Safety

As it should be, the M-Class is full of standard safety features like an electronic stability system, antilock brakes, traction control, side curtain airbags, and side-impact airbags for the front and rear seats.

The M-Class has earned the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety's Top Safety Pick award, which is the institute's top safety designation earned by high marks in frontal-, side- and rear-impact crash tests. To date, the only other luxury SUVs in this class to earn that designation are the Acura MDX and Volvo XC90.

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    Vehicle operation outside the USA and Canada
    If you plan to operate your vehicle in foreign countries, please be aware that: service facilities or replacement parts may not be readily available. unleaded fuel for vehicles with a catalytic ...

    Safety systems
    Problem Possible causes/consequences and •► Solutions (USA only) (Canada only) The red brake system warning lamp comes on while the engine is running. A warning ...

    Rear fog lamp
    - To switch on the rear fog lamp: turn the SmartKey in the ignition lock to position 2 or start the engine. - Turn the light switch to or or . If the light switch is set to or , the rear ...