How to decode a Honda Fit VIN

Characters 1-3 of a Honda Fit VIN

A World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) is a unique code assigned to every vehicle manufacturer by the Society of Automotive Engineers (SAE). It forms the first three characters of the Vehicle Identification Number (VIN), providing critical information about the vehicle’s manufacturer, country of origin, and type. For instance, Honda Fit models manufactured in Japan between 2007-2013 and 2016-2017 carry the WMI JHM, indicating Honda Motor Co., Ltd. in Tokyo, Japan. Conversely, models produced in Mexico from 2015-2020 are marked with 3HG, signifying Honda de Mexico in El Salto, Jalisco. This system allows for precise tracking and identification of vehicles worldwide.

List of WMI Codes for a Honda Fit

WMI: JHM

Model Years Covered: 2007-2013, 2016-2017
Example VIN: JHMGD37407S004110
Manufacturer Name: Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
Vehicle Type: Passenger Car
City: Tokyo
State or Province: Musashi
Country: Japan

WMI: 3HG

Model Years Covered: 2015-2020
Example VIN: 3HGGK5H82FB729622
Manufacturer Name: Honda de Mexico
Vehicle Type: Passenger Car
City: El Salto
State or Province: Jalisco
Country: Mexico

Characters 4-8 are the Vehicle Descriptor Section (VDS) of a Honda Fit VIN

These characters correspond to components like:

Engine type
Transmission
Model or trim
Body style
Gross vehicle weight range

Below find the known vehicle descriptor codes for a Honda Fit:

Known VDS for a Honda Fit
GD374	GD386	GD376	GD384	GE886	GE872	GE876	GE882	GE874	GE884
GE8G2	GE8G4	GE8H4	GE8H6	GE8H2	GE8H5	GE8G5	GE8G3	GE8H3	GK5H8
GK5H5	GK5G5	GK5G8	GK5H7	GK5G7	GK5H9	GK5H6	GK5G6	GK5H0	GK5H4
GK5G4	ZA2H4

Auto manufacturers have some discretion to decide how they want to code this section, but its contents and decoded results are generally consistent.

Character 9 is the “check digit” in a Honda Fit VIN.

Based on a formula developed by the US Department of Transportation, it helps reduce fraud by ensuring the validity of the VIN.

10th Character in the Honda Fit VIN — Year Code

Year Code	Year
L	2020 Honda Fit
K	2019 Honda Fit
J	2018 Honda Fit
H	2017 Honda Fit
G	2016 Honda Fit
F	2015 Honda Fit
D	2013 Honda Fit
C	2012 Honda Fit
B	2011 Honda Fit
A	2010 Honda Fit
9	2009 Honda Fit
8	2008 Honda Fit
7	2007 Honda Fit

11th Character in the Honda Fit VIN — Plant Code(s)

Known Honda Fit Assembly Factory VIN Code(s)

Plant Code	Plant City	Plant State	Plant Country	Example VIN
B	Lincoln	Alabama	United States	3HGGK5H82FB729622
C	Sayama	Saitama	Japan	JHMGE88609C000114
M	Celaya	Guanajuato	Mexico	3HGGK5H50FM107627
S	Suzuka	Mie	Japan	JHMGD37407S004110
T	Takanezawa	Tochigi	Japan	JHMZA2H4XDT000372
X	Yorii	Saitama	Japan	JHMGK5H50GX000151

VIN Characters 12 - 17 of a Honda Fit

The final 6 characters in a Honda Fit’s 17-digit VIN are its serial number, which will be unique to every vehicle.

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How to find a Honda Fit’s VIN?

Locating the VIN number on your Honda Fit is key for identification. Here’s how to find it:

Look at the dashboard on the driver’s side of your Honda Fit, where it meets the windshield. You’ll find the VIN displayed on a metal plate, easily visible from outside the car.
Open the driver’s side door and inspect the door jamb. The VIN is usually located on a sticker or a plate where the door latches when it is closed.
Check your Honda Fit’s vehicle registration documents, as the VIN is typically listed there alongside other essential details about your vehicle.
Review the insurance card or insurance policy documents for your Honda Fit. Insurance companies require the VIN for policy creation, making it another reliable place to find it.
Consult the vehicle’s service records if you have them. The VIN is often recorded in service and maintenance paperwork.

