Where is the VIN number in Hyundai Kona (Kona I [2019-2020])?

This guide shows where to find the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) on the Hyundai Kona I (2019–2020), including the easiest scan points and the hidden stamped chassis number used for identity checks.

Chassis Number Locations

Certification Label (B-Pillar / Door Jamb)

• Where to look: Open the driver’s door and look on the lower section of the driver-side B-pillar. You’ll find a black sticker with white text (certification label) that includes the VIN.
• Access: Very easy access—no tools. The only issue is wear/scuffs (seatbelt buckle hits, shoe scuffs) that can damage the sticker.
• Note: This location is consistent and is typically the best scanning target because of the strong contrast.
• Tip: If the sticker is slightly scratched, scan it directly with your phone using ScanVin.app to avoid misreading similar characters like B/8 or O/0.

Chassis Stamping (Floor Under Front Passenger Seat)

• Where to look: Inside the cabin on the floor under the front right seat (commonly the passenger side for LHD vehicles). The VIN is stamped into the cross-member and is hidden under a pre-cut rectangular carpet flap held down by Velcro. The stamping is often painted in body color, so it can look “flat.”
• Access: Slide the front seat fully back (or forward depending on your reach), then lift the carpet flap. It’s usually dark/shadowed under the seat, so bring a light.
• Note: For RHD markets, Hyundai often keeps this stamping on the right-side cross-member as well—if you don’t find it on the right, check the opposite footwell area before assuming it’s missing.
• Tip: Because it’s shadowed and low-contrast (painted metal), use the Flashlight + OCR scan on ScanVin.app so you don’t have to kneel and manually copy the characters.

Dashboard Tag (Visible Through Windshield)

• Where to look: From outside the vehicle, look through the windshield at the lower corner on the driver’s side where the VIN plate sits on top of the dashboard.
• Access: Easy to reach, but hard to read in bright conditions due to glare/reflections on the glass; wiper position can partially block the view.
• Note: This is a quick “spot-check” VIN, but always verify against the door sticker and/or floor stamping when buying or inspecting.
• Tip: If reflections wash out the characters, shade the glass with your hand and capture it instantly with ScanVin.app to prevent transcription errors.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: Where is the VIN number of my Hyundai Kona ( 2017 - YouTube

▶ Watch Hyundai Kona VIN Location Guide

• A concise walkthrough showing the floor stamping under the seat, the windshield VIN plate, and the B-pillar certification label.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Floor VIN is hard to see: The stamping sits under the seat and is shadowed; slide the seat fully and use a flashlight to avoid missing digits on the painted metal.
• Windshield VIN glare: Sun/sky reflections and curved glass can hide characters; shade the plate and change viewing angle until the full VIN is sharp.
• Sticker vs. stamped VIN mismatch: A damaged/replaced B-pillar label can be misleading—always cross-check the floor stamping when verifying vehicle identity.

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