Nissan VIN Decoder

Decode any Nissan VIN free (Rogue, Altima, Sentra, Frontier, Titan, Pathfinder and more) to see the factory specs instantly.

Find the VIN on the driver-side dashboard (look through the windshield), the driver's door frame, or your registration and insurance card.

What a Nissan VIN tells you

Every Nissan built since 1981 has a 17-character VIN. The first three characters (the World Manufacturer Identifier) show who built it and where; characters 4–8 describe the model, body and engine; the 10th character is the model year; the 11th is the assembly plant; and the last six are the vehicle’s serial number.

VIN starts withUsually means
1N4 / 1N6Nissan built in the United States
3N1 / 3N6Nissan built in Mexico
JN1 / JN8Nissan built in Japan
5N1Nissan SUVs built in the United States

Prefixes are a general guide. The decoder above reads the full VIN for the exact details.

How to get the original Nissan window sticker

Nissan does not offer a public tool for pulling up the original window sticker of a used car. A Nissan dealer can often print the original equipment list from the VIN, and paid window sticker services can recreate it.

Nissan model codes

Besides the VIN, Nissans have a model code on the label in the driver’s door frame. It identifies the exact trim and equipment and is useful when ordering parts.

Where to find the VIN on a Nissan

  • On the dashboard on the driver’s side; look through the bottom of the windshield
  • On the label inside the driver’s door frame
  • On the title, registration card and insurance card

Frequently asked questions

Is the Nissan VIN decoder free?

Yes, free with no sign-up.

Can I get a Nissan window sticker by VIN?

Nissan doesn’t offer a public sticker tool. A Nissan dealer can often print the original equipment, and sticker services can recreate it.

Where is the VIN on a Nissan Rogue?

On the driver-side dashboard through the windshield, on the driver’s door frame, and on the title and registration.

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