Holes near passenger seat

[astrix]

Need some help. Just bought a 2015 Genesis 3.8. For life of me, I can't figure out what these holes are for. Any insight on this is greatly appreciated.

 

[Mr. Incredible]

there is a plastic cover that is supposed to go over that, that snaps into the holes. part number 84268-2F500

here is an image:



if you pull the carpet back where it is sliced between the holes you will see your VIN stamped into the chassis. This is a new Federal requirement that I believe went into effect in 2017, but car manufacturers that were not changing or updating their models prior to the compliance date started rolling it out in 2014/2015.

My last 3 vehicles had this, though Lexus did a better job of hiding it than Genesis has. The point I guess is to be able to identify stolen cars/parts, you might note your VIN is now stamped on all parts, doors, trunks, hood, etc.

Some companies like Genesis use those special decals that tear when removed, like license plate registration stickers, others like Toyota/Lexus actually stamp the VIN into the steel.