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Scion VIN Decoder
Enter any 17-character Scion VIN to identify the exact model, generation, engine, and assembly plant — then check it against known safety recalls.
Every Scion VIN follows Toyota's global VIN standard, so this works the same way a Toyota VIN decoder does.
What Each VIN Position Means
Scion used the same 17-character structure as every other Toyota-built vehicle.
| Position | Field | What It Tells You |
|---|---|---|
| 1–3 | WMI | World Manufacturer Identifier — Toyota Motor Corporation's assigned codes. |
| 4–8 | VDS | Vehicle Descriptor Section — model, body style, and engine. |
| 9 | Check Digit | Mathematically validates the VIN isn't fabricated or mistyped. |
| 10 | Model Year | A letter or number code for the model year. |
| 11 | Plant Code | Which assembly plant built the car. |
| 12–17 | Sequence | The vehicle's unique production sequence number. |
Scion Models & VIN Prefixes
Scion iA — Gen 1
2016 • 1.5L SkyActiv-G 4-cylinder (106 hp)
Starts with: 3MYDLBZV, 3MYDLBZH
Scion FR-S — Gen 1
2012–2016 • 2.0L FA20 Boxer 4-cylinder (200 hp)
Starts with: JF1ZNAA, JF1ZNA
Scion iM — Gen 1
2016 • 1.8L 2ZR-FAE 4-cylinder (137 hp)
Starts with: JTNKARJE, JTNKJRBE, JTNK4RBE
Scion iQ — Gen 1
2012–2015 • 1.3L 1NR-FE 4-cylinder (94 hp)
Starts with: JTNJJXB0, JTNJJXB
Scion tC — Gen 2
2011–2016 • 2.5L 2AR-FE 4-cylinder (179 hp)
Starts with: JTKJF5C7, JTKJF5C, JTKJF
Scion tC — Gen 1
2005–2010 • 2.4L 2AZ-FE 4-cylinder (161 hp)
Starts with: JTKDE177, JTKDE17, JTKDE
Scion xB — Gen 2
2008–2015 • 2.4L 2AZ-FE 4-cylinder (158 hp)
Starts with: JTKKD3B, JTKKD
Scion xB — Gen 1
2004–2006 • 1.5L 1NZ-FE 4-cylinder (103 hp)
Starts with: JTLKT334, JTLKT33, JTLKT
Scion xD — Gen 1
2008–2014 • 1.8L 2ZR-FE 4-cylinder (128 hp)
Starts with: JTKKU4B, JTKKU
Scion xA — Gen 1
2004–2006 • 1.5L 1NZ-FE 4-cylinder (103 hp)
Starts with: JTKKT624, JTKKT62, JTKKT
FAQ
How do I decode a Scion VIN?
Enter the 17-character VIN above. Position 10 decodes the model year, positions 1–8 identify the model and body/engine, position 11 identifies the assembly plant, and position 9 is a check digit used to validate the VIN is genuine.
Is a Scion VIN decoded the same way as a Toyota VIN?
Yes. Scion was a marque of Toyota Motor Corporation, and Scion VINs follow the same 17-character global VIN standard Toyota uses across its lineup — same position-by-position structure for year, plant, and check digit. A Toyota VIN decoder and a Scion VIN decoder are reading the identical format; only the manufacturer/model codes in the WMI and VDS sections differ.
Where do I find my Scion VIN?
Look at the dashboard on the driver's side, visible through the windshield, or check the driver-side door jamb sticker. It also appears on your title, registration, and insurance card.
Can I check for recalls using my VIN?
Yes — decoding your VIN here identifies your exact model and year, then cross-references it against known Scion safety recall campaigns. For the official open/closed status of a specific recall, verify with Toyota's recall lookup tool, since Scion recalls are serviced through Toyota dealerships. You can also browse every known campaign on our Scion recall checker.