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Since 1981, every vehicle manufactured has followed ISO Institute standards with a unique 17-character vehicle identification number. Our VIN decoder helps identify specifications, recall status, and history instantly with detailed information.
Decoding your International's vehicle identification number takes just four simple steps:
Your International truck or vehicle displays the VIN number in several standard locations:
| Key Risk | Impact on Buyers | Mitigation Steps |
|---|---|---|
| Theft Risk | ~42,000 International thefts in 2024 U.S. | Run a VIN theft check before purchase |
| Unrepaired Safety Recalls | ~18% of recalled Internationals remain unrepaired | Verify recall status via VIN |
| Depreciation Over Time | Average 5-year loss ~47% resale value for premium International | Compare historical resale data |
| Odometer Rollback Fraud | 1.9% of International used sales show tampering | Cross-check the odometer with the DMV mileage |
| Hidden Flood or Salvage History | Over 12,000 Internationals flagged with flood/salvage in 2023 auctions | Use EpicVIN's NMVTIS & auction photo archive |
Risk Reduction: Reduce risks: Check VIN numbers in official databases. Compare mileage records. Obtain complete vehicle history reports before purchase.
| Issue | Affected Models, Symptoms, Average Repair Cost |
|---|---|
| Transmission failure | 2012–2016 sedans & SUVs; hard shifting around 90k mi. $4,200–$6,000 |
| Timing chain stretch | 2008–2014 turbo engines; rattling cold starts at 70k–100k mi. $2,500–$3,500 |
| Electrical/iDrive issues | 2015–2019 infotainment units; screen freeze or no audio. $1,200–$1,800 |
Each character in your vehicle's unique sequence tells a specific story with important information.
There are some other details that International owners and buyers should know:
VIN letters "X" or "Y" occasionally denote test or prototype vehicles.
Here's an example of how our International VIN decoder interprets a sample sequence (3HSCUAPR0AN272771):
| Symbols | Sample | What It Reveals |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 3 | The United States as the country of origin |
| 2 | H | International Harvester Company as a car manufacturer |
| 3 | S | Commercial truck vehicle type |
| 4-8 | CUAPR | Engine type, chassis configuration, and model specifications |
| 9 | 0 | Check digit for validation |
| 10 | A | 2010 model year |
| 11 | N | Assembly plant location code |
| 12-17 | 272771 | Individual vehicle serial number |
Year 2007
Make International
Model L9427
Fuel Type Diesel
Engine 15L Cummins Signature 600, ISX, AHD
Made in CANADA
Our International VIN decoder reveals comprehensive specifications and important details about any International truck or vehicle's VIN, with specific information:
EpicVIN archives auction photos by VIN, creating a permanent visual history of each International.— Alex Black, CMO, EpicVIN
Check the dashboard, driver door jamb, engine bay, or title documents for the chassis number.
Positions 4-8 contain engine specifications that our decoder system translates automatically.
The vehicle descriptor section includes transmission codes that our database cross-references with manufacturer specifications.
Yes, the first three digits and body codes identify specific applications and configurations.
VIN positions contain drivetrain information, including axle ratios for most truck models.
Enter your VIN number into our search system to discover any open recalls instantly.
Our VIN check compares your input against DMV data for proper identification.
Data entry errors or chassis swaps can cause discrepancies requiring verification through our website and contacting interested parties for clarification.
Yes, the first three characters within positions 4-8 specify wheelbase dimensions for commercial vehicles.
Our decoder identifies EPA certification levels and emissions equipment from manufacturer code sequences.
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