Where is the VIN number in Audi Q7 (4M)?

This guide shows all verified VIN (chassis number) locations on the Audi Q7 (4M) produced between 2016–2017, including the quick-to-check windshield tag and the hidden chassis stamp in the engine bay.

Chassis Number Locations

Windshield (VIN Tag)

• Where to look: Lower corner of the windshield (typically left side on LHD), on the dashboard—readable from outside through the glass.
• Access: Low difficulty. No tools needed; glare/reflections are the main issue.
• Note: On RHD cars, this is typically on the opposite side of the windshield.
• Tip: If reflections wash out the characters, capture it instantly with your phone using the free VIN scanner at /en/scan-vin/ and let OCR read it before you mistype it.

B-Pillar (Certification Label)

• Where to look: Open a front door and check the B-pillar door jamb (the post between front and rear doors). Look for a black sticker with white text listing VIN, paint code, and weight ratings.
• Access: Low difficulty. Usually clean and high-contrast.
• Note: Sticker side can be market dependent (driver or passenger door jamb).
• Tip: This label is perfect for fast, accurate capture—scan it directly with /en/scan-vin/ instead of copying 17 characters by hand.

Engine Bay (Chassis Stamp)

• Where to look: VIN stamped into metal on the right-hand fender support / suspension turret reinforcement (vehicle “right” = passenger side on LHD, driver side on RHD). It sits on top of the reinforcement roughly between the strut tower and the firewall area.
• Access: Medium difficulty. It’s commonly hidden under a rubber weather strip and plastic trim.
  1. Open the hood.
  2. Find the right-side cowl/trim near the windshield washer filler neck.
  3. Locate the horizontal rubber weather strip.
  4. Lift/pull back the rubber seal and the plastic plenum cover above the shock tower area to expose the stamp.
• Note: On the Q7 4M, don’t waste time hunting the firewall—this generation’s main stamp is on the strut tower/fender reinforcement area.
• Tip: If the stamp is dusty or faint, use high-contrast scanning with /en/scan-vin/ so the app can help separate stamped characters from grime.

Boot / Trunk (Data Sticker)

• Where to look: Under the boot floor, in/near the spare wheel well—a paper Vehicle Data Sticker on the metal floor next to the spare/tool kit foam.
• Access: High difficulty. You’ll need to unload cargo and lift the floor panel; sticker may be scuffed or torn.
• Note: This is a printed build/data sticker, not the primary legal-style stamped chassis VIN.
• Tip: If you’re bent over the trunk trying to read a damaged label, scan it instead of squinting using /en/scan-vin/ to reduce transcription errors.

MMI System (Digital VIN)

• Where to look: On the infotainment display: Menu > Settings > (Service & Checks) > VIN/Chassis Number.
• Access: Low difficulty as long as the battery is powered.
• Note: Great for cross-checking, but it’s still smart to verify against a physical VIN location.
• Tip: Screens can flicker and reflect—capture the VIN cleanly with /en/scan-vin/ rather than retyping it from the display.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Engine bay stamp hard to see: Dirt/grime builds up under the rubber seal and plastic trim—lift the seal fully and wipe the metal before reading/scanning.
• Windshield VIN glare: Bright sun or streetlights can mirror the dash—change your viewing angle or shade the VIN area with your hand while scanning.
• Sticker vs. stamped VIN: Door/boot stickers can be damaged or replaced—use them for cross-checking, but verify the VIN against a physical stamped location when possible.

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