Free Nissan Kicks VIN Decoder
Nissan Kicks VIN Decoder & Lookup
A Nissan Kicks VIN decoder translates the 17-character VIN into that exact Kicks's factory identity — year, trim, engine, transmission, drivetrain, and assembly plant — using the official NHTSA database. CarWhere's decoder is free with no account, and pairs the decode with open recalls, federal owner complaints, and verified buyer prices for the same Kicks.
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How a Nissan Kicks VIN is structured
Every Nissan carries a standardized 17-character VIN. Using the sample format 1N4AL3AP0JC123456 (Sample 2018 Nissan Altima 2.5 SV built at Smyrna Assembly.), here is what each position means:
| Position | Section | In sample | What it encodes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–3 | World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) | 1N4 | Identifies Nissan and the country/region of build (JN1, JN6, JN8, 1N4, 1N6, 3N1, 5N1). |
| 4–8 | Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS) | AL3AP | Manufacturer-defined: model family, engine, and body/series. The exact meaning varies by make and model year. |
| 9 | Check digit | 0 | A calculated value that validates the other 16 characters. |
| 10 | Model year | J | Encodes the model year on a standardized 30-year cycle. |
| 11 | Assembly plant | C | Identifies the factory that built the vehicle. |
| 12–17 | Sequential number | 123456 | The unique production serial for this specific unit. |
JN-prefixed VINs identify Nissan vehicles built in Japan. 1N4 and 1N6 identify Nissan vehicles built at Smyrna or Canton, Tennessee/Mississippi. 3N1 identifies Mexico-built Nissan Sentra and Versa. Decode your own VIN above for the exact values — the sample is illustrative of the format only.
Where Nissan builds it
- Smyrna, Tennessee
- Canton, Mississippi
- Aguascalientes, Mexico
- Cuernavaca, Mexico
- Tochigi, Japan
- Oppama, Japan
The 11th VIN character identifies which plant built a specific Kicks; the assembly plant is one of the facts the decode confirms.
Sources, data & limitations
Data source: VIN decoding returns manufacturer-reported attributes from NHTSA's vPIC database; recall campaigns and owner complaints come from NHTSA. Manufacturer-submitted fields vary by model year and market. Coverage: recalls and complaints are matched to the decoded year and model and do not confirm that this individual VIN has an unrepaired recall — verify exact-VIN status with Nissan or NHTSA. This free decoder does not include accident, title, odometer, or ownership history. Cite this page: CarWhere, “Nissan Kicks VIN Decoder,” carwhere.com/tools/vin-decoder/nissan/kicks, updated June 18, 2026. Reviewed by Sam Reynolds, Lead Researcher, CarWhere.
FAQ
What does a Nissan Kicks VIN decoder show?
Model year, trim level, engine and displacement, transmission, drive type, body style, and assembly plant for that exact Kicks — from manufacturer-submitted NHTSA vPIC data. CarWhere also cross-references open recalls, federal owner complaints, and verified buyer transaction prices for the same year and model.
Where is the VIN on a Nissan Kicks?
Lower driver's-side corner of the windshield (visible from outside), the driver's door jamb sticker, the title, or the insurance card. JN-prefixed VINs identify Nissan vehicles built in Japan. 1N4 and 1N6 identify Nissan vehicles built at Smyrna or Canton, Tennessee/Mississippi. 3N1 identifies Mexico-built Nissan Sentra and Versa.
Is the Nissan Kicks VIN decoder free?
Yes — free, no account, no lookup limit. The optional $9.99 Full VIN Report adds the original window sticker (where Nissan publishes one), itemized factory options, a recall and complaint scan, and a market price check with a negotiation target.
Can I check Kicks recalls and problems by VIN?
Yes — at the model level. Decoding the VIN pins the exact year and model, and CarWhere surfaces the open NHTSA recall campaigns and federal owner complaints filed for that year/model — useful for spotting known trouble areas before buying a used Kicks. A campaign match does not by itself confirm this individual VIN has an unrepaired recall; verify exact-VIN status through NHTSA or a Nissan dealer (recall repairs are free for eligible vehicles).