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Two drivers of Mercedes AMG cars file class action lawsuit over an alleged burn hazard in its logo

Two Mercedes-AMG drivers have filed a class action lawsuit alleging that the car's logo can burn skin.

By · Published August 11, 2026  07:52 UTC · Updated August 12, 2026  22:27 UTC

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  • Velocity & Diffusion: Coverage exploded across 7 distinct news outlets with 7 published articles, achieving a live velocity of 5.
  • Primary Driver: Two Mercedes-AMG drivers have filed a class action lawsuit alleging that the car's logo can burn skin.
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Two drivers of Mercedes-AMG cars have filed a class action lawsuit against the automaker. They allege that the logo on the front seats of their vehicles can burn skin. The lawsuit claims that the metallic AMG logo, which is embedded in the seats, can become hot enough to cause burns.

The drivers allege that the logo has left a half-metallic imprint on their skin. The drivers are seeking unspecified damages. The lawsuit does not specify how many drivers may be affected.

The automaker has not yet responded to the allegations. The lawsuit raises questions about the safety of the design and whether other drivers may have experienced similar issues.

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The obvious questions

What is the basis of the lawsuit?

The lawsuit alleges that the metallic AMG logo on the front seats of Mercedes-AMG cars can become hot enough to burn skin.

What damages are the drivers seeking?

The drivers are seeking unspecified damages.

Has Mercedes-AMG responded to the allegations?

The automaker has not yet responded to the allegations.

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