Where is the VIN number in Toyota Yaris Sedan (USA) ([2019-2019])?

This guide covers the common VIN (vehicle identification number) locations for the Toyota Yaris Sedan (USA) produced between 2019 and 2019, including the easiest “federal label” spots and the harder stamped chassis locations.

Chassis Number Locations

Driver’s Side Dashboard (through the Windshield)

• Where to look: Visible through the windshield glass at the lower driver’s side corner, on the dash surface near the A‑pillar.
• Access: Easy access from outside the car, but sun glare and a dirty windshield can wash out characters.
• Note: This is the fastest check on most US-market cars.
• Tip: If reflections make the digits hard to transcribe, scan it directly with your phone so you don’t mistype characters like 8/B or 5/S.

Certification Label / VIN Sticker (Driver’s Door Jamb / B‑Pillar)

• Where to look: Open the driver’s door and inspect the driver’s side B‑pillar (center pillar) or the door edge for a black/silver certification label listing the VIN plus build and tire info.
• Access: Simple, but the sticker can be faded, scuffed, or poorly lit in the jamb.
• Note: For LHD vehicles, this is normally on the driver’s side.
• Tip: If the jamb is dark or the label is worn, use the free VIN reader with your phone’s light to capture it cleanly without squinting.

Stamped VIN on the Floor (under/near the Front Passenger Seat area)

• Where to look: A VIN stamped into the metal floor/cross-member, usually hidden under a plastic flap or carpet cut-out. It may be under/near the front seat area.
• Access: Hard to access—you may need to slide the seat, crouch low, and lift a cover. It’s often dark, dirty, and blocked by floor mats.
• Note: Check the front footwell floor (commonly on the passenger side for LHD vehicles, but check the driver side footwell if not found).
• Tip: Since you’ll be in an awkward position and it’s usually shadowy, capture it with your phone using flashlight + OCR instead of trying to write it down.

Engine Bay (Firewall / Cowl Area)

• Where to look: Under the hood, inspect the firewall/cowl panel near the wipers (or sometimes a nearby metal panel like a strut tower area) for a stamped identifier.
• Access: Moderate difficulty—stamps can be obscured by dirt/grease and lighting is often poor under the hood.
• Note: If you can’t find it quickly, prioritize the windshield and door-jamb label first.
• Tip: If the stamp is grimy or low-contrast, scan the characters with high-contrast help so faint digits are easier to confirm.

Engine Number (Not the VIN)

• Where to look: Stamped on a flat machined pad on the engine block (often near the transmission bell housing/exhaust side depending on engine layout).
• Access: Usually deep in the engine bay; may require cleaning for visibility.
• Note: This is the engine number, not the 17‑digit VIN. It’s useful for engine identification, but it won’t replace the VIN for registration/title checks.
• Tip: If the pad is dirty or the stamp is faint, use a phone scan to reduce read errors instead of guessing at worn characters.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: Toyota Yaris 2019/2020 engine and chassis number

▶ Watch Toyota Yaris Sedan (USA) VIN Location Guide

• Shows the process of finding a chassis/VIN stamping under the seat/floor area and also demonstrates an engine-number stamp.

Video Tutorial: Toyota Yaris 2020 Chassis Engine Number Location

▶ Watch Toyota Yaris Sedan (USA) VIN Location Guide

• Clear footage of the floor VIN access under a carpet/flap plus the engine number location; note the example vehicle is RHD, so “passenger side” orientation differs.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Windshield VIN unreadable: Sun glare and reflections can hide characters—shade the plate with your hand or change your viewing angle.
• Floor VIN hard to access: Floor mats, a tight seat position, and a covered flap/cut-out can block it—slide the seat back, lift the cover, and clean the stamp lightly.
• Sticker doesn’t look valid: A missing, bubbling, or re-applied door-jamb label is a red flag—cross-check the windshield VIN and the stamped VIN before purchase.

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