Check your vehicle for Recalls
How to Check for Outstanding Recalls on Your Japanese-Imported Vehicle
Step-by-Step: How to Check for Recalls on Japanese Vehicles
1. Find Your Vehicle’s Chassis Number (Frame Number or VIN)
Most recall checks in Japan require the chassis number, not the full 17-digit VIN used internationally.
You’ll usually find it:
- On your car certificate
- On the engine bay identification plate
It may look something like: DJLFS-525565 (with a hyphen separating model code and serial number).
2. Visit the Official Manufacturer Recall Page
Each Japanese manufacturer has its own recall check website. Select the car logo below and it will redirect to manufacturers recall page.
You can find a list of direct links here (click the logo to open the page in a new window):
3. Enter the Chassis Number Exactly as Shown
Make sure you input the full chassis number including any hyphens. Even a small mistake can return a “no results” page or inaccurate data. Some sites require only the last few digits, while others need the full code.
4. Translate and Read the Results
If the site returns results in Japanese, use your browser’s translate feature to understand the recall status.
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- No recalls: Your vehicle has no known manufacturer issues.
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- Recall applicable: The vehicle has an outstanding issue that has not yet been addressed.
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- Recall completed: The recall work has already been carried out by a dealer in Japan.
