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Ford VIN Lookup & Decoder

Lookup and decode your Ford VIN to retrieve information about Ford vehicles, whether acquired for business fleets or personal use. Our VIN Lookup tool allows access to details on your vehicle original build specifications, vehicle history, recall information, and more. VinCheck.info vehicle history report is a free Carfax report alternative and contains crucial information about your vehicle. Simply enter a you Ford VIN number to initiate your vehicle research.

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What is a Ford VIN?

A Ford VIN is a Vehicle Identification Number specific to vehicles manufactured by the Ford Motor Company. Like all VINs, it is a unique code assigned to each Ford vehicle during production, providing detailed information about the car’s make, model, year, assembly plant, and other pertinent details. This alphanumeric code is composed of 17 characters and is utilized for various purposes, such as vehicle registration, warranty tracking, and accessing vehicle history reports.

How to Read a Ford VIN Number?

Explore this guide for decoding universal Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs), applicable to models from 1982 to the present. For VIN information on models from previous years, consult your dealership’s sources. Universal Vehicle Identification Numbers consist of 17 “positions,” each occupied by a number or letter (refer to the VIN Example below).

Ford VIN Decoder

Each character or set of characters within a Ford VIN indicates specific vehicle information including the vehicle’s model and model year, make, where it was manufactured, and more. The ISO standard VIN has been used starting with model year 1981. The VIN does not include the letters O (o), I (i), and Q (q) which look like numerals 0, 1, and 9. Below is a breakdown of the general structure, along with explanations for each part:

Position 1 – 3: World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI): The first three characters of a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), and it provides information about the country of origin and the manufacturer of the vehicle. In the case of Ford VINs, the WMI for Ford vehicles often begins with “1F,” where:

“1” typically represents the country of manufacture (United States).
“F” usually stands for Ford as the manufacturer.

Position 4- 8: Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS): The Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS) provides information about the vehicle’s model, body type, engine, and restraint system.

- Character 4: Vehicle type or series
- Character 5: Body type
- Character 6: Restraint system (e.g., airbags)
- Characters 7-8: Engine type and series

Position 9: Check Digit: This is a check digit used for error checking. Its value is calculated based on a specific algorithm using the other characters in the VIN.

Position 10- 17: Vehicle Identifier Section (VIS): The Vehicle Identifier Section (VIS) forms the unique serial number for the vehicle. These characters can include information about the model year, assembly plant, and production sequence.

- Position 10: Model Year
- Position 11: Assembly Plant
- Position 12-17: Production Sequence Number

Example VIN for Ford F-Series VIN: 1FDXF46S12EC58316

- 1 = Country of manufacture (United States)
- F = Manufacturer (Ford)
- D = Vehicle Type (Incomplete Vehicle)
- X = Restraint Type
- F46 = Model (Ford F-Series, F-450, Regular Cab, 2WD)
- S = Engine Type (6.8 SOHC SEFI V10; Gasoline 275HP)
- 1 = Security Code
- 2 = Model Year (2002)
- E = Plant (Kentucky, USA)
- C58316 = Production Sequence

VinCheck.info’s free Ford VIN decoder instantly provides more than the vehicle specifications mentioned above. Just enter VIN above, click “Check VIN” and obtain the following information:

Equipment Details: Make, model, year of manufacture, body type, engine specifications, vehicle features and technical specifications
Title Information: Information about the vehicle’s title, such as title issues, salvaged titles, or any reported title brands.
Odometer Readings: Reported mileage readings to help identify potential odometer tampering.
Accident History: Reported accidents and damage incidents, including the severity of the damage and the area affected.
Title and Vehicle Use: Details on whether the vehicle was used for personal, rental, fleet, or lease purposes.
Lemon Check: Information on whether the vehicle has a history of being identified as a lemon (a vehicle with recurring issues).
Recalls and Defects: Any open recalls or manufacturer defects associated with the vehicle.
Junk and Salvage Records: Information about whether the vehicle has been classified as junked, salvaged, or written off.
Market Value: calculates the retail worth of your car, truck, or motorcycle by considering the prices at which comparable vehicles have been listed across the United States in recent months.
Fuel Efficiency: The rating reflects the number of miles a vehicle can travel per gallon of fuel consumed.
Safety Rating: assesses a vehicle’s safety performance through standardized crash tests and evaluations by organizations like the NHTSA or IIHS.
Current Warranty: provides information about any existing warranty coverage that the vehicle may have from the manufacturer.

Where do I find the VIN?

If you are shopping for a new or used vehicle you will usually find the VIN with the published listing information

You can also find a car’s VIN in the following locations on the driver’s side:

At the base of the windshield
In the doorjamb

Ford Recall Check by VIN

To check if a Ford has an open recall in the past 15 calendar years, you can run VinCheck.info’s VIN Recall Tool for Ford or check from the official Ford website:

Approximately 36,000 Ford vehicles equipped with defective Takata air bags are under recall. The recall covers the 2006 model year Ford Ranger vehicles. According to the recall, the airbag inflators pose a higher risk of exploding in the event of a crash. The affected vehicles are being recalled to replace faulty Takata airbag inflators.

Visit the NHTSA website for additional information on Takata airbag inflator recall issue or contact Ford Customer Relationship Center in the United States at 866-436-7332.

Ford also notifies all vehicle owners about any recall. The local Authorized Dealer will repair recalled vehicles free of charge.

Check Ford Parts and Accessories via Ford VIN Lookup

Performing a Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) check or lookup allows you to effortlessly browse the online Ford store for the specific parts you need. Whether it’s for your Ford truck or sedan, you can easily locate tires or engine block components by simply entering the VIN code. Utilize the free VIN check services to ensure accuracy. Additionally, you can find the VIN on the Ford window sticker for quick reference.

Resources for Ford Vehicle Owners

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