Vehicle Identification Number VIN checking can be done online (as part of e-services), using government administration or commercial reports.
Checking the VIN with autoDNA gives you access to information gathered from reliable sources.
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autoDNA sources data from over 50,000 different institutions in the automotive sector. Among the data providers are state entities, vehicle registries, insurance companies, car workshops, and technical inspection institutions. Thanks to such a wide range of sources, autoDNA offers comprehensive and reliable information about the recorded history of vehicles.
Motor vehicle manufacturer information plays a key role in ensuring the accuracy and reliability of VIN search reports, as it includes data on the vehicle's plant, place and year of production, model, equipment, and other technical data.
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NHTSA's VIN decoder
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) offers a VIN lookup service that provides detailed information about a vehicle's safety recalls. Below you can find essentials among the information NHTSA's VIN decoder provides:
- Manufacturer Recall Number: Each recall has a unique campaign number. This number can help you find detailed information about the specific recall, including the nature of the defect and the remedies offered for the motor vehicle.
- NHTSA Recall Number: Each recall is assigned a distinct NHTSA Recall Number to differentiate it from other recalls.
- Recall Status:The tool indicates whether the recall has been completed or is still open (Incomplete).
- Recall Safety Risk: Although not directly available through the VIN lookup tool, the NHTSA website also provides safety ratings for various vehicle models. These ratings can be used to assess the overall safety of a vehicle based on crash tests and other safety evaluations.
- Manufacturer's Notes:The tool can sometimes provide access to communications from the manufacturer related to the recall. This might include letters sent to vehicle owners, service bulletins issued to dealers, and other pertinent information.
- Remedy: The solution provided by the world manufacturer identifier to correct a safety-related defect in a vehicle or vehicle equipment. This can include repairs, replacements, or refunds.
To get information about recorded damages, previous owners and uses, mileage, and further questions, you should use autoDNA's Vehicle Identification Number lookup.