Free Plymouth Neon VIN Decoder
Plymouth Neon VIN Decoder & Lookup
A Plymouth Neon VIN decoder translates the 17-character VIN into that exact Neon'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 Neon.
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How a Plymouth Neon VIN is structured
Every Plymouth carries a standardized 17-character VIN. The breakdown below uses a representative Plymouth VIN 1P3ES47C2YD801234 to illustrate the structure: positions 1–3 and 9–17 follow the same federal standard for every Neon, while positions 4–8 (the descriptor section) are Plymouth-defined and vary by model and year — read them as an example of the format, not a Neon-specific decode.
| Position | Section | In sample | What it encodes |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1–3 | World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) | 1P3 | Identifies Plymouth and the country/region of build (1P3, 1P4, 2P4). |
| 4–8 | Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS) | ES47C | Manufacturer-defined: model family, engine, and body/series. The exact meaning varies by make and model year. |
| 9 | Check digit | 2 | A calculated value that validates the other 16 characters. |
| 10 | Model year | Y | Encodes the model year on a standardized 30-year cycle. |
| 11 | Assembly plant | D | Identifies the factory that built the vehicle. |
| 12–17 | Sequential number | 801234 | The unique production serial for this specific unit. |
1P3 identifies US-built Plymouth cars, 2P4 Canada-built minivans, 1P4 SUVs/vans. Decode your own VIN above for the exact values — the sample is illustrative of the format only.
Where Plymouth builds it
- Belvidere, Illinois
- Windsor, Ontario
- Detroit, Michigan
The 11th VIN character identifies which plant built a specific Neon; 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 Plymouth or NHTSA. This free decoder does not include accident, title, odometer, or ownership history. Cite this page: CarWhere, “Plymouth Neon VIN Decoder,” carwhere.com/tools/vin-decoder/plymouth/neon, updated June 18, 2026. Reviewed by Sam Reynolds, Lead Researcher, CarWhere.
FAQ
What does a Plymouth Neon VIN decoder show?
Model year, trim level, engine and displacement, transmission, drive type, body style, and assembly plant for that exact Neon — 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 Plymouth Neon?
Lower driver's-side corner of the windshield (visible from outside), the driver's door jamb sticker, the title, or the insurance card. 1P3 identifies US-built Plymouth cars, 2P4 Canada-built minivans, 1P4 SUVs/vans.
Is the Plymouth Neon VIN decoder free?
Yes — free, no account, no lookup limit. The optional $9.99 Full VIN Report adds the original window sticker (where Plymouth publishes one), itemized factory options, a recall and complaint scan, and a market price check with a negotiation target.
Can I check Neon 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 Neon. A campaign match does not by itself confirm this individual VIN has an unrepaired recall; verify exact-VIN status through NHTSA or a Plymouth dealer (recall repairs are free for eligible vehicles).