Where is the VIN number in Mercedes-Benz Klasa S (C217/A217)?

This guide shows you where to find the VIN (Vehicle Identification Number) on the Mercedes-Benz Klasa S (C217/A217) produced between 2014–2015, including the hidden stamped chassis VIN shown in the videos.

Chassis Number Locations

Under-front-seat carpet flap (chassis stamped VIN)

• Where to look: In the front footwell floor, directly in front of the front seat and just forward of the seat rail. Find the pre-cut rectangular flap in the carpet, lift it, then flip/remove the black plastic cover/frame underneath (it has small clip sections). The VIN is stamped into the metal chassis cross-member below.
• Access: You’ll be kneeling outside the car and leaning into the footwell. It’s extremely dark in the recess and the VIN sits deep under carpet + thick sound insulation. You must manipulate the plastic cover after lifting the carpet flap.
• Note: The videos show RHD cars (steering wheel on the right). On LHD cars, the physical placement is typically mirrored—use this safe approach: check 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 dark and cramped, use the flashlight and OCR to scan it directly with your phone instead of trying to read and write down characters at an awkward angle.

Windshield VIN plate (dashboard)

• Where to look: At the bottom corner of the windshield, where the VIN is visible through the glass from outside.
• Access: No tools—just look through the glass from outside the vehicle.
• Note: If reflections are heavy, change your viewing angle or shade the glass with your hand.
• Tip: If glare/reflections make characters hard to read, capture the VIN instantly with the VIN scanner to avoid transcription mistakes.

B-pillar / door jamb certification label (equipment label)

• Where to look: Typically on a B-pillar/door jamb label near the striker area (commonly a black label with white text).
• Access: Open the door and inspect the pillar/jamb area closely.
• Note: This label location is common on Mercedes, but it was not clearly confirmed in the provided footage—use it as a secondary check, not your primary.
• Tip: If you find the label but the print is small, scan the VIN with your camera rather than manually copying it.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: 2015 Mercedes Benz S63 AMG Coupe Stamped Vin Number Location

▶ Watch Mercedes-Benz Klasa S VIN Location Guide

• Shows where the carpet flap is in the front footwell and how deep the stamped VIN sits under the trim.

Video Tutorial: 2016 Mercedes Benz S500 Stamped Vin Number Location

▶ Watch Mercedes-Benz Klasa S VIN Location Guide

• Shows the “how” part—lifting the flap and dealing with the plastic cover/clips that hide the stamped numbers.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• You lifted the carpet but only see black plastic: That’s normal—there’s a secondary plastic cover/frame under the flap. Pry/flip it open to expose the stamped metal.
• VIN is unreadable because it’s too dark and recessed: Use a strong light and hold the camera steady; this spot is deep under insulation and shadows.
• Sticker VIN doesn’t match the stamped VIN: Treat that as a red flag—stickers can be replaced. The stamped chassis VIN is the one you should trust most for identity checks.