Where is the VIN number in Mercedes-Benz Klasa E (W212) [2010-2015]?

This guide covers where to find the VIN (chassis number) on the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W212, produced between 2010–2015.

Chassis Number Locations

Front floor (under front seat) — primary chassis stamp

• Where to look: Slide the front passenger seat all the way back and locate the pre-cut flap in the carpet in the footwell area. Lift the carpet flap; underneath there’s often a secondary plastic cover or hard foam block—lift that to reveal the VIN stamped into the metal body/cross-member.
• Access: Tight and dark under the seat. You’ll mainly need a good light; no tools are usually required beyond your hands to lift the flap/foam.
• Note: On LHD cars this is commonly on the front right (passenger) side. On RHD cars it mirrors to the front left (passenger) side. If you don’t find it on the passenger side, check the opposite front footwell.
• Tip: Because the stamping sits in shadows, use your phone light and scan it directly with ScanVin.app’s flashlight + OCR instead of trying to read and write it down under the seat.

B-pillar (door jamb) — certification label/sticker

• Where to look: Open the front passenger door and check the lower B-pillar area for the black VIN/weights/paint sticker.
• Access: Easy access, but the sticker can be scratched, peeling, or glossy, depending on age and use.
• Note: On RHD cars, this label is typically on the left (passenger) side instead.
• Tip: If glare or wear makes characters hard to read, use the free VIN reader to capture the VIN cleanly without transcription mistakes.

Digital instrument cluster (hidden menu VIN display)

• Where to look: The VIN can be displayed in the instrument cluster hidden/service menu (Vehicle Data → VIN). This is accessed with a specific steering-wheel button combination while the key is in position 1 (as demonstrated in the video guide).
• Access: Not physically difficult, but it’s procedure-dependent (button sequence matters).
• Note: This is best used as a cross-check against the stamped chassis VIN and pillar label.
• Tip: If you’re comparing multiple VIN sources quickly, scan the physical VIN with your phone and then confirm it matches what the cluster displays.

Engine bay (firewall/bulkhead) — secondary spot on some cars

• Where to look: Some W212s may have a VIN plate/stamp in the engine bay on the firewall/bulkhead (often center or passenger side).
• Access: Engine bays can be dirty and crowded; visibility varies by engine/trim.
• Note: This is not the main focus for W212 identification in the inspected footage—the under-seat floor stamp is the primary structural VIN to prioritize.
• Tip: If the area is dusty or the stamping is faint, try ScanVin.app’s AI scanning so you can capture characters without scrubbing and guessing.

Video Guide

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▶ Watch Mercedes-Benz Klasa E VIN Location Guide

• Shows the B-pillar label, the under-seat floor VIN, and a full walkthrough of the instrument-cluster hidden menu VIN display.

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▶ Watch Mercedes-Benz Klasa E VIN Location Guide

• Quick, clear clip on an RHD car showing the B-pillar sticker and the carpet flap lift to reveal the floor-stamped VIN.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Can’t see the under-seat stamping: It’s normal—this spot is dark and recessed. Slide the seat fully back, lift the carpet flap, then lift the foam/plastic cover and shine a light directly onto the metal.
• B-pillar sticker is damaged or reflective: Old stickers can peel/scratch and sunlight can cause glare; use the stamped floor VIN as your primary confirmation.
• Warning about sticker validity: The door-jamb sticker is not proof on its own (it can be replaced). Always verify the stamped chassis VIN matches all other VIN displays/labels before buying.

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