Where is the VIN number in Honda Accord VII (2003-2006)?

This guide shows where to find and verify the VIN (chassis number) on the Honda Accord VII (2003–2006), including the quickest scan points and the “harder-to-reach” stamped location used for verification.

Chassis Number Locations

Identification Plate (Riveted Tag)

• Where to look: Open the hood and check the top of the suspension strut tower for a metal manufacturer plate riveted in place. It lists the VIN/Chassis Number, and often the Engine No and Color Code.
• Access: Very easy—flat surface, high contrast text, no trim removal needed.
• Note: The video vehicle is RHD and shows this plate on the left strut tower. On LHD (EU/US) cars, it’s commonly found on the right strut tower or nearby in the engine bay—use the same “strut tower top” search pattern on both sides.
• Tip: Because the plate print is clean and high-contrast, you can scan it directly with your phone instead of manually typing characters (and mixing up 0/O or 1/I).

Windshield (Dashboard Tag)

• Where to look: Stand outside the car and look through the lower corner of the windshield at the dashboard VIN tag.
• Access: Easy—no tools, no hood open, but you may need to reposition yourself to see it clearly.
• Note: VIN tag position is consistent, but glare/reflections can hide characters depending on sun angle or overhead lighting.
• Tip: If reflections wash out the numbers, capture it instantly with the VIN scanner while you tilt the phone slightly to kill glare—faster than squinting and re-typing.

Engine Bay Bulkhead / Firewall (Stamped)

• Where to look: In the engine bay, locate the firewall/bulkhead at the back of the engine. The VIN/chassis number is stamped directly into the metal, roughly centered, slightly below the cowl trim, deep behind the engine.
• Access: Moderate difficulty—deep in the bay with dim lighting, and it may be partly blocked by hoses/wiring (AC lines and clips). You’ll be working at an awkward angle.
• Note: This is one of the key “hard evidence” VIN stamps (useful for verifying the car matches paperwork and plates).
• Tip: Because it’s dark and cramped, use your phone light and scan it in-place instead of writing it down—you’ll get fewer mistakes while your camera is threaded between hoses.

Engine Block (Engine Number – Not the VIN)

• Where to look: On the front of the engine block near the transmission bell housing, there’s a machined flat area with the engine number stamped in.
• Access: Harder—often dirty/greasy and you’ll be peering down past components.
• Note: This is the engine number, not the VIN. It’s useful for engine verification, but don’t confuse it with the chassis/VIN.
• Tip: If grime makes the stamping hard to read, wipe/scrub first, then use a phone scan to pick out faint characters instead of guessing.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: HONDA ACCORD CHASSIS NUMBER LOCATION - YouTube

▶ Watch Honda Accord VIN Location Guide

• Quick walkaround showing the firewall VIN stamp and the windshield VIN tag.

Video Tutorial: Honda Accord engine number, chassis number and ... - YouTube

▶ Watch Honda Accord VIN Location Guide

• Under-hood close-ups of the ID plate on the strut tower and the separate engine number location.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Firewall stamp is in shadow / partly blocked: Use a flashlight, move hoses gently aside (don’t disconnect), and shoot from multiple angles until the characters aren’t cut off.
• Windshield VIN has glare: Change your viewing angle (step left/right, tilt phone) and avoid direct overhead lights reflecting on the glass.
• Don’t rely on a sticker alone: Plates/tags can be replaced—always cross-check the windshield tag + engine bay plate + stamped firewall VIN against the registration/title.

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