What WMI codes does Kia use?

Kia uses several World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) codes depending on vehicle type and manufacturing country, including: 5XX, KNA, KND, 3KP.

How can I tell what factory built my Kia?

The 11th character of your Kia 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 Kia?

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

South Korea / USA • Founded 1944

Kia VIN Decoder & Vehicle Specifications

Kia vehicles built at Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia (KMMG) in West Point, GA feature 5XX. South Korean builds use KNA and KND, while Mexican builds carry 3KP.

Character count: 17/17

Kia WMI Codes

First 3 characters identifying country & division:

5XX KNA KND 3KP

Assembly Plant Codes (Digit 11)

Code '5':Hwaseong Plant, South Korea

Code '6':Sohari Plant, South Korea

Code 'G':West Point Plant, Georgia, USA (KMMG)

Code 'M':Pesquería, Nuevo León, Mexico

VIN Locations on Kia

Driver corner of dash behind windshield
Driver side door frame label
Under bonnet on the firewall
Kia Access app or registration docs

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Complete Guide to Kia Vehicle Identification Numbers

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

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

Frequently Asked Questions

On most Kia 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.