What WMI codes does Audi use?

Audi uses several World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) codes depending on vehicle type and manufacturing country, including: WA1, WAU, TRU.

How can I tell what factory built my Audi?

The 11th character of your Audi VIN indicates the assembly plant factory code. Refer to our factory code directory below to identify your vehicle's exact assembly plant.

Are safety recall checks free for Audi?

Yes! Under federal law, all safety defect repairs issued by Audi or the NHTSA are performed free of charge at any authorized franchised Audi dealership.

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Audi VIN Decoder & Vehicle Specifications

Audi SUVs produced in Germany and North America carry WA1, while passenger sedans and coupés carry WAU. Hungarian Audi TT and engine facilities use TRU.

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Audi WMI Codes

First 3 characters identifying country & division:

WA1 WAU TRU

Assembly Plant Codes (Digit 11)

Code '1':Győr, Hungary

Code '2':San José Chiapa, Mexico (Q5)

Code 'A':Ingolstadt, Germany

Code 'N':Neckarsulm, Germany

VIN Locations on Audi

Driver side windshield lower corner
Driver side B-pillar label
Stamped on right suspension turret in engine bay
MMI display screen: Car > Settings

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Complete Guide to Audi Vehicle Identification Numbers

Every Audi vehicle produced for the global marketplace conforms to federal 49 CFR Part 565 and ISO 3779 standards. Decoding your Audi VIN allows you to verify original equipment specifications, factory trim packages, engine tuning, and active safety recall eligibility.

Where to Inspect the Audi VIN

Always cross-reference the public VIN plate located on the lower driver-side dashboard through the windshield with the safety certification sticker located on the driver-side B-pillar door shut face. On Audi vehicles, matching underhood stampings confirms authentic unibody and chassis integrity.

Frequently Asked Questions

On most Audi vehicles, the VIN is located at the lower driver-side corner of the windshield, on the federal certification label on the driver's door jamb/B-pillar, and stamped on the engine firewall or passenger shock tower.