Mercedes-Benz E-Class Quiz
Safety

Pets in the vehicle

In this manual: Safety
Introduction — 5At a glance — 6Safety — 25Opening and Closing — 17Seats, steering wheel and mirrors — 12Lights and windshield wipers — 11Climate Control — 11Driving and parking — 44On-board computer and displays — 29Stowing and Useful Information. Good to Know — 1Stowing and Useful Information. Storage Options — 10Stowage and convenience features. Convenience features — 7Maintenance and care — 11Roadside assistance — 13Wheels and tires — 13Technical data — 13
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In the Mercedes E-Class (4th generation W212, 2009–2016), not only people but also animals are regarded as valued passengers. This article explains in detail how to transport your pets safely and what hazards unsecured animals can pose in an accident. Practical tips help you make every journey stress-free and safe for all occupants.

WARNING

If you leave animals unattended or unsecured in the vehicle, they can, for example, press buttons or switches.

This allows them to
  • Activate vehicle equipment and, for example, become trapped
  • switch systems on or off and thereby endanger other road users.

In addition, unsecured animals can be thrown around the vehicle during an accident or sudden steering or braking maneuvers, injuring vehicle occupants. There is a risk of accident and injury!

Never leave animals unattended in the vehicle. Always secure animals properly while driving, for example with a suitable pet transport box.

The Mercedes E-Class W212 (model years 2009–2016) takes into account the safety not only of vehicle occupants but also of any pets being carried. Transporting animals requires suitable restraint systems, such as pet transport boxes, to prevent accidents or injuries.

A properly secured pet protects not only the animal itself but also the other occupants. Mercedes expressly recommends never leaving animals unattended in the vehicle, as a contribution to greater safety and responsibility in road traffic.

In this way, the E-Class shows how comprehensively safety is built into its concept, from technology through to the carrying of animals.

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