Tesla VIN Decoder — Free Check
Decode any Tesla VIN instantly. Free specifications, recall alerts and full history reports for Model 3, Model Y, Model S, Model X, Cybertruck and more. Fremont, USA, Austin, USA (Gigafactory Texas), Shanghai, China (Gigafactory 3).
Decode your Tesla VIN now
Enter any 17-character Tesla VIN. Works for every model including Model 3, Model Y, Model S and more.
The free decode won't catch odometer fraud / clocked mileage
Tesla: The free decode is step 1: it reads the VIN structure (make, model, engine, origin). That's it. It can't tell you whether the car in front of you has had its mileage wound back, been crashed, or is still on finance. The full history report is step 2 — and that's where the real risk shows up.
The free decode shows
VIN structure: specs, engine family, country and plant of origin, body type.
It does NOT show
- Real mileage history (rollback)
- Accident & damage records
- Theft & finance status
- Open safety recalls
- True number of owners
- Market value
What you get with a Tesla VIN check
Our Tesla VIN decoder pulls comprehensive vehicle information from multiple official databases.
About Tesla identification numbers
Tesla revolutionized the automotive industry by making electric vehicles desirable and mainstream. From the groundbreaking Model S to the mass-market Model 3 and Model Y, Tesla combines cutting-edge battery technology, over-the-air updates, and autonomous driving capabilities. Founded in 2003, headquartered in Austin, Texas, USA, Tesla has built a global reputation for quality and innovation.
How Tesla encodes its VINs
Every Tesla vehicle carries a unique 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) that acts as the vehicle's fingerprint.
Tesla uses 5YJ for Fremont-built vehicles, 7SA for Austin-built, 7G2 for newer US production, and LRW for Shanghai-built models. Position 4 indicates the model (S, 3, X, Y), position 5 the body type and seat configuration, and position 8 the motor/drive configuration (single, dual, performance). The VIN is split into three main sections: the World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI, positions 1–3), the Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS, positions 4–9) and the Vehicle Identifier Section (VIS, positions 10–17).
Understanding the Tesla VIN structure
Positions 1–3 (WMI): 5YJ, 7SA, 7G2, LRW
Positions 4–8 (VDS):
Position 9 (check digit):
Position 10 (model year):
Position 11 (plant code): Fremont, USA, Austin, USA (Gigafactory Texas), Shanghai, China (Gigafactory 3), Berlin-Brandenburg, Germany (Gigafactory Berlin).
Positions 12–17 (serial number):
Why check a Tesla VIN before buying?
Buying a used Tesla without checking the VIN is a risk.
Tesla WMI codes
World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) codes used by Tesla. These are the first three characters of every Tesla VIN.
| WMI code | Description |
|---|---|
| 5YJ | Tesla — United States |
| 7SA | Tesla — United States |
| 7G2 | Tesla — United States |
| LRW | Tesla — United States |
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Tesla VIN Decoder — FAQ
Frequently asked questions about decoding Tesla VINs.