Two people have filed separate lawsuits against Mercedes-Benz, claiming they suffered second-degree burns when their skin came into contact with a metallic AMG logo embedded in the driver's seat.
According to a court document filed in California, Gabriel Lahijani and Karendeep Bath stated that the logo gets so hot in the sun that it causes visible burns on contact.
They alleged that "certain Mercedes AMG vehicles have a design defect where the raised metallic AMG logo is 'reasonably expected' to come in contact with a driver's upper back, neck or shoulder."
Mr Lahijani, a resident of Los Angeles, purchased a new 2026 Mercedes-AMG E-Class from an authorised dealership and claimed he was burned on his back while wearing a tank top. His dermatologist categorised the injury as first- and second-degree burns, describing the patient as being "AMG inscribed".
Ms Bath suffered a similar burn after getting into her parked car while wearing a sleeveless top, resulting in an injury to her shoulder. A few days later, the mark in the shape of the AMG logo "darkened and became visible on her skin, consistent with a thermal contact burn", according to court records.
Both drivers are demanding compensation from Mercedes for medical expenses, suffering, and emotional distress. They are also calling on the carmaker to cover the cost of removing the logo from other owners' vehicles.
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