Democratizing Vehicle Safety Data
Too many unsafe cars are sold every day because buyers don't have the right information. ZipVIN changes that by making federal safety data instant, accessible, and free.
Powered by NHTSA & EPA Data
The Used Car "Black Box"
Buying a used car or motorcycle is often a gamble. Sellers hide mechanical issues, and official safety recalls often go unnoticed. While paid history reports are valuable, we realized that basic safety data should be free.
You shouldn't have to pay $40 just to find out if a car has a dangerous airbag recall or if the "V8" listing is actually a V6.
How is ZipVIN Free?
We believe in radical transparency.
1. The Data
We connect directly to federal government APIs (NHTSA, EPA, DOT) to pull the raw data for your vehicle. No middlemen, no guessing.
2. The Cost
It costs us money to host servers, run these queries, and keep the site fast and ad-free.
3. The Revenue
We keep the core "Health Check" free. If you decide you need a full title history report (for accidents, theft, or liens), we refer you to our premium partners. If you buy a report, we earn a small commission.
This supports our servers and keeps the tool free for everyone.
Verified Government Data
We don't guess. We query the official sources.
NHTSA vPIC
Decodes the VIN into factory specifications: Year, Make, Model, Engine, Manufacturing Plant.
NHTSA ODI
Safety recalls, active investigations, and real owner complaints filed with the government.
EPA Database
Official fuel economy (MPG) ratings and emissions data for cars and trucks.
Built for Speed
ZipVIN is built on a modern technology stack (Next.js & Redis) designed to query federal databases and return results in under 2 seconds. We strip away the ads and the bloat to give you the raw numbers instantly.
Our Values
Privacy First
We do not sell your personal data. We don't ask for your name or phone number to run a simple VIN check.
Accuracy
We show you exactly what is in the federal record—good or bad. No spin, no fluff.
Simplicity
No accounts. No subscriptions. No annoying popups. Just enter the VIN and get results.
Frequently Asked Questions
Ready to check a vehicle?
Enter any 17-digit VIN and get your free safety report in seconds.
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