Where is the VIN number in Mitsubishi Outlander (Outlander IV [2019-2019])?

This guide shows where to find the VIN (chassis number) on the Mitsubishi Outlander (Outlander IV [2019-2019]) produced between 2019–2019, including the easiest scan points and the “hard” stamped location you should always verify.

Chassis Number Locations

Engine Bay (Firewall / Cowl Panel Stamping)

• Where to look: Open the hood. Go to the center of the firewall/bulkhead just below the windshield wipers (top edge of the engine bay). The VIN is stamped into the metal cowl panel, facing upward/forward. You may need to lift/pull back the rubber weatherstrip or lift a small felt/sound-deadening cutout to fully reveal the characters.
• Access: Moderate. Shadows are common under the cowl, and grime builds up here—wipe/scrub the stamping before you try to read it.
• Note: This is the “hard VIN” (stamped into the body) and is the one I trust most for identity checks.
• Tip: If the stamping is dirty or half-hidden under the seal/felt, use the app’s contrast + camera scan to catch faint characters—you can scan the stamped VIN directly with your phone instead of guessing letters in the shadows.

B-Pillar VIN Sticker (Front Passenger Door Area, LHD)

• Where to look: Open the front passenger door (LHD markets). Look at the lower section of the B-pillar (the post between the front and rear doors). You’ll see a VIN label (often black with white text, sometimes silver).
• Access: Low difficulty. Usually clean, high-contrast, and easy to photograph, though it can be worn from foot/shoe contact over time.
• Note: On RHD cars, the “easy label” may be on the opposite side—if you don’t see it on the passenger side, check the other B-pillar.
• Tip: This is the fastest scan point—hold the phone steady and let OCR do the work by using the free VIN scanner to avoid mixing up 8/B, 1/I, or 0/O.

Dashboard VIN Plate (Visible Through Windshield)

• Where to look: Stand outside the vehicle and look through the windshield at the bottom corner on the driver’s side. The VIN is on a small plate at the base of the glass where the dashboard meets the windshield.
• Access: Medium. Reflections/glare on the glass and dirty windshield can block the camera.
• Note: Best checked in shade, or with your body blocking sunlight from the glass.
• Tip: If glare is washing the numbers out, change your angle and capture it instantly—use your phone to capture the VIN cleanly with ScanVin instead of manually transcribing through reflections.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: MITSUBISHI Outlander (2017-2022) – VIN Number Location and ...

▶ Watch Mitsubishi Outlander VIN Location Guide

• Clear walkthrough showing the B-pillar sticker, engine-bay firewall stamping (including lifting the rubber seal), and the windshield VIN plate.

Video Tutorial: Where is VIN Number in MITSUBISHI Outlander III ( 2012 - 2022 )

▶ Watch Mitsubishi Outlander VIN Location Guide

• Shows the same three VIN locations and demonstrates a felt/sound-deadening flap that can cover the firewall stamping (useful reference on PHEV-style trim).

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Firewall stamping hard to read: Dirt buildup + deep shadows under the cowl are normal—wipe it with a rag and use a flashlight before scanning/reading.
• Windshield VIN unreadable on camera: Glare/reflections or a dusty windshield will confuse OCR—move to shade, change angle, and clean the glass.
• Sticker vs. stamped VIN mismatch: The B-pillar label can be damaged or replaced—always confirm the stamped VIN in the engine bay if you’re verifying identity before purchase.

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