How do I find out where my F-150 was built?
Your F-150’s assembly location is encoded in the VIN and shown on the factory window sticker. In practice, you’ll usually be able to identify the plant from the 11th character of the VIN or from the “Assembled in” line on the vehicle’s Monroney label, which commonly points to Dearborn, Michigan, or Kansas City, Missouri.
Beyond that quick clue, you’ll find the most reliable confirmation by locating the VIN on the dashboard and door jamb, then decoding it using Ford’s official decoder or your dealer’s records, and by checking the window sticker for the assembly plant and build date. This guide walks you through the steps and sources to verify the exact plant that built your truck.
Primary sources to identify the assembly plant
The two most dependable sources are the vehicle identification number (VIN) and the factory window sticker. The VIN carries a plant code, and the window sticker typically lists where the vehicle was assembled. Together, these details tell you which Ford plant produced your F-150.
VIN decoding
The VIN is a 17-character code that encodes where and when your truck was built. The 11th character in the VIN indicates the production plant. Because plant coding can change by model year, use an up‑to‑date VIN decoder—official Ford resources or reputable third‑party tools—to translate the code into a specific Ford facility. You’ll find the VIN on the dashboard (visible through the windshield on the driver’s side) and on the driver’s door jamb, and it’s also on title and registration documents.
Window sticker and build data
The Monroney window sticker attached to your vehicle usually includes an “Assembled in” line that names the plant, such as Dearborn, MI or Kansas City, MO. It also shows the build date and other configuration details. If the sticker isn’t readily accessible, a dealer or Ford customer service can pull a build record using the VIN.
Other sources to consider
If you want additional confirmation, you can request an official build sheet or order summary from Ford, often available through the Ford Owner portal after you register the vehicle or by contacting a Ford dealership. Some third‑party VIN lookup services also provide plant information, but official records are the most reliable source.
What to do if the plant isn’t clearly listed
If you can’t locate a definitive plant from the VIN or sticker, start with the VIN decoding step and then contact your dealer for a build sheet. Ford customer service can verify the assembly plant using the VIN. In some cases, different configurations or model-year changes mean the same model may be produced at more than one facility, so exact results can vary.
Summary
The quickest way to confirm where your F-150 was built is to decode the VIN (the 11th character designates the plant) and to check the window sticker’s “Assembled in” line. For extra peace of mind, obtain a build sheet from Ford or your dealer. With these sources, you can verify whether your truck came from Dearborn or Kansas City, and understand how its origin fits into its configuration and history.
