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Add it to Claude Code
claude mcp add vin-mcp -- npx -y vin-mcpAvailable Tools (4)
Once configured, VIN MCP gives your AI agent access to:
decode_vinFull VIN decode with specs, recalls, complaints, safety ratings, fuel economy, and photosvinvalidate_vinQuick local validation -- checksum, WMI country/manufacturer, model year. No external API callsvinlookup_recallsLook up recalls by VIN or by make/model/yearvinmakemodelyearbatch_decodeDecode up to 50 VINs in a single request via NHTSA batch APIvinsTry It Out
After setup, try these prompts with your AI agent:
→Decode the VIN 1HGCM82633A004352 and give me a summary of its safety ratings and fuel economy.
→Check if there are any open recalls for a 2020 Honda Civic.
→Validate this VIN: 1HGCM82633A004352 to see if it is a legitimate vehicle identification number.
→Batch decode these VINs: [VIN1, VIN2] and compare their fuel efficiency.
Prerequisites & system requirements
- An MCP-compatible client (Claude Code, Cursor, Windsurf, Claude Desktop, or Codex)
- Node.js 18+ with npm/npx installed
Alternative installation methods
Claude Code (stdio)
npx -y vin-mcpClaude Desktop (HTTP)
https://mcp.vin/mcpKeep this setup from going cold
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