Where Is the Honda Paint Code?
On a Honda, the paint code is at the Driver-side door jamb — service label, lower-right corner, printed on the label marked “C / EXT (Color / Exterior)”. The code follows the pattern 1–2 letters + 3 digits + suffix (e.g., NH731P). If the sticker is missing or faded, look it up by VIN below.
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Honda Paint Code Location — Every Spot to Check
Honda 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 — service label, lower-right corner
- 2Backup location
Driver-side B-pillar
- 3Backup location
Under the hood on the radiator support (older Civics and Accords)
What the label says
Look for the row marked C / EXT (Color / Exterior). That's the line that carries the Honda color code.
Code format
Alphanumeric prefix + 3 digits + suffix. Pattern: 1–2 letters + 3 digits + suffix (e.g., NH731P).
Common Honda Paint Codes & Color Names
A few well-known Honda 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 |
|---|---|
NH731P | Crystal Black Pearl |
NH830M | Lunar Silver Metallic |
NH883P | Platinum White Pearl |
R513 | Rallye Red |
B593M | Aegean Blue Metallic |
Honda Paint Code Tips
The quirks worth knowing before you order paint for a Honda.
Honda paint codes use a color-family prefix: NH = neutral/black/white, R = red, B = blue, G = green, Y = yellow, YR = yellow-red.
Suffix codes matter: 'P' = pearl (3-stage), 'M' = metallic, no suffix = solid color. Pearls cannot be matched with a single-stage touch-up.
The door label sometimes lists both an exterior and interior color — the paint code is the one prefixed with NH/R/B/G/Y.
Honda 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 Honda label is gone, the VIN is the reliable way back to the factory paint code.
Every Honda 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 Honda? 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 Honda code by VIN
No sticker needed — the factory code comes straight from the build record.
What to Do With Your Honda Paint Code
Once you have the code, here's how to put it to work.
Order touch-up paint
Give the code to a Hondaparts 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 Honda 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.
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Honda Paint Code — Sources & References
Honda color codes trace back to factory build records and OEM service literature. The references below are the authoritative origins behind Honda VIN, paint, and history data in the United States.
- NHTSA VIN Decoder ↗
Federal reference decoder for Honda VIN structure.
- NHTSA — Safety Recalls ↗
Open Honda recall lookup by VIN.
- NMVTIS — Bureau of Justice Assistance ↗
Federal title-brand database covering every Honda across all 50 states.
- EPA ↗
Coatings and VOC standards behind OEM Honda paint formulations.
Honda Paint Code — Frequently Asked Questions
Where is the paint code on a Honda?+
On a Honda, the paint code is at the Driver-side door jamb — service label, lower-right corner. Look for the label marked "C / EXT (Color / Exterior)". If that sticker is faded or missing, check driver-side b-pillar or under the hood on the radiator support (older civics and accords).
What does a Honda paint code look like?+
Alphanumeric prefix + 3 digits + suffix. The typical pattern is 1–2 letters + 3 digits + suffix (e.g., NH731P). For example, NH731P is Crystal Black Pearl, and NH830M is Lunar Silver Metallic.
Can I find my Honda paint code with just the VIN?+
Yes. The factory paint code is recorded against the VIN in Honda'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 Honda paint code and the color name?+
The color name (e.g., "Crystal Black Pearl") is marketing copy that Honda may reuse across model years with small formula changes. The paint code (NH731P) is tied to one specific formulation — it is what a paint supplier needs to mix an exact match.
How do I use my Honda 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 Honda finishes, a single touch-up pen won't match the depth; those need a base + mid-coat + clear process.
My Honda 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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