Free NHTSA-powered decoder
VIN Decoder & Model-Year Recall Check
Decode a 17-character VIN, identify its encoded make, model, and year, then query NHTSA for matching model-year campaigns.
Important limitation: this tool decodes the VIN, then queries campaigns by year, make, and model. It does not tell us which campaigns apply to that exact VIN or whether a repair is still open.
Where to find it
Look through the windshield at the driver's dashboard, the door-jamb label, registration, or insurance card.
What we query
NHTSA vPIC decodes the VIN. A second NHTSA service returns campaigns for the decoded model year.
What to do next
Use the official NHTSA or manufacturer checker to confirm exact applicability before booking a dealer.
What to do when a campaign applies
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Record the campaign
Keep the NHTSA campaign number and read any Park It or Park Outside instruction.
- 2
Contact the manufacturer
Call an authorized dealer to confirm parts, remedy availability, and scheduling.
- 3
Complete the remedy
The manufacturer remedy is generally provided at no charge when the campaign applies to the VIN.