2018 MERCEDES-BENZ CLA 250 4MATIC

The auction lists the primary damage as **Front End**. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports this claim: the front bumper cover and grille are missing, front-end components are exposed, and multiple fascia and headlamp mounting areas show damage or separation. The front bumper cover and grille assembly are absent, exposing the bumper reinforcement, radiator, condenser, cooling components, and inner front-end structure. Lower front trim, air-deflector parts, and other black plastic components are missing, broken, detached, or hanging below the cooling stack. The detached bumper and grille pieces show torn and broken sections, damaged mounting edges, and heavy scuffing. Both headlamp areas show separation from the surrounding bodywork, with open gaps and exposed mounting points. The right headlamp also has visible gaps along its lower and outer edges. The findings indicate substantial front-end collision damage. Hidden damage to the cooling system, supports, wiring, lighting systems, sensors, or structural components cannot be determined from these findings and should be checked during a physical inspection before repair or purchase. The VIN decodes as a 2018 Mercedes-Benz CLA-Class sedan, identified as a CLA250-4MATIC trim, with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine and a seven-speed automated manual transmission. The vehicle was manufactured in Hungary. NHTSA records list several recalls associated with this vehicle and model range. These include recalls concerning the communication module and emergency-call functionality, a potential driver-airbag deployment issue, and the bonding of the front roof panel on vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Mercedes-Benz or an authorized dealer before the vehicle is operated.