Where is the VIN number in Hyundai Santa Fe II (CM)?

This guide shows you where to find the VIN (chassis number) on the Hyundai Santa Fe II (CM) produced between 2007–2007. Use these locations to verify the vehicle identity for registration, parts lookup, or a pre-purchase check.

Chassis Number Locations

Driver’s side B-pillar / door jamb sticker

• Where to look: Open the driver’s door and inspect the B-pillar (the vertical pillar between the front and rear doors). Look for a black label with white text in the door jamb/pillar area.
• Access: Easy access with the door open. Usually clean and readable—no tools required.
• Note: The reference vehicle is LHD (left-hand drive), so this label is on the left side of the car.
• Tip: Because it’s high-contrast, you can usually scan it directly with the free VIN reader in seconds without zooming or retyping characters.

Windshield VIN plate (dashboard)

• Where to look: Stand outside the car and look through the lower driver’s-side corner of the windshield (bottom-left corner of the glass for LHD). The VIN is on a white/silver plate with black text on top of the dashboard.
• Access: Easy to reach, but reflections/glare are common—especially in bright sunlight or with dusty glass.
• Note: On LHD cars, this is typically on the left side of the dash near the A-pillar.
• Tip: If the windshield is reflecting the sky, change your angle and capture the VIN instantly with your phone to avoid transcription mistakes caused by glare.

Firewall / cowl stamped VIN (engine bay)

• Where to look: Open the hood and check the upper firewall/cowl area (the metal panel at the back of the engine bay, below the windshield). The VIN is stamped directly into the metal, slightly toward the right side of the car (center-right when you’re facing the engine).
• Access: Moderate difficulty. The stamp can be dusty, slightly recessed under the cowl overhang, and lighting can be dim. Wipe the area before reading.
• Note: On the LHD reference vehicle, it’s still on the upper firewall/cowl area, just offset from center.
• Tip: If the characters look faint or the area is dirty, wipe it and use High Contrast AI Mode to scan the stamp so you don’t misread worn digits.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: Hyundai Santa Fe 2007 – OBD Port & VIN Number Location | Quick DIY Guide

▶ Watch Hyundai Santa Fe VIN Location Guide

• A clear walkthrough showing the OBD port plus the main VIN locations (door jamb sticker, windshield plate, and firewall stamp) on a 2007 Santa Fe.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Windshield glare/reflections: Clean the glass and change viewing angle (crouch lower or move sideways) to reduce reflections that hide digits.
• Firewall stamp hard to read: Dust and the recessed position under the cowl can shadow the stamping—scrub lightly and use a flashlight for better contrast.
• Sticker mismatch warning: Door jamb stickers can be replaced after repairs; always cross-check the sticker VIN against the windshield VIN and the stamped firewall VIN for consistency.

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