Where is the VIN number in KIA Rio IV (YB/FB/UC) [2014-2014]?

This guide covers the VIN (chassis number) locations for the KIA Rio IV (YB/FB/UC) [2014-2014], including the easiest label to check and the tamper-resistant stamped VIN hidden under the carpet.

Chassis Number Locations

Floor (Under Front Passenger Seat)

• Where to look: The VIN is stamped into the metal floor cross-member beneath the front passenger seat, hidden under a rectangular, pre-cut flap in the carpet. Slide the seat all the way back, then lift the carpet flap from the front/side to expose the stamping.
• Access: Typically dark and cramped. You’ll need to move the seat, lift a dusty flap, and keep it open while reading/scanning (the flap often drops back down).
• Note: Written for LHD: this is commonly on the passenger side (right/front seat in LHD). On RHD, it’s still under the front passenger seat (left/front seat in RHD).
• Tip: Because it’s shadowy and awkward to read one-handed, use the flashlight + OCR to scan the VIN directly with your phone instead of trying to transcribe it off the floor.

Door Pillar (B-Pillar) Sticker

• Where to look: Open the front door and check the lower B-pillar (center pillar) for a black VIN label that also lists paint/weight information.
• Access: Fastest check—good visibility with the door fully open—but labels can be faded, scratched, or peeling over time.
• Note: Often found on the passenger-side B-pillar in LHD markets, but if you don’t see it there, check the other side.
• Tip: If the label is intact, it’s the quickest win—use the free VIN reader to capture the VIN cleanly from the vertical sticker without typing errors.

Windshield (Dashboard)

• Where to look: Look through the bottom corner of the windshield on the driver’s side for the VIN plate visible from outside the car.
• Access: Easy to reach, but reflections/glare on the glass can make photos unreadable.
• Note: Best checked in shade or with the phone angled to reduce reflections.
• Tip: If glare is washing out characters, capture it instantly with your phone so the app can grab the VIN before reflections shift.

Engine Block (Engine Number Stamping)

• Where to look: A number is stamped on a flat machined surface of the engine block, typically near the transmission bell housing/junction area (often buried behind hoses/wiring).
• Access: Extreme difficulty for DIY checks—deep in the bay, commonly greasy, and hard for a phone camera to autofocus through obstructions. You may need a flashlight and cleaning to read it.
• Note: This is mainly useful for mechanical verification (e.g., engine identity/engine swap checks), not the quickest place to confirm the vehicle VIN.
• Tip: If the stamping is oily or faint, wipe it and then use ScanVin’s high-contrast scan to help decipher worn characters without guessing.

Video Guide

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• Steady walkthrough showing the under-seat floor VIN, the door sticker, and detailed engine bay stamping footage.

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• Quick POV demo of sliding the seat back and lifting the carpet flap to reveal the stamped floor VIN (LHD example).

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Carpet flap won’t stay open (floor VIN): Slide the seat fully back and use one hand to hold the flap while scanning; dirt buildup can make the flap stick—wipe around the edges first.
• Engine stamping is unreadable: Grease and hoses block the view—use a flashlight, clean the pad with a rag/brake cleaner, and try again (don’t scrape hard enough to remove characters).
• B-pillar sticker isn’t “proof” by itself: Labels can be replaced or damaged—always cross-check the sticker VIN against the stamped floor VIN and your registration/title.

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