2021 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250 4MATIC

The auction lists the primary damage as rear. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports this claim: the rear bumper cover and multiple rear trim components are missing, with visible damage to lower rear components and the liftgate area. The rear bumper cover is missing across the full width, exposing the underlying rear body structure, wiring, mounting points, and lower components. At the lower rear center, a silver heat shield or protective panel is torn, folded, and hanging below the body. The lower rear liftgate has an uneven, indented contour above the exposed bumper area. Trim and bumper-side components are missing at both the left and right rear corners, leaving mounting brackets and attachment points exposed. Exterior trim is also absent along both upper edges of the liftgate, with exposed metal and fastener holes visible. In the cabin, the front passenger seat cushion has a large area of torn or peeled upholstery on its outer upper surface. The VIN identifies this vehicle as a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class GLA250-4M SUV, built in Germany. It is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine, a seven-speed automatic transmission, and standard safety features including ABS, electronic stability control, traction control, blind-spot monitoring, and a rear visibility system. NHTSA records list several recalls for certain 2021 GLA250 vehicles, including recalls involving the emergency-call communication system and rearview-camera display or software. A later recall record concerns the driver’s door-lock microswitch and potential automatic parking-brake or Auto-Park operation. Recall applicability and completion should be confirmed by VIN with Mercedes-Benz or NHTSA before purchase.