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Why Choose EpicVIN's FIAT VIN Decoder?

  • ≈420,000 FIAT vehicles registered in the U.S. - DMV counts refreshed daily by EpicVIN.
  • 1,528 FIAT vehicles sold in 2024 - every new VIN indexed the same day.
  • ~850 FIAT cars listed on major salvage auctions right now - photos & specs archived for timeline view.
  • Official NMVTIS feeds - titles, liens, mileage straight from government records.
  • Free VIN decoding - pay only for the full history report.

What is a FIAT VIN and Why Decode It?

Depuis 1981, chaque numéro d'identification de véhicule suit les normes de l'Institut ISO comme séquence unique de 17 caractères. Notre vin decoder Fiat gratuit transforme ces codes de numéro VIN en détails lisibles du véhicule, vous aidant à rassembler des informations sur les spécifications de toute Fiat, date de fabrication et caractéristiques de sécurité essentielles avant l'achat.

How to Decode a FIAT VIN Number?

Decoding your FIAT VIN number reveals crucial vehicle features instantly.

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Find the VIN

Locate the VIN number sequence in the corresponding location.

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Input the VIN number sequence into our FIAT VIN decoder tool.

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Press decode to access basic specifications, recalls, and vehicle manufacturer details instantly.

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How to Find a FIAT VIN?

How to Find a VIN?

Your FIAT's vehicle identification number appears in several standard locations for easy access.

  • Dashboard area: Visible through the windshield (the driver's side).
  • Driver's door jamb: Check the door frame's sticker.
  • Engine bay: Located on various engine components or the firewall.
  • Vehicle registration: Listed on official documentation.
  • Insurance papers: Included in policy details.

Used FIAT Key Risk Statistics in the USA (2024–2025)

Key RiskImpact on BuyersMitigation Steps
Theft RiskOnly 0.9 thefts per 1,000 FIATs, 64% below passenger-car average (NICB 2024)Add VIN-etched glass; keep remote battery charged
Unrepaired Safety Recalls18% of FIATs have at least one open NHTSA recallCheck VIN against NHTSA & EpicVIN recall feeds
Depreciation Over TimeFIATs lose 48% of value in 36 mo—7 pts faster than segment (iSeeCars 2025)Negotiate a lower price; purchase GAP coverage
Odometer Rollback Fraud2.7% of FIAT auction cars show mileage anomalies (ADESA 2024 audit)Demand electronic service records; trust Carfax/EpicVIN
Hidden Flood or Salvage HistoryEpicVIN flags hidden damage on 5.4% of queried FIAT VINs (11k-car sample)Cross-check NMVTIS + auction photos before purchase

Risk Reduction: How to reduce risks: Verify VIN details through EpicVIN. Also, examine NMVTIS reports with auction photos, schedule test drives, and complete independent diagnostics. Always make these steps before any used car purchase.

Top-3 Common Failures in Used FIAT Vehicles

IssueAffected Models, Symptoms, Average Repair Cost
Manual-transmission clutch failure2011–2015 FIAT 500 & 500 Abarth, 40k–80k mi; hard shift, slipping. $1,600 parts & labor
Oil cooler housing leaks2014–2019 500L & 500X 1.4L Multi-Air, 50k–90k mi; burning-oil smell, low oil level. $950 average
HV-battery module fault2013–2017 500e, 60k–100k mi; turtle-mode, no-start. $5,000 (dealer reman pack)

How to Read a FIAT VIN Number

VIN Description

Each vehicle's VIN character tells a specific story about the vehicle's features.

  • WMI (World Manufacturer Identifier - Positions 1-3): Vehicle manufacturer and country of origin.
  • VDS (Vehicle Descriptor Section - Positions 4-9): Body style, engine size, specific details, and check digit based on a mathematical formula for VIN validation.
  • VIS (Vehicle Identifier Section - Positions 10-17): Model year designation, assembly plant code showing production location, and serial number unique to each FIAT vehicle.

There are some other details that our VIN decoder can uncover:

  • A ZFF prefix is Ferrari, but ZFA is FIAT - one letter makes a big price difference.
  • The 9th position check-digit on North American FIATs follows the ISO 3779 math, not FIAT's older EU checksum.
  • Letter "H" in position 10 = 2017, useful because FIAT reissued some "Classic" 500 models that year.
  • A FIAT VIN number never uses the letters I, O, or Q - they clash with the Italian chassis tags used at port.
  • FIAT VINs ending 000001–000040 are press prototypes; insurance pays only 60% of book value.
  • FIAT VIN barcodes on windshield labels switch from Code 128 to QR-ECC200 on 2025 models.

Here's how our FIAT VIN decoder interprets a sample sequence (3C3CFFAR0DT539033):

SymbolsSampleWhat It Reveals
13North America as the country of origin
2CChrysler as a car manufacturer
33Passenger car vehicle type
4-8CFFARBody style, engine type, restraint system, FIAT model line, and trim level
90Check digit for validation
10D2013 model year
11TToluca, Mexico assembly plant
12-17539033Individual vehicle serial number

What Information Can You Get from a FIAT VIN Number?

Results for VIN Decoding for
VIN# ZFBCFYBT3GP381669

2016 FIAT 500X

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2016 FIAT 500X
  • Odometer

    No problems

  • Safety Recalls

    1 records

  • Accidents

    1 problem

  • Last mileage

    192,257 km

  • Auction Sales

    1 sale found

  • Owners

    2+ owners found

  • Year

    Year 2016

  • Make

    Make FIAT

  • Model

    Model 500X

  • Fuel Type

    Fuel Type Gasoline

  • Engine

    Engine 2.4L

  • Made in

    Made in ITALY

Decoding your FIAT vehicle identification number unlocks comprehensive data about your car's specifications and history, revealing the vehicle's features.

  • Model year & exact trim - Identifies Pop, Lounge, Abarth, and special edition variants.
  • Engine and drivetrain codes - Shows 1.4L MultiAir, manual/automatic transmission, FWD setup details.
  • Body style & platform - Specifies hatchback, convertible, crossover, or platform architecture data.
  • Assembly plant & country - Lists Toluca, Mexico, Kragujevac, Serbia, and Italian locations.
  • Original market destination - Indicates U.S., Canada, European, or global regions for specific information.
  • Paint & interior trim codes - Shows factory colors and upholstery materials from the manufacturer.
  • Protection equipment profile - Details airbag setup, security systems, and GVWR specifications.
  • Sequential production identification number - Verifies build slot and prevents cloning attempts.
EpicVIN matches every FIAT plant-code to the factory's recall bulletins - over 7 million links indexed. — Alex Black, CMO, EpicVIN

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Frequently Asked Questions

Check your vehicle identification number in specific locations. These are the dashboard near the windshield, the driver's door jamb sticker, or vehicle registration documents.

Yes, NMVTIS tracks cross-border title brands and flood damage for imported vehicles.

Quality varies by model year, but the Kragujevac plant follows the same manufacturing standards.

Some parts differ between plants, but dealers stock components for all markets.

NICB data confirms Fiat models rank among the lowest theft targets nationwide.

Dealers access manufacturer specs; EpicVIN adds auction, title, and accident details.

A Fiat VIN decoder shows battery specs, but the individual battery serial requires a separate lookup.

Privacy protection prevents VIN cloning while allowing legitimate decode verification.

Oil cooler housing typically leaks between 50,000 to 90,000 miles on affected models.

European Fiat VINs follow different standards; use specialized decoders for accurate results.

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