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Last vehicle data: 7/2/2009 8:44:20 PM


Where is my VIN?

This website allows you to quickly check the status of a vehicle to determine if it has been towed or impounded by the City of Chicago or has been reported stolen to the Chicago Police Department. Information is updated every 20 minutes, 24 hours a day.

To determine if a vehicle has been towed or impounded by the City of Chicago, enter either the license plate or Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).

You can also determine if a vehicle has been reported stolen to the Chicago Police Department. For example, if you notice an unfamiliar vehicle parked on your block or a vehicle that has been left in a parking lot/ garage for an extended period of time, enter the license plate or VIN to determine if it has been reported stolen to the Chicago Police Department.

If you identify a stolen vehicle, CALL 911. Do not endanger yourself.

Now you can help the police locate and recover stolen vehicles more rapidly by running the license plate and/or VIN of any vehicle to determine if it has been reported stolen to the Chicago Police Department.

Use Citizen ICAM to help identify areas of possible risk for Motor Vehicle Theft. You can search for reported Motor Vehicle Theft incidents (and any other crime) by beat, intersection, or address. Click here for Citizen ICAM.

Follow these tips to help reduce the chance of being an auto theft victim:
  • Always close and lock your doors and windows before you leave your vehicle.
  • Never leave your keys in your vehicle when it is unattended.
  • Car keys should not be hung on keyboards in the home or be visible through windows, they should be kept in a secure place.
  • Do not leave valuables unattended in vehicle.
  • Ownership and insurance cards should not be left in your vehicle when it is unattended.
  • Park in well-lighted and well traveled areas.


    • Click here for more Auto Theft Prevention Tips.