Where Is the Chrysler Paint Code?
On a Chrysler, the paint code is at the Driver-side door jamb — body code plate or service label, printed on the label marked “EXT (Exterior Paint)”. The code follows the pattern P + 2 chars (e.g., PW7) or 3-char (e.g., PXR). If the sticker is missing or faded, look it up by VIN below.
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Chrysler Paint Code Location — Every Spot to Check
Chrysler prints the paint code in one main spot and backs it up in a couple of others. Start at the top of this list and work down if the label is hard to read.
- 1Primary location
Driver-side door jamb — body code plate or service label
- 2Backup location
Driver-side B-pillar
- 3Backup location
Under the hood on the radiator support (older models)
What the label says
Look for the row marked EXT (Exterior Paint). That's the line that carries the Chrysler color code.
Code format
3-character alphanumeric Stellantis/MOPAR code. Pattern: P + 2 chars (e.g., PW7) or 3-char (e.g., PXR).
Common Chrysler Paint Codes & Color Names
A few well-known Chrysler factory codes so you know what to expect on the sticker. Your exact code depends on the model year — always confirm against your own vehicle or VIN.
| Paint Code | Factory Color Name |
|---|---|
PW7 | Bright White |
PXR | Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl |
PAR | Billet Silver Metallic |
PRV | Velvet Red Pearl |
Chrysler Paint Code Tips
The quirks worth knowing before you order paint for a Chrysler.
Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, and Ram all share the MOPAR/Stellantis paint code system — a PW7 on a Chrysler 300 is the same white as a PW7 on a Ram 1500.
Codes prefixed with 'P' are production colors; 'X' or 'Y' prefixes are special-order or fleet colors.
On heritage muscle colors (Plum Crazy, Sublime), confirm the year — Mopar has reissued classic colors with slightly different formulas.
Chrysler Sticker Missing or Faded? Use the VIN.
Door jamb stickers fade in the sun, get peeled during detailing, or disappear when a door is replaced after a collision. When the Chrysler label is gone, the VIN is the reliable way back to the factory paint code.
Every Chrysler build record carries the factory paint code, locked to the VIN at manufacture. Our free VIN check pulls that record so you can order touch-up, brief a body shop, or verify the current color matches the factory original.
Buying a used Chrysler? If the current color doesn't match the factory code, the car was repainted — worth an accident history check to find out why.
Look up your Chrysler code by VIN
No sticker needed — the factory code comes straight from the build record.
What to Do With Your Chrysler Paint Code
Once you have the code, here's how to put it to work.
Order touch-up paint
Give the code to a Chryslerparts counter or a touch-up supplier. For pearl/metallic finishes, ask for the matching base + clear so the repair doesn't flatten out.
Save it for later
Photograph the Chrysler sticker in good light and store it with your documents. The code stays the same for the life of the car — no more trips back to the driveway.
Paint Code Location for Other Brands
Chrysler Paint Code — Sources & References
Chrysler color codes trace back to factory build records and OEM service literature. The references below are the authoritative origins behind Chrysler VIN, paint, and history data in the United States.
- NHTSA VIN Decoder ↗
Federal reference decoder for Chrysler VIN structure.
- NHTSA — Safety Recalls ↗
Open Chrysler recall lookup by VIN.
- NMVTIS — Bureau of Justice Assistance ↗
Federal title-brand database covering every Chrysler across all 50 states.
- EPA ↗
Coatings and VOC standards behind OEM Chrysler paint formulations.
Chrysler Paint Code — Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the paint code on a Chrysler?+
On a Chrysler, the paint code is at the Driver-side door jamb — body code plate or service label. Look for the label marked "EXT (Exterior Paint)". If that sticker is faded or missing, check driver-side b-pillar or under the hood on the radiator support (older models).
What does a Chrysler paint code look like?+
3-character alphanumeric Stellantis/MOPAR code. The typical pattern is P + 2 chars (e.g., PW7) or 3-char (e.g., PXR). For example, PW7 is Bright White, and PXR is Brilliant Black Crystal Pearl.
Can I find my Chrysler paint code with just the VIN?+
Yes. The factory paint code is recorded against the VIN in Chrysler's build database, so a VIN-based lookup returns the original color code even when the physical door jamb sticker is damaged, faded, or was replaced during repair. Enter your VIN in the form above.
What is the difference between the Chrysler paint code and the color name?+
The color name (e.g., "Bright White") is marketing copy that Chrysler may reuse across model years with small formula changes. The paint code (PW7) is tied to one specific formulation — it is what a paint supplier needs to mix an exact match.
How do I use my Chrysler paint code for touch-up?+
Give the code — not the color name — to any paint supplier, dealer parts counter, or body shop. They mix to the code. For pearl or tri-coat Chrysler finishes, a single touch-up pen won't match the depth; those need a base + mid-coat + clear process.
My Chrysler was repainted and the sticker is gone — what now?+
Run a VIN-based paint code lookup. The factory code is locked to the VIN at manufacture, so it survives a respray or a replaced door. If the car's current color doesn't match the factory code returned, the vehicle was repainted — worth pairing with an accident history check to find out why.
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