nhtsa_decodeVin
Decode VIN numbers to retrieve comprehensive vehicle specifications including year, make, model, engine details, transmission type, and safety ratings for insurance classification and verification purposes.
Instructions
Decode VIN using the NHTSA Vehicle API to get comprehensive vehicle information.
This API returns detailed vehicle specifications including:
Year, Make, Model, Trim
Body Type (Sedan, SUV, Truck, etc.)
Engine specifications (type, displacement, cylinders)
Transmission type
Drive type (FWD, RWD, AWD, 4WD)
Manufacturer details
Plant information
Safety ratings
GVWR (Gross Vehicle Weight Rating)
Vehicle type classification
Use this to:
Auto-populate vehicle fields when customer provides VIN
Verify vehicle information for accuracy
Get standard vehicle specifications
Determine proper insurance classification
IMPORTANT: VIN must be exactly 17 characters.
Input Schema
| Name | Required | Description | Default |
|---|---|---|---|
| modelYear | No | Model year (optional, helps with accuracy) | |
| vin | Yes | 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (required) |