Where is the VIN number in Citroen C4 II [2011-2017] (Citroen C4 II [2011-2017])?

This guide covers practical VIN-check points you can physically inspect on the vehicle.
Important mismatch note: The source inspection footage used to detect these locations appears to show a Citroen C4 Coupe (Gen I, 2004–2010), not the requested C4 II (2011–2017). PSA often changes VIN placements between generations—so treat this as a physical-check checklist, and if a location isn’t present on your car, move to the next one.

Chassis Number Locations

Chassis Stamp (Structural VIN)

• Where to look: In the engine bay cowl/scuttle panel area on the right side, close to the fender. The VIN is stamped directly into the body metal and is partially hidden by black plastic trim at the base of the windshield. Look for a rectangular cutout (“window”) in that trim where the characters are visible.
• Access: Expect leaves/debris buildup and heavy shadows from the trim. You may need to brush debris out and adjust your viewing angle to read the stamp clearly.
• Note: The inspection vehicle context is LHD. “Right side” means the passenger side on most LHD cars (do not assume “driver side”).
• Tip: Use ScanVin.app Flashlight + OCR so the camera can pull characters out of the dark cutout without you guessing letters/numbers.

Manufacturer Data Plate (VIN Plate)

• Where to look: In the engine bay on the right strut tower, a rectangular metal plate riveted to the top of the suspension turret, directly behind the coolant reservoir.
• Access: Usually easy to reach, but it sits flat/horizontal, so it often gets dusty/greasy. Wipe it before you try to read it.
• Note: This plate is great for confirming the VIN format, but for legal identity checks, the stamped chassis VIN is the one that matters most.
• Tip: If the stamping/print is dirty or faded, use ScanVin.app High Contrast AI Mode to recover faint characters after a quick scrub.

Video Guide

No video is published for this page. The provided video source was rejected because it shows the wrong C4 generation, and it also focuses on an engine code that is not the VIN.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• It’s too dark to read the stamped VIN: The scuttle/cowl “window” is shadowed and often full of debris. Clean it out and use a flashlight (or ScanVin.app’s flashlight + OCR).
• Plate is unreadable due to grime: The engine-bay VIN plate sits horizontal and collects dirt/grease. Wipe with a rag + light cleaner, then rescan using high-contrast mode.
• Sticker vs. stamped VIN confusion: Stickers/labels can be missing or replaced. For inspections/registration disputes, the stamped chassis VIN is the legally binding identifier in most jurisdictions.

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