A UTV VIN, or Vehicle Identification Number, is a 17-character code that helps identify your side-by-side. It can tell you the manufacturer, model year, production details, and other vehicle information.
For brands like Can-Am, Polaris, Kawasaki, Yamaha, Honda, Arctic Cat, and CFMOTO, the VIN is a helpful starting point when confirming parts, service, warranty, or fitment.
Example VIN
3JBVXAV75PE000268
Basic breakdown:
| VIN Section | What It Means |
|---|---|
| Characters 1–3 | Manufacturer identifier |
| Characters 4–8 | Vehicle attributes such as model, platform, engine, or trim |
| Character 9 | Check digit used to validate the VIN |
| Character 10 | Model year |
| Character 11 | Assembly plant |
| Characters 12–17 | Production sequence number |
For this example:
- 3JB = BRP / Can-Am manufacturer identifier
- P = 2023 model year
- 000268 = production sequence number
Your VIN helps confirm important vehicle details before ordering parts or requesting support. This is especially important for UTVs because similar models can have different fitment depending on year, trim, engine, turbo setup, or seat configuration.
A VIN can help identify:
- Make and manufacturer
- Model year
- Vehicle platform
- Production information
- Warranty or registration details
Where to find your UTV VIN
Common UTV VIN locations include:
- Driver-side frame rail
- Passenger-side frame rail
- Under or behind the seat
- Near the cockpit area
- Near the wheel well
- On a manufacturer tag or plate
If the VIN is hard to read, take a clear photo of the tag or stamped frame area.
Does the VIN confirm exact parts fitment?
Not always. A VIN is a great starting point, but some aftermarket UTV parts still require additional details.
When contacting Evolution Powersports, please include:
- Full VIN
- Make, such as Can-Am, Polaris, or Kawasaki
- Model
- Model year
- Trim or package
- Engine size
- Turbo or non-turbo configuration
- 2-seat or 4-seat configuration
Quick tip
Your VIN helps narrow down your UTV, but it may not tell the full fitment story. For the fastest support, send your VIN along with your make, model, year, trim, and a photo of the machine or part you are asking about.