Where is the VIN number in Toyota Corolla XI (E170) [2013-2018]?

This guide covers the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) locations on the Toyota Corolla XI (E170) produced between 2013–2018. If you’re matching paperwork, buying used, or decoding build specs, always start with the easiest public VINs, then verify against the stamped chassis number.

Chassis Number Locations

1) Dashboard / Windshield (Driver’s Side)

• Where to look: At the very base of the windshield on the left side (driver’s side for LHD). You’re looking for a 17-character VIN plate sitting in the dash corner, readable through the glass from outside.
• Access: Easy—stand outside the car and look down through the windshield. Glare and snow/ice on the glass can hide the characters.
• Note: The vehicle shown in the reference video is LHD (Canadian-spec), and this placement is the standard consumer-facing VIN location.
• Tip: If reflections wash out the numbers, change the angle and let your phone capture it cleanly—use the camera to scan the windshield VIN instantly so you don’t misread characters like 8/B or 5/S.

2) Driver’s Side B-Pillar / Door Jamb Label

• Where to look: Open the driver’s door fully and locate the manufacturer compliance label (black sticker) on the lower section of the B-pillar/door jamb.
• Access: Low difficulty. The label is vertical and normally high-contrast, but on high-mileage cars it can be faded or scuffed.
• Note: This is one of the best places to confirm VIN + build info because it’s close-up and well-lit compared to the windshield plate.
• Tip: If the sticker print is worn, move closer and keep the camera steady—use the free VIN reader to grab the characters without manually copying a half-faded label.

3) Chassis / Floor Crossmember (Under Front Seat)

• Where to look: A VIN/chassis number is commonly stamped into the metal floor crossmember under a front seat, typically under a pre-cut carpet/plastic flap labeled “FRAME NO.” Check the front footwell/floor area (commonly on the passenger side for LHD vehicles, but check the driver side footwell if not found).
• Access: Medium difficulty. Slide the seat back, lift the carpet flap, and you may need to wipe dirt off the stamped metal. The area is usually dark.
• Note: This stamped location is a critical cross-check when you’re verifying identity (it’s harder to fake than a sticker).
• Tip: Because it’s shadowy under the seat, turn on lighting and avoid blur—scan it with your phone using flash + OCR so the stamped characters don’t get misread.

4) Firewall / Engine Bay (Cowling Area)

• Where to look: In the engine bay, check the firewall/cowling area (near the wiper motor region) for a VIN stamp or a metal tag riveted to the upper firewall/cowl.
• Access: High difficulty. It can be obscured by hoses/wiring, and often dusty/grimy, which makes reading tough.
• Note: Treat this as a secondary/verification spot—your windshield plate and B-pillar label are usually faster.
• Tip: If grime or low contrast hides the characters, clean the area and use your camera close-up—capture it with the high-contrast VIN scanner instead of trying to decipher dirty stamped metal by eye.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: VIN Locations - Toyota Corolla (2014-2018) - YouTube

▶ Watch Toyota Corolla VIN Location Guide

• Quick handheld walkthrough of a Canadian 2016 Corolla showing the windshield VIN and the driver door jamb label.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Windshield glare / snow / ice: Wipe the outside glass, then view from a slight angle (don’t stare straight down through glare).
• Under-seat stamped VIN is hard to read: Slide the seat fully back, lift the “FRAME NO.” flap, and scrub/wipe the stamping before attempting to scan.
• Door jamb label caution: A compliance sticker can be faded or replaced—always cross-check the VIN against at least one other location (preferably the stamped floor VIN) and the vehicle paperwork.

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