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How to Use this Free Kenworth VIN Lookup

Checking a Kenworth VIN has never been easier with VINvaquero.com!

All Kenworth vehicles manufactured since 1981 will feature a 17-digit vehicle identification number (VIN) that can be used to quickly decode information about the vehicle, such as:

  • Location of manufacture and the manufacturing plant.
  • Body type and styling options. 
  • Details about the engine and transmission. 
  • Additional features and add-ons. 

The Kenworth VIN can also be used for:

  • Ordering Vehicle History Reports.
  • Getting the value of a specific Kenworth.
  • Finding Kenworth recalls.
  • Searching for compatible parts for the specific Kenworth year and model. 
  • Learning about the vehicle’s ownership history.
  • Finding out the vehicle’s accident and repair history. 
  • Getting free, customized insurance quotes. 
  • Checking if the Kenworth is stolen. 

Whether you have a Kenworth vehicle you own or are looking to buy one, decoding the VIN and using the VIN for a variety of tasks can come in handy. 

Our free Kenworth VIN decoder is here for you to get started. 

Simply enter your Kenworth VIN into the search bar above to check the global database. We’ll run the search and return all the pertinent information we can find. 

If you have an older VIN from a vehicle that was produced prior to 1981, the VIN decoder may not work. 

Where was your Kenworth Made?

Your VIN can quickly tell you which country your Kenworth was manufactured in.

This is contained in the first character of the VIN, which may include:

  • 1: United States.
  • 2: Canada.
  • 3: Mexico.
  • S: United Kingdom

You can find out the exact assembly plant for your Kenworth truck or chassis by looking at the 11th character.

Some of Kenworth’s major plants include:

  • Renton, Washington.
  • Chillicothe, Ohio.
  • St. Therese, Quebec.

Kenworth Model Year by VIN Number

To quickly determine the model year of your Kenworth truck, you’ll just need to take a look at the 10th digit of the VIN.

  • 1: 2001
  • 2: 2002
  • 3: 2003
  • 4: 2004
  • 5: 2005
  • 6: 2006
  • 7: 2007
  • 8: 2008
  • 9: 2009
  • A: 2010
  • B: 1981 OR 2011
  • C: 1982 OR 2012
  • D: 1983 OR 2013
  • E: 1984 OR 2014
  • F: 1985 OR 2015
  • G: 1986 OR 2016
  • H: 1987 OR 2017
  • J: 1988 OR 2018
  • K: 1989 OR 2019
  • L: 1990 OR 2020
  • M: 1991 OR 2021

    Learn more with our VIN model year chart.

    Where to find a VIN on a Kenworth?

    Your Kenworth VIN will typically be found in a handful of locations on the vehicle. The common ones include:

    • On a VIN plate attached to the dashboard near the windshield.
    • Stamped onto the frame. 
    • Near the engine. 
    • On the driver’s side door jamb. 

    Additionally, the Kenworth VIN can be found on your DMV and insurance paperwork, such as the:

    • Registration card.
    • Vehicle title. 
    • MCO. 
    • Insurance policy documents. 
    • Insurance ID cards. 

    WMIs for Kenworth Vehicles

    The WMI, or World Manufacturer Identifier, is the first 3 digits of the Kenworth VIN. 

    These digits provide you with:

    • The country where the Kenworth was built. 
    • The Manufacturer name.
    • The vehicle type and manufacturer division. 

    Kenworth WMIs

    The first 3 digits in the VIN, or the WMI, can be used to quickly find out where a specific vehicle was produced, who produced it, and the type of vehicle it is. 

    WMICountry of OriginManufacturer NameVehicle Type 
    3WMMEXICOKENWORTH MEXICANA SA DE CVTruck 
    3NMKENWORTH MEXICANA SA DE CVTruck 
    3NKMEXICOKENWORTH MEXICANA SA DE CVIncomplete Vehicle
    3XKMEXICOKENWORTH MEXICANA SA DE CVTruck 
    1XKUNITED STATES (USA)KENWORTH TRUCK COMPANYTruck 
    2XKCANADAKENWORTH TRUCK COMPANYTruck 
    3WKMEXICOKENWORTH TRUCK COMPANYTruck 
    SFNUNITED KINGDOM (UK)KENWORTH TRUCK COMPANYTruck 
    1NKUNITED STATES (USA)KENWORTH TRUCK COMPANYIncomplete Vehicle
    2NKCANADAKENWORTH TRUCK COMPANYIncomplete Vehicle
    3BKMEXICOKENWORTH TRUCK COMPANYIncomplete Vehicle

    Kenworth Models in the VIN Decoder Database

    Below you’ll find a list of all Kenworth models manufactured since 1981 that you can decode with our VIN checker. 

    Kenworth models in the database include:

    • 540
    • 542
    • 548CH
    • C5 Series
    • C500
    • C540
    • C550
    • K 100E
    • K100
    • K260/K360
    • K270/K370
    • K3 Series
    • K300
    • KS
    • KT
    • KW45/KW55
    • L7 Series
    • L700
    • Other Off-Highway
    • S10/A3
    • S106R4
    • T2 Series
    • T2000
    • T3 Series
    • T300
    • T4 Series
    • T400
    • T450
    • T6 Series
    • T600
    • T680
    • T7 Series
    • T8 Series
    • T800
    • T880
    • W9 Series
    • W900