Where is the VIN number in Mercedes-Benz GLA (X156) (2014-2019)?

This guide shows where to locate the VIN/chassis number on the Mercedes-Benz GLA X156 produced between 2014–2019, including the hidden stamped VIN and the easier label locations.

Chassis Number Locations

1) Under front seat (stamped VIN on floor pan)

• Where to look: Slide the front seat all the way back and check the floor pan/cross-member under a pre-cut carpet flap. Lift the flap to reveal a plastic ventilation/air-duct cover—the VIN is stamped into the metal beneath or just behind that plastic housing.
• Access: Medium difficulty. It’s low, dark, and the thick carpet flap may not stay open while you’re trying to read the stamp (a small flashlight helps a lot).
• Note: The video shows a Right-Hand Drive car with the VIN under the front right seat. For Left-Hand Drive (US/EU) cars, check the front footwell/seat-floor area commonly on the passenger side, but also check the driver side if you don’t find it immediately.
• Tip: Because this spot is shadowy and awkward to read, use the Flashlight + OCR to scan the stamped VIN directly with your phone instead of trying to squint and write it down.

2) B-pillar / door jamb certification label (VIN sticker)

• Where to look: Open a front door and inspect the B-pillar/door jamb area for the Mercedes certification/VIN label (commonly on the driver side in US, often passenger side in EU/RoW).
• Access: Low difficulty. Eye-level, well-lit, and usually high-contrast print.
• Note: This label is great for quick confirmation, but it should match the stamped floor VIN.
• Tip: If you want to avoid misreading characters like B/8 or O/0, use the VIN scanner to capture it cleanly in one shot.

3) Windshield VIN plate (dashboard tag)

• Where to look: From outside the vehicle, look through the windshield at the lower corner on the driver side for the VIN plate visible through the glass.
• Access: Easy, but reflections and glare can make it annoying to read.
• Note: If the glass is dirty or heavily tinted, reading can be harder—try a different angle.
• Tip: If glare/reflections are blocking the view, capture the VIN instantly with your phone so you don’t transpose characters while trying to read it through the glass.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: Where is Benz GLA 200 CDI Chassis Number Location | Insurance Professor

▶ Watch Mercedes-Benz GLA VIN Location Guide

• Shows a POV walkthrough: open the front right door (RHD example), slide the seat back, lift the carpet flap, and reveal the stamped chassis/VIN near the plastic ventilation housing.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Too dark under the seat: Use a flashlight and change your viewing angle—seat rails and the dash throw heavy shadows onto the stamped metal.
• Carpet flap won’t stay open / plastic duct blocks view: Hold the flap up firmly and look under/behind the plastic ventilation housing to see the full stamp.
• Sticker vs. stamp mismatch: Door-jamb labels can be replaced—always verify the stamped floor VIN matches the label and paperwork before buying.

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