What info can a Honda Fit VIN reveal?

Model Year: The VIN can reveal the vehicles model year being the year 2019, providing insights into the age and potential historical value of the vehicle.
Body Class and Doors: A VIN can specify the body class. For the 2019 Honda Fit, this may indicate a Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback with a specific number of doors, offering detailed insights into the vehicle’s design and structure.
Engine Type and Fuel Efficiency: The VIN can provide detailed engine information, including the type, displacement, horsepower, and fuel type, which are essential for understanding a vehicle’s performance and fuel efficiency.
Safety Features: Safety features such as Adaptive Cruise Control, Anti-lock Braking System, and Forward Collision Warning are often standard, with the VIN report indicating their availability in the vehicle, contributing to the overall safety profile of the vehicle.
Transmission Style and Drive Type: Information on the transmission style and drive type is encoded within the VIN, offering insights into the vehicle’s handling and drivability.
Manufacturing Location: The VIN can pinpoint the manufacturing location, including the city and country, highlighting the vehicle’s production background which could be crucial for certain vehicle specifications.
Advanced Driving Assistance Systems (ADAS): The presence of advanced systems like Lane Keeping Assistance and Dynamic Brake Support is typically indicated, reflecting on the vehicle’s modern safety capabilities, potentially enhancing the overall safety and driving experience.

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Sample VIN Decode Report for a Honda Fit

Vehicle Spec	Value
Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC)	Standard
Adaptive Driving Beam (ADB)	Standard
Anti-lock Braking System (ABS)	Standard
Auto-Reverse System for Windows and Sunroofs	Standard
Automatic Pedestrian Alerting Sound (for Hybrid and EV only)	Standard
Axles	2
Backup Camera	Standard
Base Price ($)	18160
Body Class	Hatchback/Liftback/Notchback
Cooling Type	Water
Crash Imminent Braking (CIB)	Standard
Curtain Air Bag Locations	1st and 2nd Rows
Daytime Running Light (DRL)	Standard
Displacement (CC)	1500.0
Displacement (CI)	91.53561614209
Displacement (L)	1.5
Doors	5
Drive Type	4x2
Dynamic Brake Support (DBS)	Standard
Electronic Stability Control (ESC)	Standard
Engine Brake (hp) From	130
Engine Configuration	In-Line
Engine Manufacturer	HONDA
Engine Model	L15B1
Engine Number of Cylinders	4
Engine Stroke Cycles	4
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)	Standard
Front Air Bag Locations	1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Fuel Delivery / Fuel Injection Type	Stoichiometric Gasoline Direct Injection (SGDI)
Fuel Type - Primary	Gasoline
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating From	Class 1B: 3,001 - 4,000 lb (1,360 - 1,814 kg)
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating To	Class 1: 6,000 lb or less (2,722 kg or less)
Keyless Ignition	Standard
Lane Departure Warning (LDW)	Standard
Lane Keeping Assistance (LKA)	Standard
Model	Fit
Model Year	2019
Number of Seat Rows	2
Number of Seats	5
Number of Wheels	4
Plant City	Celaya
Plant Company Name
Plant Country	Mexico
Plant State	Guanajuato
Seat Belt Type	Manual
Semiautomatic Headlamp Beam Switching	Standard
Side Air Bag Locations	1st Row (Driver and Passenger)
Steering Location	Left-Hand Drive (LHD)
Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) Type	Indirect
Top Speed (MPH)	115
Traction Control	Standard
Transmission Speeds	6
Transmission Style	Manual/Standard
Trim	EX
Valve Train Design	Dual Overhead Cam (DOHC)
Vehicle Descriptor	3HGGK5G8*KM
Vehicle Type	Passenger Car
Wheel Base (inches) From	99.60
Wheel Size Front (inches)	16
Wheel Size Rear (inches)	16
Sample_VIN	3HGGK5G80KM702578