2021 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 350 4MATIC

The vehicle is a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350, identified by VIN 4JGFB4KE3MA440620. NHTSA decoding identifies it as a gasoline-powered SUV with a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder M264 engine, turbocharging, and a nine-speed automatic transmission. It was manufactured in Vance, Alabama, USA. The auction record lists the vehicle as Salvage, with Left Side as the primary damage classification. These are auction designations rather than independently verified conclusions. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the stated left-side damage claim: the left front door has a large dent with multiple horizontal creases, and the left-side curtain airbag is visibly deployed. Stage 1 also considers the visible damage consistent with a salvage condition. The main observed damage is concentrated on the left side. The outer panel of the left front door has a large inward dent with moderate creasing and localized scuffing or paint transfer. A small chipped area and additional surface marks are visible near the upper section of the same door. A severe restraint-system issue is evident inside the vehicle. A large turquoise side-curtain airbag is deployed along the upper left side of the rear passenger compartment. The red airbag warning indicator is illuminated on the instrument cluster. The vehicle should not be considered road-ready until the complete restraint system, including the cause of deployment, associated sensors, wiring, control modules, and any affected interior components, has been professionally inspected and repaired. The available findings do not establish the condition of the underlying structure, suspension, doors, windows, or other systems. NHTSA records list several recalls applicable to the 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350. These include recalls involving the fuel pump, emergency-call/eCall communication software, rearview-camera display software, front acceleration-sensor wiring that may affect airbag deployment, instrument-cluster software, electronic stability-control software, LED headlight adjustment, rear door window trim, and air-conditioning drain hoses that may allow water into the passenger compartment. Recall campaign numbers include 23V880000, 21V058000, 22V365000, 21V354000, 24V724000, 20V089000, 21V071000, 21V509000, 22V680000, and 23V177000. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Mercedes-Benz or an authorized dealer before purchase and again after repairs.