Where is the VIN number in Mercedes-Benz Klasa M (W164 [2006-2008])?

This guide shows where to find the VIN (chassis number) on the Mercedes-Benz Klasa M (W164) produced between 2006–2008, including the hidden chassis stamp and the easy-to-check label/plate locations.

Chassis Number Locations

Under Rear Seat (Right Side) – Floor Stamp

• Where to look: Under the rear right passenger seat, the VIN is stamped directly into the metal floor pan/chassis beam running front-to-back. There’s typically a pre-cut flap in the carpet covering it.
• Access: Fold/lift the rear seat bottom cushion forward, then lift the carpet flap to reveal the stamped characters. Expect poor lighting and some parts of the seat bracket/bar to partially block your viewing angle.
• Note: On LHD vehicles, this is on the right side of the vehicle (behind the front passenger seat).
• Tip: Because shadows make the stamp hard to read, use ScanVin.app to scan it directly with flashlight + OCR instead of guessing characters.

Lower B-Pillar / Door Jamb VIN Sticker

• Where to look: Open the front door and check the lower section of the B-pillar for a black manufacturer label with the VIN printed on it (side can vary by market).
• Access: No tools—just open the door and read the label. It’s usually high-contrast, but older stickers can be scuffed or peeling.
• Note: If you don’t see it on one side, check the other door jamb—market specs vary.
• Tip: This is an ideal target for phone scanning—use the free VIN reader to capture the code cleanly without misreading similar characters (5/S, 8/B, 0/O).

Windshield (Dashboard VIN Plate)

• Where to look: At the bottom corner of the windshield, look through the glass for the VIN plate on top of the dashboard.
• Access: No tools, but it can be awkward depending on glare and reflections.
• Note: If the glass is heavily tinted or dirty, readability drops fast.
• Tip: If glare makes it hard to copy, capture it instantly with your phone so you don’t transpose digits while squinting through reflections.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: Mercedes ML 2006 VIN Number location

▶ Watch Mercedes-Benz Klasa M VIN Location Guide

• Shows the exact process: lift the rear right seat base, peel back the carpet flap, and reveal the stamped VIN on the floor/chassis.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• Too dark under the rear seat: Use a flashlight and aim the light at a shallow angle across the stamping—this makes the characters “pop.”
• Carpet flap is stiff or won’t sit flat: Pry it up carefully with your fingers (or a plastic trim tool) so you don’t tear the edge, then press it back down after checking.
• Sticker VIN vs. chassis VIN mismatch: Door-jamb labels can be replaced—always confirm the stamped chassis VIN matches paperwork before buying.