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Decode US VINs offline from the NHTSA vPIC dataset, served from edge locations.

NHTSA Edge VIN Decoder API is a free Vehicle API that requires no API key, is served over HTTPS and supports CORS, so it can be called from the browser.

Authentication
None required
HTTPS
Yes
CORS
Yes
Category
Vehicle
Uptime (30 days)
100%
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Online · 1115 msTested Nov 15, 2026 · checked dailyIs it down? Status & uptime

About AI Kit Data

US public datasets, versioned in git, checked against their source and served fast from the edge. Starting with NHTSA vehicle data.

Provider
AI Kit Data
Website
data.ai-kit.net ↗

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Key facts

  • No API key needed
  • 100% uptime (30 days)
  • Callable from the browser (CORS)
  • HTTPS
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NHTSA Edge VIN Decoder API FAQ

Who provides the NHTSA Edge VIN Decoder API?

The NHTSA Edge VIN Decoder API is provided by AI Kit Data (data.ai-kit.net). US public datasets, versioned in git, checked against their source and served fast from the edge. Starting with NHTSA vehicle data.

Is the NHTSA Edge VIN Decoder API free?

Yes. The NHTSA Edge VIN Decoder API is listed in the Vehicle category of the public-apis directory, which only includes APIs that are free or have a free tier. Check its documentation for rate limits and paid plans.

Does the NHTSA Edge VIN Decoder API require an API key?

No. The NHTSA Edge VIN Decoder API requires no authentication, so you can start making requests without signing up.

Can I call the NHTSA Edge VIN Decoder API from the browser?

Yes. The NHTSA Edge VIN Decoder API supports CORS, so front-end JavaScript can call it directly.

Does the NHTSA Edge VIN Decoder API support HTTPS?

Yes. The NHTSA Edge VIN Decoder API is served over HTTPS, so it's safe to use in production.

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