Model code (LJ, SJ, JB, TA/TD) plus serial on plate and frame, with JS, VSE, MA3 and 2CN VINs by plant; no decoder.
- 1970–1998Model code + serial
- 1998–Model code + serial or VIN
- 1988–2017 (Escudo/Vitara)Model code
Chassis numbers
Suzuki 4x4s carry the model code (LJ10 to JB74, TA/TD for the Vitaras) and a serial on the plate and frame; export VINs run under JS (Japan), VSE (Santana, Spain), MA3 (Maruti, India) and 2CN (CAMI, Canada).
Model code (LJ, SJ, JB, TA/TD) plus serial on plate and frame, with JS, VSE, MA3 and 2CN VINs by plant; no decoder.