Where is the VIN number in Mercedes-Benz Klasa S (W222/V222/X222)?

This guide shows the VIN (chassis number) locations for the Mercedes-Benz S-Class W222/V222/X222 produced between 2014–2015, including the easiest scan points and the “hidden” stamped VIN used for verification.

Chassis Number Locations

1) Front footwell floor (under carpet flap, stamped in metal)

• Where to look: In the front footwell, on the vertical face of a metal cross-member beneath the front seat area. You’ll see a pre-cut flap in the carpet—lift it to expose the stamped VIN.
• Access: Kneel outside the car, slide your hand into the footwell, and lift the carpet flap. Expect very poor lighting and a tight angle; the stamping may appear upside down depending on how you’re viewing it.
• Note: On LHD (EU/US) cars this is commonly on the front passenger footwell, but if you don’t find it there, check the driver-side footwell (RHD cars often show it on the driver side).
• Tip: Because it’s deep in shadows and hard to hold steady, use ScanVin’s Flashlight + OCR to scan it directly with your phone camera instead of trying to read it upside down.

2) Windshield VIN plate (dashboard corner)

• Where to look: At the bottom corner of the windshield on the dashboard, readable from outside through the glass.
• Access: No tools—just look through the windshield, but reflections/glare can wash out the characters.
• Note: Market-dependent placement; on LHD vehicles it’s typically on the driver-side corner, but the key is the lower corner at the base of the glass.
• Tip: If glare makes the numbers disappear, capture the VIN instantly with ScanVin so you don’t mistype characters you can’t clearly see through reflections.

3) B-pillar certification label (door jamb sticker)

• Where to look: Open the front door and check the B-pillar label (a black sticker with white text) showing VIN plus weight/paint info.
• Access: Very easy access and usually good daylight; the only real issue is sticker wear (peeling/fading) on older cars or repainted door jambs.
• Note: Side varies by region/market—check the B-pillar with the front door open.
• Tip: This is high-contrast and scans well—use the free VIN reader to grab the VIN cleanly without manual transcription.

4) Engine bay stamp / number (model/variant dependent, not user-friendly)

• Where to look: Some variants may show a stamped number deep in the engine bay near the firewall/bell-housing area (the hybrid example is buried near high-voltage cabling).
• Access: Extreme difficulty—tight angles, heat, and poor visibility; not a practical first-choice VIN check.
• Note: Treat this as a secondary technical reference, not your primary identification point.
• Tip: If you must read a faint/hidden engine-bay stamp, scan it with your phone to avoid writing errors while working in an awkward position.

Video Guide

Video Tutorial: Mercedes S Class 350.2015.chasis / vin number. Location - YouTube

▶ Watch Mercedes-Benz Klasa S VIN Location Guide

• Shows the hidden floor VIN under the carpet flap in the front footwell on an RHD car (same method applies; side can vary by LHD/RHD).

Video Tutorial: Where is the VIN number on a Mercedes S Class? Where ... - YouTube

▶ Watch Mercedes-Benz Klasa S VIN Location Guide

• Walkthrough of three common VIN locations: windshield, B-pillar label, and the floor VIN under the carpet flap.

Common Problems & Troubleshooting

• “I can’t see the floor VIN.” It’s recessed in the footwell and shaded by the dash/seat—use a flashlight, and lift the carpet flap fully so you’re not reading at an angle.
• “The windshield VIN is unreadable.” Glare and reflections are common—change your viewing angle, shade the glass, and clean the lower windshield edge.
• Sticker warning: A B-pillar label can be missing, replaced, or damaged after bodywork—always cross-check the sticker VIN with the stamped floor VIN for verification.

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