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Where can you usually see the 17-character VIN without opening anything?

Lower left of the windshield.

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  1. Lower left of the windshield ✔
  2. Inside the glove box lid
  3. On the rear bumper

Why: NHTSA says to look on the lower left of your car's windshield for the 17-character VIN. You need it to check for recalls.

Huh, didn't know that: NHTSA says it monitors recalls so owners get safe, free and effective remedies from manufacturers.

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Answer: Lower left of the windshield. NHTSA says to look on the lower left of your car's windshield for the 17-character VIN. You need it to check for recalls.

  1. NHTSA: Recalls www.nhtsa.gov/recalls
    Look on the lower left of your car's windshield for your 17-character VIN.
    Checked 2026-10-10.

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