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Mercedes FBS3 or FBS4? Chart by model

One question decides whether we can make your Mercedes key: FBS3 or FBS4.

Short answer
  • FBS3: we make keys at the car.
  • FBS4: keys only from Mercedes-Benz.
  • Most cars up to about 2014 are FBS3; most from about 2015 are FBS4.
  • Sprinter W906 (to 2018) mostly FBS3, W907 (2019+) FBS4.

Chart

ModelFBS3 (we do)FBS4 (dealer)
C-ClassW203, W204W205, W206
E-ClassW210, W211, most W212W213, W214
S-ClassW220, W221W222, W223
ML / GLEW163, W164, early W166later W166, W167
GL / GLSX164, early X166later X166, X167
GLC—X253 (2016 on)
SprinterW906 (most, to 2018)W907 (2019 on)

Transitions happened mid-generation on some models. We confirm before booking.

Why FBS4 is dealer only

FBS4 keys are made by Mercedes for each car. Independent tools can't reliably create them, so an honest locksmith sends you to the dealer.

Written by Key Monkey, European car key specialist in Marietta, GA. Updated October 23, 2026.

FAQ

Questions on this topic

Is a 2014 E350 FBS3?

Usually yes; we confirm from the build date.

Is a 2018 C300 FBS4?

Yes.

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