Search Results

Standard

Vehicle Identification Number Systems

2024-08-23

CURRENT

J272_202408

This recommended practice describes general characteristics of VIN systems. It includes certain specific requirements, supporting definitions, basic content, and examples.

Standard

Recommended Practice for Bar-Coded Vehicle Identification Number Label

2024-06-27

WIP

J1877

This SAE Recommended Practice describes the basic content requirements, bar code specifications, and functional test specifications of the vehicle identification number (VIN) label. On the vehicle, the VIN label is to be mounted in a readily accessible location for use of a bar-code scanning device.This document specifies a permanent label for the standard vehicle identification number that can be automatically identified through a bar-coded format.

Standard

Assigned Identification Number Structure and Usage for North American Vehicles/Watercraft Other than Certified to Federal Regulations

2024-06-27

WIP

J2750

This SAE Recommended Practice establishes recommended procedures for the issuance, assignment, and structure of Identification Numbers on a uniform basis by states or provinces for use in an Assigned Identification Number (AIN).

Standard

Engine and Transmission Identification Numbers

2024-03-18

CURRENT

J129_202403

This SAE Recommended Practice has been established to provide direction for the design and installation of an identification number (IN) as assigned to vehicle engines, transmissions, and transaxles. The IN is used for tracking or traceability of these components. In adhering to these recommended practices, facility of application in factory production and appearance quality are matters for manufacturer control. Reference SAE J853.

Standard

World Manufacturer Identifier

2024-03-18

CURRENT

J1044_202403

This SAE Recommended Practice establishes procedure for the issuance and assignment of a World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) on a uniform basis to vehicle manufacturers who may desire to incorporate it in their Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN). This recommended practice is intended to be used in conjunction with the recommendations for VIN systems described in SAE J853, J187, J272, and other SAE reports for VIN systems. These procedures were developed to assist in identifying the vehicle as to its point of origin. It was felt that review and coordination of the WMI by a single organization would avoid duplication of manufacturer identifiers and assist in the identification of vehicles by agencies such as those concerned with motor vehicle titling and registration, law enforcement, and theft recovery.

Standard

Motor Vehicle License Plates

2012-07-23

CURRENT

J686_201207

This SAE Standard establishes basic dimensions for motor vehicle license plates. It is based on data supplied by the American Association of Motor Vehicle Administrators, Motor Vehicle manufacturers Association, and Motorcycle, Scooter and Allied Trades Association. The dimensions established in this document have considered legibility and identification of the license plate.

Standard

Recommended Practice for Bar-Coded Vehicle Identification Number Label

2012-07-23

CURRENT

J1877_201207

This SAE Recommended Practice describes the basic content requirements, bar code specifications, and functional test specifications of the vehicle identification number (VIN) label. On the vehicle, the VIN label is to be mounted in a readily accessible location for use of a bar-code scanning device.

Standard

Assigned Identification Number Structure and Usage for North American Vehicles/Watercraft Other than Certified to Federal Regulations

2012-07-23

CURRENT

J2750_201207

This SAE Recommended Practice establishes recommended procedures for the issuance, assignment, and structure of Identification Numbers on a uniform basis by states or provinces for use in an Assigned Identification Number (AIN).

Standard

World Manufacturer Identifier

2012-07-23

HISTORICAL

J1044_201207

This SAE Recommended Practice establishes procedure for the issuance and assignment of a World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) on a uniform basis to vehicle manufacturers who may desire to incorporate it in their Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN). This recommended practice is intended to be used in conjunction with the recommendations for VIN systems described in SAE J853, J187, J272, and other SAE reports for VIN systems. These procedures were developed to assist in identifying the vehicle as to its point of origin. It was felt that review and coordination of the WMI by a single organization would avoid duplication of manufacturer identifiers and assist in the identification of vehicles by agencies such as those concerned with motor vehicle titling and registration, law enforcement, and theft recovery.

Standard

Engine and Transmission Identification Numbers

2010-08-05

HISTORICAL

J129_201008

This SAE Recommended Practice has been established to provide direction for the design and installation of an identification number (IN) as assigned to vehicle engines, transmissions, and transaxles. The IN is used for tracking or traceability of these components. In adhering to these recommended practices, facility of application in factory production and appearance quality are matters for manufacturer control. Reference SAE J853.

Standard

Truck Identification Terminology

2009-10-29

CURRENT

J1229_200910

This SAE Recommended Practice is intended to provide uniform nomenclature and definitions for the primary levels of vehicle identification, with particular application to trucks.

Standard

Truck Vehicle Identification Numbers

2009-10-29

CURRENT

J187_200910

This SAE Recommended Practice has been established to provide direction for the design and installation of a vehicle identification number assigned to a truck or truck-tractor. In adhering to these standards, facility of application in factory production and appearance are matters for manufacturer control.

Standard

Passenger Car Identification Terminology

2009-10-29

CURRENT

J218_200910

This recommended practice is intended to provide uniform nomenclature and definitions for the primary levels of vehicle identification, with particular application to passenger cars.

Standard

Vehicle Identification Numbers

2009-10-29

CURRENT

J853_200910

This SAE Standard has been established to provide direction for the design and installation of a Vehicle Identification Number assigned to a passenger car or truck. In adhering to these standards, facility of application in factory production and appearance are matters for manufacturer control.

Standard

Vehicle Identification Number Systems

2008-08-19

HISTORICAL

J272_200808

This recommended practice describes general characteristics of VIN systems. It includes certain specific requirements, supporting definitions, basic content, and examples.

Standard

Assigned Identification Number Structure and Usage for North American Vehicles/Watercraft Other than Certified to Federal Regulations

2007-01-05

HISTORICAL

J2750_200701

This SAE Recommended Practice establishes recommended procedures for the issuance, assignment, and structure of Identification Numbers on a uniform basis by states or provinces for use in an Assigned Identification Number (AIN).

Standard

World Manufacturer Identifier

2006-12-19

HISTORICAL

J1044_200612

This SAE Recommended Practice establishes procedure for the issuance and assignment of a World Manufacturer Identifier (WMI) on a uniform basis to vehicle manufacturers who may desire to incorporate it in their Vehicle Identification Numbers (VIN). This recommended practice is intended to be used in conjunction with the recommendations for VIN systems described in SAE J853, J187, J272, and other SAE reports for VIN systems. These procedures were developed to assist in identifying the vehicle as to its point of origin. It was felt that review and coordination of the WMI by a single organization would avoid duplication of manufacturer identifiers and assist in the identification of vehicles by agencies such as those concerned with motor vehicle titling and registration, law enforcement, and theft recovery.

Standard

Vehicle Identification Number Systems

2006-12-19

HISTORICAL

J272_200612

This recommended practice describes general characteristics of VIN systems. It includes certain specific requirements, supporting definitions, basic content, and examples.

Standard

Truck and Truck Tractor Vehicle Identification Number Systems

2006-05-01

CURRENT

J1108_200605

This SAE Recommended Practice provides direction for the design of a truck or truck tractor vehicle identification number (VIN). This practice supplements SAE J272c. It applies to characteristics of truck and truck descriptive and identifying information which are to be set forth in a uniform manner in the vehicle identification number.

Standard

Passenger Car Vehicle Identification Number System

2006-05-01

CURRENT

J273_200605

This SAE Recommended Practice provides direction for the design of a passenger car Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). This practice supplements SAE J272c. It applies to characteristics of passenger car descriptive and identifying information which are to be set forth in a uniform manner in the vehicle identification number.