Where is the VIN number in Volvo S60 (S60 II [2011-2011])?

This guide shows where to find the VIN (vehicle identification number) on the Volvo S60 II [2011-2011], including the quick-to-check label and the hidden stamped chassis location.

Chassis Number Locations

1) Passenger-side B-Pillar (Production Sticker)

• Where to look: Open the rear passenger door. On the B-pillar (the post between the front and rear doors), locate the black sticker fixed on the lower section of the pillar. The VIN may be printed vertically or horizontally (vertical in the video).
• Access: Easy access, but it can be worn or faded because it’s an exposed label. You’ll need the door fully open to get a straight shot at it.
• Note: On LHD cars, this is typically on the right side (passenger side).
• Tip: If the label text is faint or you’re fighting reflections, scan it directly with your phone so you don’t misread a character like “8/B” or “5/S”.

2) Floor / Under Front Passenger Seat (Stamped VIN in Chassis)

• Where to look: Slide the front passenger seat all the way back. Look at the carpet where the front of the seat normally sits and find a pre-cut carpet flap (often marked). Lift the flap to reveal the VIN stamped into the metal chassis cross-member.
• Access: Harder. This area is very dark with heavy shadows from the seat. You’ll likely find dirt/debris in and around the cut-out, and you must physically move the seat and lift the carpet flap.
• Note: Commonly on the right-side front footwell for LHD vehicles, but if you don’t find it there, check the driver-side footwell as well.
• Tip: Use a light and keep the camera steady—then use the in-app torch + OCR to read it cleanly by using the VIN scanner instead of trying to crouch and manually copy the stamp.

3) Dashboard / Through Windshield (VIN Plate)

• Where to look: Stand outside on the driver’s side and look through the lower corner of the windshield. The VIN plate is embedded in the dash facing upward.
• Access: Usually quick, but windshield glare/reflections can wash out the characters. Dirt, rain, or fog on the glass can also block visibility.
• Note: On LHD cars, this is on the left (driver’s side) corner of the windshield.
• Tip: Change your viewing angle to kill reflections, then capture it instantly with the VIN reader to avoid transcription errors when the glass is reflecting sunlight.

4) Engine Bay / Firewall (Reference Check)

• Where to look: Some references mention a VIN plate in the engine compartment on the firewall/plenum area, but it is not clearly shown in the provided footage.
• Access: Often obscured by plastic covers/seals and usually dirty in real-world conditions.
• Note: Treat this as a secondary/verification spot, not the first place to look.
• Tip: If you do locate a dirty or low-contrast plate, use the scanner in high-contrast conditions to reduce misreads from grime and shadowing.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: Where is the VIN number of my Volvo V60 I ( 2010 – 2018 )

▶ Watch Volvo S60 VIN Location Guide

• Clear walk-around showing three VIN positions (B-pillar sticker, hidden floor stamping under the seat flap, and the windshield VIN plate).

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Windshield VIN hard to read: If the dash plate looks “washed out,” it’s usually glass glare—move your body/phone angle and clean the outside of the windshield.
• Floor VIN under seat is unreadable: It’s commonly too dark and dusty under the seat—slide the seat back fully, lift the carpet flap, and use a flashlight before scanning.
• B-pillar sticker issues: If the production sticker is missing, damaged, or faded, verify the VIN using the windshield plate and the stamped chassis VIN (they must match).

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