Where is the VIN number in Mazda CX-5 (Mazda CX-5 I [2013-2016])?

This guide shows where to find the VIN (chassis number) on the Mazda CX-5 I, produced between 2013 and 2016, including the easy-to-check spots and the hidden stamped chassis location used for identity verification.

Chassis Number Locations

1) Passenger-side floor (chassis stamped VIN)

• Where to look: In the front footwell floor under the front seat area, beneath the carpet/mat. Slide the front seat all the way back, then lift the floor mat and open the small carpet cut-out covered by a plastic flap (often labeled “FRAME NUMBER”). Under the flap, the VIN is stamped into the metal chassis.
• Access: Moderate effort—move the seat, remove the mat, pry/lift the flap, and aim light into a dark recess. The stamp can be clean or corroded/rusty depending on condition.
• Note: On LHD CX-5s this is commonly on the front passenger-side floor (right side of the vehicle); on RHD models it may mirror to the opposite side. If you don’t find it on the passenger side, check the other front footwell.
• Tip: Because it’s dark under the seat and you’re working at an awkward angle, use the in-app flashlight and OCR to read it without guessing—scan the stamped VIN directly with your phone.

2) Driver-side B-pillar / door jamb sticker

• Where to look: Open the driver’s door and look on the driver-side B-pillar (center pillar) near the door latch/striker area, typically lower down. This is the manufacturer certification label that includes tire pressure info and the VIN.
• Access: Very easy—no tools needed, usually clean because it’s inside the door opening. Watch for fading, peeling, or damage on older vehicles.
• Note: This label is great for quick checks, but it’s still a sticker—always compare it to a stamped VIN when verifying a vehicle.
• Tip: If the sticker text is small or slightly faded, don’t type it by hand—use the camera to capture it cleanly with the free VIN reader.

3) Windshield VIN plate (dashboard)

• Where to look: From outside the vehicle, look through the lower driver-side corner of the windshield at the dashboard. You’ll see a metal VIN plate with the VIN characters.
• Access: Easy to reach, but reading can be difficult due to glare/reflections and dirty/dusty glass (which can block characters).
• Note: This is a common “walk-up” VIN check, but it’s also the most likely to be unreadable if the glass is dusty or the sun hits it.
• Tip: Wipe the glass first, then capture it instantly to avoid glare mistakes—scan the windshield VIN with your camera.

4) Engine bay (bulkhead/firewall stamp)

• Where to look: Open the hood and inspect the firewall/bulkhead near the cowl, roughly center area, slightly toward the passenger side, where the VIN is stamped into the metal.
• Access: Requires opening the hood; visibility can be reduced by dirt/grease, and hoses/wiring may partially obstruct the stamp.
• Note: Useful as a backup verification point if the floor stamp is corroded or hard to access.
• Tip: If the stamp is greasy or faint, clean the area lightly and use a high-contrast scan to pick out the characters—capture it using ScanVin’s AI mode.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: VIN Locations - Mazda CX-5 (2012-2016) - YouTube

▶ Watch Mazda CX-5 VIN Location Guide

• A clear walkthrough of the windshield VIN, driver B-pillar sticker, and the hidden floor “FRAME NUMBER” flap on an LHD Mazda CX-5.

Video Tutorial: MAZDA CX5 CHASSIS AND ENGINE NUMBER LOCATION#VIN ...

▶ Watch Mazda CX-5 VIN Location Guide

• Shows the engine-bay/firewall stamp and the floor VIN on an RHD vehicle, confirming the mirrored footwell position for different markets.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Floor VIN is hard to see: It sits under the seat in heavy shadow—slide the seat back fully, peel the mat away, open the flap, and use a flashlight; if the metal is rusty, lightly scrub and re-scan.
• Windshield VIN unreadable: Dirt on the outside glass plus sun glare can wipe out characters—clean the glass and change your viewing angle.
• Sticker VIN concerns: Door jamb labels can be replaced, damaged, or faded—for purchase verification, always match the sticker VIN against a stamped chassis VIN (floor and/or firewall).