Where is the VIN number in Nissan Qashqai I (J10/NJ10)?

This guide shows the VIN number locations on the Nissan Qashqai I (J10/NJ10) produced between 2007–2012, including the easiest spots to check and the “hidden” stamped location in the engine bay.

Chassis Number Locations

Engine Bay – Stamped on Bulkhead/Firewall (under cowl panel)

• Where to look: Open the hood and go to the center of the firewall/bulkhead at the base of the windshield. There’s a rectangular plastic access panel in the cowl/scuttle area (part of the vent/intake trim). Unclip the panel (two clips at the top) and you’ll see the VIN stamped into the metal underneath.
• Access: You must unclip/remove a plastic cover; on older cars the clips can be brittle. The stamping sits in a recessed area, so you may need to wipe/scrub dirt off to read it.
• Note: This stamped location appears central and is typically the same for LHD and RHD vehicles.
• Tip: Because it’s recessed and often grimy, use the app’s camera with flash and scan it directly with ScanVin.app so you don’t misread shadowed stamped characters.

B-Pillar Label (door jamb sticker)

• Where to look: Open the front passenger door (LHD) and inspect the B-pillar (the vertical post between the front and rear doors). You’ll find a printed VIN/weights/paint code sticker.
• Access: Very easy access—just open the door. Main issues are fading, peeling, or damage to the label over time, plus occasional shadows from the door.
• Note: On RHD cars, this label is commonly found on the opposite side (driver-side B-pillar).
• Tip: This is usually high-contrast text, so use the free VIN reader to scan the label instead of typing a long 17-character VIN by hand.

Windshield VIN Plate (dash visible through glass)

• Where to look: Look through the windshield at the bottom corner of the dashboard—typically passenger-side on LHD (and commonly the opposite side on RHD). You’ll see the VIN on a small plate visible through the glass.
• Access: No tools needed, but glare/reflections from sky/trees are common. Wiper position can also partially block your view.
• Note: Side may swap depending on LHD vs RHD—use the corner nearest the A-pillar and check both lower corners if needed.
• Tip: If reflections make it hard to read, capture it instantly with your phone using ScanVin.app to avoid transcription errors from glare.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: Nissan Qashqai Vin Number Location - YouTube

▶ Watch Nissan Qashqai VIN Location Guide

• Clear walkthrough showing the cowl panel removal for the firewall VIN, plus the windshield VIN and the B-pillar label.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Can’t see the stamped VIN in the engine bay: Dirt builds up in the cowl recess and shadows hide the stamping—wipe it clean and use a strong light/flash.
• Windshield VIN unreadable in photos: Glare is the #1 issue—change your angle, shade the plate with your hand, or shoot when the sun isn’t hitting the glass.
• Door sticker looks “wrong” or is missing: Labels can fade/peel or be replaced; always cross-check the sticker VIN against the stamped chassis VIN before buying.

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