# VinLookup

> Scan VIN barcodes for US Department of Transportation vehicle safety recall information. (iPhone/iPad app by CAPS UA.)

- Source: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vinlookup/id912366033 (this page in markdown: same URL + `.md`)
- Developer: [CAPS UA](https://appshunter.io/developer/399424943)
- Category: Utilities, Reference
- Price: Free
- Rating: 2.33/5 from 3 App Store ratings · 3 written reviews indexed
- Age rating: 4+
- Requires: iOS 7.0 · 1 MB
- Languages: English
- Released: 2014-09-04
- Data updated: 2026-06-10
- Monetization: free
- User reviews in markdown: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vinlookup/id912366033/reviews.md

## What is VinLookup?

VIN Lookup is THE way to get information about your vehicle fast. VL works by scanning the barcode alongside your VIN number and then populating the necessary fields of the US Department of Transportation's SafeCar VIN system. Here you will find information about recalls associated with your vehicle and much more!

## Key features

- VIN barcode scanning
- Access US DOT SafeCar VIN system
- Vehicle recall information
- Fast vehicle data retrieval

## Recent user reviews (3 of 3)

All indexed reviews: https://appshunter.io/ios/app/vinlookup/id912366033/reviews.md

### 1/5 — Piece of crap

*2019-09-30, version 1.0.2*

Piece of crap. Doesn’t work.

### 1/5 — Danger - will crash or lock phone

*2019-04-21, version 1.0.2*

Will not close and will lock phone. Do not download. Fake app.

### 5/5 — DOESNT EVEN WORK

*2015-01-08, version 1.0.0*

This app is awesome. I am dealer and this is just perfect for car dealers or buyers who want to make sure they know if there are any issues with a specific model. At first I didn't work the first time I scanned. I guess I wasn't holding it steady so i wasn't sure if it worked. But it does and it is amazing. Awesome app! 5 stars all the way!

## Frequently asked questions about VinLookup

### What information does VinLookup provide?

VinLookup provides information about vehicle recalls associated with your car, accessed through the US Department of Transportation's SafeCar VIN system.

### How does VinLookup work?

VinLookup works by scanning the barcode alongside your vehicle's VIN number, then populating the necessary fields with data from the US Department of Transportation's SafeCar VIN system.

### What devices does VinLookup support?

VinLookup is supported on iPhone and iPod devices.

### Is VinLookup free to use?

Yes, VinLookup is available for free.

### When was VinLookup last updated?

VinLookup was last updated on November 9, 2015.

### What is the age rating for VinLookup?

VinLookup has an age rating of 4+.

### What is the user rating for VinLookup?

VinLookup has a user rating of 2.3 stars from 3 ratings.

### Does VinLookup have ads?

The provided data does not specify if VinLookup contains advertisements.

## Version history (last 2 releases)

### 1.0.2 — 2015-11-09

This app has been updated by Apple to display the Apple Watch app icon.

- Fixed issue with some VINs being prefixed by the letter "i" (Mazda and Honda)

### 1.0.0 — 2014-09-04

No release notes.

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