Where is the VIN number in Volvo V40 (2012) [2013-2018]?

This guide covers the VIN number locations for the Volvo V40 (2012) [2013–2018] so you can quickly find, verify, and scan the chassis number when buying parts, checking history, or confirming the car’s identity.

Chassis Number Locations

Front passenger footwell floor (VIN stamped in metal)

• Where to look: Lift the pre-cut flap in the carpet in the front passenger footwell (for LHD cars: typically front right). The VIN is stamped directly into the painted metal floor pan, forward of the seat rails near the door sill trim.
• Access: You’ll need to pull the carpet flap up by hand. Reading can be tricky if the stamping is faint, paint is thick, or the area is dim under the dash.
• Note: The video example is RHD, where this appears on the front left (passenger side for RHD). For LHD (EU/US) it’s commonly on the passenger side (front right)—but if you don’t find it there, check the other front footwell.
• Tip: Because it’s dark and you’re scanning at an awkward angle, use the flashlight + OCR to scan it directly with the free VIN reader at ScanVin.app.

Rear door B-pillar / door jamb VIN label

• Where to look: Open the rear door and look on the B-pillar door jamb for a black vehicle information sticker (it often includes weights, paint code, and the full VIN).
• Access: Easy access with the door open, but the print can be small and the VIN may be vertical, which can slow down manual reading.
• Note: Video footage shows this clearly on an RHD car; on LHD cars you’ll still find it on a rear door B-pillar area, just mirrored by side.
• Tip: If the text is small or vertical, capture it cleanly instead of typing it—use ScanVin.app’s phone scanner to read the label accurately.

Windshield VIN plate (visible through glass)

• Where to look: Check the bottom corner of the windshield on the passenger side, viewed from outside the car.
• Access: No tools needed, but reflections/glare on the glass can make the VIN hard to read or photograph.
• Note: Best results come from stepping to the side and changing your angle until reflections disappear.
• Tip: If glare keeps washing out the characters, capture it quickly without transcription errors using the VIN scan tool and retake from a slightly different angle.

Infotainment system (digital VIN display)

• Where to look: On the center screen (Sensus), use: MY CAR → Settings → Information → VIN number.
• Access: Very easy and high-contrast, but you must have the ignition on/accessory power. Phone cameras can struggle with screen glare/exposure flicker.
• Note: This is a great backup when stickers are damaged—but still cross-check with a physical VIN when verifying identity.
• Tip: If the screen flickers or blows out in your photo, use ScanVin.app and tap to focus/expose on the text before scanning.

Engine bay (firewall/bulkhead stamping)

• Where to look: Inspect the rear of the engine bay around the firewall/bulkhead area (sometimes near the ventilation intake/cowl area). Look for a stamped VIN in metal or a VIN marking near that section.
• Access: This area is often partly hidden by plastic covers, weather stripping, or grime, so you may need to move a cover aside and wipe the surface.
• Note: Use this as a cross-reference if the door label is missing or you suspect tampering.
• Tip: If the stamping is dirty or faint, wipe it and then use ScanVin.app’s scanner with a high-contrast capture to help pick out hard-to-see characters.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: 2018 Volvo V40 Stamped Vin Number Location - YouTube

▶ Watch Volvo V40 VIN Location Guide

• Shows the hidden stamped VIN under the carpet flap in the front footwell (quick handheld demonstration).

Video Tutorial: How to Check VIN Number Via Car's System in Volvo V40 II ( 2012

▶ Watch Volvo V40 VIN Location Guide

• Walkthrough of the infotainment path to display the VIN digitally via the “MY CAR” menu.

Video Tutorial: Volvo V40 Paint Color Code Location (2017–2019) - YouTube

▶ Watch Volvo V40 VIN Location Guide

• Primarily a paint-code guide, but it clearly shows the rear door B-pillar label area where the VIN is printed.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Carpet flap VIN is hard to read: The stamping sits in a shadowed footwell and may be covered by thick paint—lift the flap fully and use a strong light.
• Door jamb label issues: The VIN on the sticker can be small or vertically oriented, and stickers can be scratched or partially peeled—clean the label and scan it instead of typing.
• Don’t rely on only one VIN source: A missing/altered sticker doesn’t automatically mean fraud, but you should cross-check at least two VIN locations (sticker + stamped VIN, or windshield + stamped VIN).

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