NHTSA

API

Free Vehicle Data API for Product Information & Listings

Overview

The NHTSA Vehicle Product Information Catalog (VPIC) API offers RESTful endpoints for accessing comprehensive vehicle data, including VIN decoding, make/model specifications, recall statuses, vehicle listings, and manufacturer details. Responses are delivered in JSON format. Key endpoints include /vehicles/DecodeVIN (VIN analysis), /Recalls/ByVehicle (recall checks), and /vehicles/GetMakesForManufacturer (make/model lists). Ideal for building vehicle history apps, integrating recall verification into auto services, creating vehicle comparison tools, or powering automotive e-commerce platforms with official government data.

Example Integration (JavaScript)

script.js JS


fetch('https://vpic.nhtsa.dot.gov/api/')
  .then(res => res.json())
  .then(data => console.log(data))
  .catch(err => console.error(err));

Key Features

RESTful
JSON Support
No Auth Required
VIN Decoding
Recall Information
Vehicle Listing Data

Frequently Asked Questions

? Is NHTSA free to use?

Yes, the NHTSA VPIC API is completely free for both public and commercial use.

? Does it require an API Key?

No, authentication is not required to access any of the NHTSA API endpoints.

? What is the response format?

All responses from the NHTSA API are in JSON format, ensuring easy integration into applications.

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Tool Info

Pricing Free

Category Vehicle

Platform Public API

Pros

⊕ Free to Use
⊕ Official Government Data Source
⊕ Comprehensive Vehicle Metrics
⊕ Wide Range of Endpoints

Cons

⊖ Rate Limited
⊖ No SLA
⊖ Some Data May Have Delays