2024 MERCEDES-BENZ E 350

The auction lists the primary damage as front-end damage. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports this classification, with severe damage to the hood, bumper, grille, headlamp areas, and front corner body panels. The hood has multiple severe creases and dents across its front section, and its leading edge is raised and uneven. The front bumper cover is cracked, crushed, torn, and detached along the lower edge and both corners. The grille mesh and surrounding trim are broken and displaced, leaving a large opening in the center. Both front headlamp assemblies are missing, leaving open cavities with exposed mounting areas and, on the left side, visible wiring. The front right corner body panel and adjacent bumper area are severely crushed and torn, with internal components exposed and plastic sections separated. The front right fender has moderate deformation, including creasing and a broken, irregular edge around the missing headlamp area. Detached and damaged front-end components, including plastic panels, grille sections, and lamp-related parts, are also visible on the ground. Based on the VIN decode, this is a 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class sedan, E 350 4MATIC, built in Germany. It is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine, a nine-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive. NHTSA records list three recalls applicable to this vehicle model and year. Recall 24V688000 concerns MBUX software that may deactivate certain systems, including automatic cross-traffic braking; the remedy is a software update. Recall 24V115000 concerns incorrectly manufactured 80-amp fuses that may cause loss of drive power or safety functions and increase fire risk; the remedy is replacement of the main fuse boxes. Recall 25V240000 concerns unsecured 12-volt and 48-volt ground connections that may overheat and increase the risk of fire; the remedy is inspection and repair as necessary. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Mercedes-Benz before purchase. The provided findings document extensive visible front-end collision damage. They do not establish the condition of the engine, transmission, electrical systems, cooling system, suspension, steering, airbags, structural components, or vehicle operation. A comprehensive physical inspection and diagnostic assessment are recommended before purchase.