Mercedes-AMG Seat Design Flaw: California Owner Files Lawsuit After Second-Degree Burns
Even though California's sunshine is lovely, the metal badge on a Mercedes AMG seat can turn into a "branding iron." Recently, two California car owners filed a class-action lawsuit against Mercedes, alleging that the metal emblem can cause severe skin burns after prolonged exposure to high temperatures, even leaving a brand logo mark on the skin.
■ Incident Cases and Injury Details
| Plaintiffs | Vehicle Model / Date | Diagnosis |
| Gabriel Lahijani | 2026 AMG E-Class / May 31 | Second-degree burns on the back, with a visible "AMG" mark left on the skin |
| Karendeep Bath | AMG Series Vehicle / Mid-July | Thermal contact burns on the shoulder, with the mark becoming more pronounced over time |
According to the lawsuit, the raised metal emblem easily comes into contact with the upper back or shoulders of occupants. A board-certified dermatologist confirmed that the injuries are consistent with thermal contact burns. The plaintiffs are seeking compensation from Mercedes for medical expenses and emotional distress, as well as covering the cost of removing the emblem for all affected car owners.
■ Mercedes' Recent Legal Troubles
This is not the first time Mercedes has faced such litigation in the North American market. Last December, Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler AG paid $149.6 million to settle a case involving more than 211,000 diesel vehicles equipped with illegal emissions-cheating software between 2008 and 2016.
