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Free Tesla VIN Decoder

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

5YJ3E1EA7KF123456See a decoded Tesla VIN
WMI: 5YJ · XP7 · LRW · 7SA Plant-code decode Recall lookup NCAP safety
6 Tesla models covered Free instant decode, no sign-up Official open-data sources

How to read a Tesla VIN number

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

5YJ
1–3WMI · maker & country
3E1EA7
4–9VDS · model, body, engine
K
10Model year
F
11Assembly plant
123456
12–17Serial number
WMI (1–3) World Manufacturer Identifier, Tesla uses 5YJ · XP7 · LRW · 7SA.
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 Tesla was built.
Serial (12–17) the unique production sequence number.

Where is Tesla made?

Tesla is an American electric-car maker. European cars come from Gigafactory Berlin (Germany), Fremont (US) and Shanghai (China); the WMI shows the plant, 5YJ (US), XP7 (Germany), LRW (China).

DE Berlin-BrandenburgUS Fremont, CAUS Austin, TXCN Shanghai

Popular Tesla models we decode

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

Electric saloon

Model 3

The best-selling electric saloon.

Electric SUV

Model Y

Compact electric SUV, among the world’s best-selling cars.

Electric flagship

Model S

Long-range performance saloon.

Electric SUV

Model X

Large SUV with falcon-wing doors.

Electric pickup

Cybertruck

Stainless-steel electric pick-up.

Electric sports car

Roadster

The original Tesla, and its upcoming successor.

Why check a Tesla VIN before buying?

A Tesla 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 Tesla 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 Tesla 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.

Tesla models in our spec database (6)

Every Tesla model and generation we hold specifications for.

Cybertruck 2021+Model 3 2018+Model S 2012–2016Model X 2016+Model Y 2019+Roadster 2008–2012

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Tesla VIN Decoder FAQ

Common questions about checking Tesla vehicle identification numbers.

What is a Tesla VIN decoder?+
A Tesla VIN decoder reads the 17-character Vehicle Identification Number and returns the model, engine, body type, model year, production plant and factory options. Our Tesla VIN checker is free and needs no registration.
How do I decode a Tesla VIN for free?+
Enter the 17-character VIN in the box at the top of the page and submit. The free Tesla VIN checker instantly runs a lookup and returns specifications, recall information and available safety ratings.
Where is the VIN located on a Tesla?+
On most Tesla 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 Tesla VIN?+
A valid Tesla 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 Tesla made, and how do I tell from the VIN?+
Tesla is associated with United States and is built at several plants. The country and plant are encoded in the VIN: Tesla uses WMI prefixes such as 5YJ · XP7 · LRW · 7SA, and position 11 identifies the assembly plant.
Is the Tesla 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 Tesla recalls by VIN?+
Yes. The decoder cross-references Tesla 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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