2010–2014Patrol LWB 1988–2010Patrol SWB 1988–2004Pixo 2009–2013Platina 2006–2010Prairie 1989–1996Primera Break 1999+Primera Hatchback 1990+Primera Hatchback P10 1994+Primera Hatchback P11 1996+Primera Hatchback P12 2002+Primera Sedan 1990+Primera Sedan P11 1996+Primera Sedan P12 2001+Primera Traveller 1990+Primera Wagon P12 2002+Primera Wagon WP11 1998+Pulsar 2014+Qashqai 2007–2021Quest 2004–2011Rogue 2007–2020Rogue Sport 2019+Sakura 2022+Sentra 2000–2019Sentra SE-R 2004–2006Serena 1991–2016Skyline 2002+Skyline GT-R (C110) 1972–1973Skyline GT-R (KPGC-10) 1971–1972Skyline GT-R (PGC-10) 1969–1972Skyline GT-R (R32) 1989–1994Skyline GT-R (R33) 1995–1998Skyline GT-R (R34) () 1999–2002Skyline GT-R V-Spec (R32) 1993–1994Skyline GT-R V-Spec (R33) 1995–1998Skyline GT-R V-Spec (R34) 1999–2002Skyline Sedan 2001–2006Sunny 2010+Sunny 3 Doors 1993–1995Sunny Hatchback 1993–1995Sunny Sedan 1993–1995Sunny Traveller 1993–1996Teana 2003–2009Terrano 2013+Terrano 3 Doors 1988–1993Terrano 5 Doors 1990–1993Terrano II 3 Doors 1993–2006Terrano II 5 Doors 1993–2005Tiida/Versa 2006–2018Tiida/Versa Sedan 2006–2022Titan Crew Cab 2004–2019Titan King Cab 2004–2015Titan XD Crew Cab 2015–2019Versa 2022+Versa/Note 2017+X-Trail 2001+X-Trail (T30) 2003–2007X-Trail (T31) 2007–2013X-Trail (T32) 2014–2022XTerra 2002–2015Z 2021+Z Nismo 2024+

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Nissan VIN Decoder FAQ

Common questions about checking Nissan vehicle identification numbers.

What is a Nissan VIN decoder?+
A Nissan VIN decoder reads the 17-character Vehicle Identification Number and returns the model, engine, body type, model year, production plant and factory options. Our Nissan VIN checker is free and needs no registration.
How do I decode a Nissan VIN for free?+
Enter the 17-character VIN in the box at the top of the page and submit. The free Nissan VIN checker instantly runs a lookup and returns specifications, recall information and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN located on a Nissan?+
On most Nissan 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 Nissan VIN?+
A valid Nissan 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 Nissan made, and how do I tell from the VIN?+
Nissan is associated with Japan and is built at several plants. The country and plant are encoded in the VIN: Nissan uses WMI prefixes such as SJN · VSK · JN1 · JN8, and position 11 identifies the assembly plant.
Is the Nissan 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 Nissan recalls by VIN?+
Yes. The decoder cross-references Nissan 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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