Acura VIN Decoder
Acura VIN Decoder
Last updated July 2026 · Reviewed by the VinWhere Vehicle Data Team · Source: NHTSA vPIC
A Acura VIN decoder reads a 17-character Acura Vehicle Identification Number to identify factory data such as model year, make, model, body style, engine, drivetrain, fuel type, manufacturer, country, and assembly plant when available. The first three characters are the World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) — for example, 19U identifies acura cars built in the usa.
What a Acura VIN can tell you
An Acura VIN can reveal the model year, model, trim, engine, drivetrain, body style, fuel type, manufacturer, country, and assembly plant when available.
Acura VIN prefixes (WMI)
The first three characters of a Acura VIN identify the manufacturer, country, and vehicle type. Common Acura prefixes include:
| WMI prefix | Identifies |
|---|---|
| 19U, 19V | Acura cars built in the USA |
| 5J8 | Acura SUVs built in the USA |
| JH4 | Acura built in Japan |
Reading a Acura VIN
Honda luxury brand
Acura uses its own WMIs but follows Honda's VIN conventions and the 17-character standard.
Position 10: model year
The 10th character encodes the Acura model year code.
North American build
Many Acura models are built in North America, reflected in the 19U and 5J8 prefixes.
Sample Acura VIN decode
An example decode for a Acura VIN, showing the factory fields VinWhere returns:
- Year
- 2018
- Make
- ACURA
- Model
- TLX
- Body
- Sedan
- Engine
- 3.474057568L 6-cyl
- Drive
- 4x2
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Built in
- Marysville, UNITED STATES (USA)
Example VIN for illustration. Decode your own Acura VIN above for exact results.
How to read a Acura VIN
Every 17-character Acura VIN follows the same position structure. The 10th character is the model year (see the VIN year chart) and the 11th is the assembly plant.
| Position(s) | Meaning |
|---|---|
| 1 | Country or region of manufacture (WMI) |
| 2 | Manufacturer (WMI) |
| 3 | Vehicle type or manufacturing division (WMI) |
| 4–8 | Vehicle attributes: model, body, engine, restraints (VDS) |
| 9 | Check digit (validates the VIN) |
| 10 | Model year |
| 11 | Assembly plant |
| 12–17 | Production sequence / serial number |
Common Acura models
VinWhere decodes VINs across the Acura lineup, including:
Acura build sheet by VIN
Can I get a Acura build sheet by VIN?
Yes. A Acura build sheet is the factory record of how a specific vehicle was originally built — its installed options, packages, and paint and trim codes. VinWhere reconstructs this from the VIN: it decodes the factory specification, then checks the original Acura window sticker (Monroney label), which lists the as-built options and original MSRP.
Start with the Acura window sticker lookup to see the original as-built options and MSRP for your VIN.
Where to find your Acura VIN
- Driver-side dashboard, through the windshield
- Driver door jamb sticker
- Vehicle registration and title
- Insurance card and policy
Data sources and limitations
Acura VIN decoding is based on manufacturer-reported vehicle data from the official NHTSA vPIC database, plus brand-specific window sticker providers where available. Some fields — trim, options, or window sticker — may be unavailable depending on the model year, vehicle type, and source. A VIN decode shows factory specifications only, never owner names, addresses, or private DMV records.
Acura VIN decoder FAQ
How do I decode an Acura VIN for free?+
Enter your 17-character Acura VIN into VinWhere's free decoder to see the model year, model, trim, engine, drivetrain, and assembly plant when available.
What does an Acura VIN starting with 19U mean?+
An Acura VIN starting with 19U identifies an Acura passenger car built in the United States.
Is an Acura VIN the same as a Honda VIN?+
Acura is Honda's luxury brand and uses different WMIs, but both follow the same 17-character VIN standard.