Mercedes Benz M Class owners have reported 5 seats related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 2 most common seats problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's front seat heater/cooler (4 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's seats (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Front Seat Heater/cooler problems | |
| Seats problems |
When the seat heater was activated a burning smell filled the cabin. Some smoke came out of the lower, left side of the back of the driver's seat. The switch turned off on its own. There is a hole, approximately 3/4 in. In diameter on the seat. Read details...
Malfunction in the driver's seat back rest heating system caused melting of the upholstery and of the outer layer of the driver's car coat at the melted seat-back upholstery. No overt fire. Action taken: switched off seat heat. Bare wires visible inside the seat-back. Read details...