What WMI codes does Chevrolet use?

Chevrolet uses several World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) codes depending on vehicle type and manufacturing country, including: 1G1, 1GC, 2G1, 3G1, 3GN.

How can I tell what factory built my Chevrolet?

The 11th character of your Chevrolet 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 Chevrolet?

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

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Chevrolet VIN Decoder & Vehicle Specifications

General Motors Chevrolet VIN numbers denote light trucks with 1GC and passenger cars with 1G1. Canadian-assembled GM vehicles start with 2G1, while Mexican-built SUVs like the Suburban/Tahoe often use 3GN.

Character count: 17/17

Chevrolet WMI Codes

First 3 characters identifying country & division:

1G1 1GC 2G1 3G1 3GN

Assembly Plant Codes (Digit 11)

Code '1':Wentzville Assembly, Missouri, USA

Code '5':Bowling Green, Kentucky, USA (Corvette)

Code 'F':Flint Assembly, Michigan, USA

Code 'R':Arlington Assembly, Texas, USA (Tahoe / Suburban)

VIN Locations on Chevrolet

Dashboard viewable through the windshield glass on driver side
Federal safety sticker on the driver side door latch pillar
Service Parts Identification (SPID) sticker in the glovebox or trunk
Original vehicle title and registration

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Complete Guide to Chevrolet Vehicle Identification Numbers

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

Where to Inspect the Chevrolet 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 Chevrolet vehicles, matching underhood stampings confirms authentic unibody and chassis integrity.

Frequently Asked Questions

On most Chevrolet 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.