Where is the VIN number in Mercedes-Benz Klasa E (W213)?

This guide covers the VIN (chassis number) locations on the Mercedes-Benz E-Class W213, produced between 2016–2021, including the common “quick check” VIN and the harder-to-reach stamped chassis VIN used for verification.

Chassis Number Locations

Under the front seat (floor cross-member, stamped VIN)

• Where to look: In the front footwell floor area under the front seat, on a metal cross-member. Access is through a pre-cut flap in the carpet/floor mat; the VIN is stamped into painted metal.
• Access: Slide the seat back, lift the carpet flap, and aim light across the stamp to make the characters pop. Expect poor lighting and low contrast because the metal is body-colored/painted.
• Note: The video shows an RHD car with the floor VIN on the right side. For LHD cars, start by checking the front footwell floor (commonly on the passenger side for LHD vehicles, but check the driver side footwell if not found).
• Tip: Because this area is shadowed by the carpet and seat rails, use the Flashlight + OCR to scan it directly with your phone instead of guessing characters while crouched in the cabin.

B-pillar certification label (VIN sticker)

• Where to look: Open the front door and check the lower B-pillar for a black sticker label with white VIN text (often also shows paint code and weight limits).
• Access: No tools—just open the door and read it; lighting is usually good, but the lower pillar can be shadowed in a garage.
• Note: The report indicates passenger-side B-pillar for LHD and driver-side B-pillar for RHD (market rules vary, so if you don’t see it, check the other side).
• Tip: This label is high-contrast and scans cleanly—use the camera OCR to use the free VIN reader and avoid mistyping a 17-digit code.

Windshield / dashboard VIN (quick-view)

• Where to look: From outside the car, look at the bottom corner of the windshield where the VIN is visible through the glass.
• Access: No tools; best viewed in daylight, but reflections can wash it out.
• Note: This is the fastest “walk-up” check and should match the stamped floor VIN.
• Tip: If glare/reflections make it hard to read, move your angle slightly and capture it with your phone so you don’t transpose similar characters (0/O, 1/I).

Engine bay (engine number / stamped ID on engine block)

• Where to look: In the engine bay, the video demonstrates the engine number stamped on a machined flat surface on the engine block (deep in the bay near hoses/wiring).
• Access: Tight access and awkward angles; you’ll likely need strong light and patience to line up your camera.
• Note: This is typically the engine serial/number, not the 17-digit VIN—don’t confuse the two during inspection paperwork.
• Tip: Because it’s buried and hard to photograph cleanly, use zoom/focus and scan it with your phone to avoid copying errors while leaning over the fender.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: MERCEDES BENZ E350e (W213) 2017 CHASSIS NUMBER LOCATION & M274 ENGINE NUMBER LOCATION

▶ Watch Mercedes-Benz Klasa E VIN Location Guide

• Shows the hidden floor stamped VIN under the carpet flap (RHD example) and demonstrates where the engine number is stamped on the M274 engine.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Can’t read the floor VIN: The stamp is painted and low-contrast; rake a flashlight across it (side-lighting) and wipe dust off the metal before scanning.
• Carpet flap won’t lift cleanly: Slide the seat further back, then pry/lift the pre-cut flap carefully—don’t tear the carpet backing.
• Sticker VIN doesn’t prove identity: The B-pillar label can be replaced or peeled—always cross-check it against the stamped floor VIN (and windshield VIN where fitted).

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