Free Lincoln VIN Decoder & Lookup

Decode your Vehicle Identification Number for free

Try a sample VIN
  • Official data from NHTSA
  • Most recent recalls
  • Most recent complaints
Successfully Decoded
- - -
© Evox Images
VIN
Make
Model
Year
Drive Type
Style/Body
Engine
Manufactured in
Age
Manufactured By -
Plant Company Name -
Vehicle Type -
Series -
Body Class -
Doors -
Front Airbag Location -
Seat Belts Type -
Engine Displacement (CI) -
Engine Displacement (CC) -
Fuel Type -
Engine Number of Cylinders -
Additional Vehicle Info
Most Recent Recalls
Source: official gov. vehicle safety recall database
Most Recent Complaints
*NOT specific to this particular vehicle. Submitted by other owners of this model.
Source: official gov. database of complaints

What is a VIN Number?

A Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) is a unique 17-character code assigned to every motor vehicle at the time of manufacture. This sequence, which excludes the letters Q, I, and O to avoid confusion with the numbers 0 and 1, details the vehicle's manufacturer, model, year, and place of production, all in one continuous string without spaces. Driving-tests.org pulls straight from government data.

How many characters:
17 (digits and capital letters)
Where to find:
Dashboard on the driver's side
First digit stands for:
Country of manufacturer

How to Find It

Finding your Lincoln's VIN is straightforward. Here’s where to look:

  • Passenger Cars: Check the front of the dashboard on the driver's side. View it from outside the vehicle through the windshield. Also, inspect the driver's side door pillar—open the door to find the VIN where the door latches.
  • SUVs: Look in similar locations as passenger cars, focusing on the driver's side door pillar and the front of the dashboard.

If you're unable to locate the VIN on your Lincoln, it can also be found on:

  • Your vehicle's title documents.
  • Liability insurance documents.

How to Check a Specific Number

Enter your Lincoln's 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) in the field above to access comprehensive details about your luxury vehicle. This includes information on the manufacturer, make and model, body style, engine specifications, assembly plant, and model year. The data is provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) using information from Lincoln. Whether you drive a Lincoln Navigator, MKZ, or any other Lincoln model, this VIN Decoder tool will help you obtain a detailed build sheet or specific chart for your vehicle. For Lincoln vehicles made before 1981, the VIN may have fewer than 17 characters.

How to Read the Different Components

Curious about what each character in your Lincoln's VIN stands for? Here's a breakdown:

How to decode a Vehicle Identification (VIN) number

Model Year Character Codes

The table below shows the model year character codes used in Lincoln VINs. These codes help you determine the exact year of manufacture for your vehicle.

  • Example: A Lincoln Navigator with a VIN of 5LMJJ2LT4GEL123456 has a model year character of 'G,' indicating it was manufactured in 2016.
  • Example: A Lincoln MKZ with a VIN of 3LN6L2GK8FR123456 has a model year character of 'F,' indicating it was manufactured in 2015.
Brand Code Year Code Year Code Year
Lincoln A 1980 L 1990 Y 2000
Lincoln B 1981 M 1991 1 2001
Lincoln C 1982 N 1992 2 2002
Lincoln D 1983 P 1993 3 2003
Lincoln E 1984 R 1994 4 2004
Lincoln F 1985 S 1995 5 2005
Lincoln G 1986 T 1996 6 2006
Lincoln H 1987 V 1997 7 2007
Lincoln J 1988 W 1998 8 2008
Lincoln K 1989 X 1999 9 2009
Lincoln L 1990 A 2010
Lincoln M 1991 B 2011
Lincoln N 1992 C 2012
Lincoln P 1993 D 2013
Lincoln R 1994 E 2014
Lincoln S 1995 F 2015
Lincoln T 1996 G 2016
Lincoln V 1997 H 2017
Lincoln W 1998 J 2018
Lincoln X 1999 K 2019

World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI)

The table below shows the World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) codes used in Lincoln VINs. These codes help you determine the country of origin for your vehicle. Understanding these codes can provide insights into the manufacturing and origin of your Lincoln vehicle.

Brand-Specific WMIs:

  • 1LN = United States
  • 5LM = United States
  • 2LM = Canada

Historical Context:

Lincoln, the luxury vehicle division of Ford, has a legacy of producing premium cars and SUVs with a focus on comfort and innovation. Lincoln's manufacturing has been predominantly centered in North America.

Production Volume:

Lincoln's primary production facilities are located in the United States, with additional manufacturing in Canada. This regional production helps Lincoln meet the high standards expected of luxury vehicles while efficiently managing its supply chain.

Trivia:

  • The Lincoln Continental is one of the brand's most iconic models, known for its luxury and historical significance in the automotive world.
  • Lincoln's Navigator is a leading luxury SUV, praised for its spaciousness, advanced technology, and powerful performance.
Region WMI Notes
North America 1LN United States
North America 5LM United States
North America 2LM Canada

Click icon to share