Where is the VIN number in Skoda Kodiaq (Kodiaq I [2017-2020])?

This guide shows where to locate the VIN (chassis number) on the Skoda Kodiaq I, produced between 2017 and 2020, using the most consistent factory VIN points.

Chassis Number Locations

1) Engine Bay – Right Suspension Tower / Strut Turret (Stamped)

• Where to look: Open the hood and go to the right side of the engine bay (right side = vehicle’s right when seated/driving). Locate the suspension turret/strut tower—the VIN is stamped directly into the metal, typically next to the coolant expansion tank and near the engine mount area. The stamped code may be framed with start/end asterisks (*).
• Access: Usually easy to see because it’s top-facing, but shadows from the hood and nearby hoses can make it harder. If it’s dusty, scrub lightly with a microfiber cloth (avoid harsh abrasion on painted metal).
• Note: On LHD (EU) Kodiaq, the stamped VIN is still on the vehicle’s right side of the engine bay (this can be the driver side on LHD cars). On RHD cars it appears on the passenger side—use vehicle-left/vehicle-right, not “driver/passenger,” to avoid confusion.
• Tip: If the stamping is dirty or low-contrast, use ScanVin’s High Contrast AI Mode to scan it directly with your phone instead of guessing characters like 8/B or 5/S.

2) Lower Windshield – VIN Plate Behind Glass

• Where to look: From outside the vehicle, look through the lower corner of the windshield (commonly on the passenger-side corner on many markets). You’ll see a VIN plate visible behind the glass on top of the dashboard.
• Access: No tools—just a clear view through the glass. Biggest problem is glare/reflections from sunlight and the dash.
• Note: The exact corner can vary by market, but it’s always at the base of the windshield where it’s readable from outside.
• Tip: When reflections make it hard to read, capture the VIN instantly with your camera so you don’t mistype it.

3) B-Pillar / Door Jamb – Type Plate Sticker

• Where to look: Open a front door and check the B-pillar / door jamb area for the manufacturer type plate sticker. This label typically includes the VIN, weights, and other vehicle data.
• Access: Simple access with the door open. The main issue is sticker wear/peeling or dirt from shoes and weather.
• Note: The sticker side can vary (left or right door jamb depending on market/trim).
• Tip: If the label is intact, it’s one of the easiest to scan—use the free VIN reader to pull the full 17-digit VIN cleanly without transcription errors.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: Skoda Kodiaq Chassis Vin Number Location

▶ Watch Skoda Kodiaq VIN Location Guide

• A quick walkaround showing the hood opened and the stamped VIN on the engine-bay suspension tower.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Dusty/dirty stamped VIN in the engine bay: wipe and re-check from a different angle; stamped characters can “vanish” until the surface is clean.
• Windshield VIN glare: shade the plate with your hand or change your body angle to reduce reflections before reading/scanning.
• Sticker doesn’t match / looks tampered: door-jamb labels can be replaced—always cross-check the windshield VIN and the engine-bay stamped VIN for a consistent match.

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