Toyota VIN Decoder

A Toyota VIN decoder is a tool that reads and breaks down your Toyota's 17-character VIN (Vehicle Identification Number). Each VIN is unique and holds essential information about the vehicle, like its specs, year, engine size, and more.

Decoding your Toyota's VIN helps confirm that the car has the right parts, trims, and history. With 1 in 4 used imports to Canada having a branded title, checking the VIN also helps buyers avoid vehicles with serious hidden issues.

A Toyota VIN decoder helps you get the facts about any car’s original identity and its hidden records. Here are the things it helps with:

We offer two options: a free VIN decoder for basic information and a paid VIN decoder to get the detailed vehicle history report. The choice is all yours to make. 

Our free Toyota VIN decoder gives quick access to basic car information such as:

You can upgrade to get the Toyota vehicle history report to discover the truth about the car’s past. This is key when buying a used Toyota. Here is the  information and records to expect:

Mary was almost ready to buy a used vehicle she found online. The car looked great in the photos, had a clean interior, and the seller claimed it was in “excellent condition.” But just before making the payment, Mary decided to run a quick VIN check. What she found changed everything.

What’s in the report?

• 3 recorded accidents
• Salvage title
• 1 damage record (front and rear ends)
• 1 insurance loss record
• Vehicle used as a lease

Outcome

Thanks to the VIN check, Mary avoided buying a damaged car with a hidden past. Always run a VIN check before buying a used vehicle. A full report can reveal accident history, title issues, ownership records, mileage data, and more.

Want more than just the basic specifications? Get the Toyota Window Sticker to see all factory-installed features, original MSRP, safety ratings, packages, fuel economy, and more. It helps buyers know what the car came with and lets sellers show added value to potential buyers.

• 1st Character: The first digit of the VIN indicates where the specific Toyota was manufactured. For instance, 1, 4, and 5 represent the United States while 2 represents Canada.
• 2nd Character: Many manufacturers use one specific code, but in Toyota vehicles, you would find either “T” for Toyota or “N” for NUMMI, a California-based manufacturing company jointly owned by General Motors and Toyota.
• 3rd Character: The third character indicates the vehicle type, whether it is a car, truck, SUV, or others. E.g,. the letters D, G, K, X, 1, 2, 7, and N represent a car.
• 4th Character: This represents the car’s body type and drivetrain. E.g., A represents a two-door, two-wheel-drive sedan, while B represents a four-door, two-wheel-drive sedan.
• 5th Character: represents the engine. E.g. A represents the 3MZ-FE engine while B represents the 1NZ-FXE engine.
• 6th Character: This codes for the vehicle series, and the exact meaning can vary, so using a free VIN decoder can help to quickly determine whether it’s a Corolla, Camry, or Prius.
• 7th Character: The seventh character shows the different types of seat belts and airbags installed at the factory. E.g., 0 means manual belts with 2 airbags and curtain airbags.
• 8th Character: This character identifies the Toyota model. For instance, it could indicate whether the vehicle is a base model, a more luxurious trim, or a performance version.
• 9th Character: This digit verifies that the VIN is authentic and not a fake string of random characters. It is calculated using a specific algorithm that involves the other 16 characters of the VIN.
• 10th Character: The tenth character indicates the model year and alternates between numbers and letters. For instance, A represents 1980 and 2010, while B represents 1981 and 2011, and so on.
• 11th Character: This shows where the vehicle was assembled or the manufacturing plant. For instance, 0, 9, and K represent Toledo, Ohio, Z represents Fremont, CA, etc.
• 12th to 17th Characters: These characters represent the unique sequential number of the Toyota. It distinguishes it from other Toyotas manufactured in the same plant with similar models.

• Toyota started in 1937 and is now one of the world’s biggest car brands. As of 2023, Toyota sold over 10.5 million cars globally, showing its strong global trust.
• In Canada, Toyota is a favorite brand with strong yearly sales. They sold about 239,000 vehicles in 2023, with the RAV4 being the top-selling vehicle again.
• Toyota launched the Prius in 1997, the world’s first popular hybrid car. They’ve now sold over 15 million hybrid vehicles around the world.
• Toyota puts safety first and takes action when needed. In 2023, they issued over 20 recalls in Canada, fixing problems with airbags, brakes, and more.
• Toyota continues to build for the future with new technology and cleaner power. They aim to sell 3.5 million electric cars every year by 2030, including hydrogen models like the Mira