2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250 4MATIC

The vehicle is a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250, listed by the auction with Salvage status and “Front End” as the primary damage. Stage 1 reports that the visible front-end damage supports the auction’s unverified primary-damage claim; however, salvage status cannot be confirmed from photographs alone. The front end has extensive collision damage. The front bumper cover, grille, front trim, and both headlamp assemblies are missing, exposing the bumper reinforcement, radiator and cooling components, wiring, and internal front structure. The hood is creased and deformed along its front edge and right-front corner. Both front fenders are damaged, with deformation near the headlamp openings and wheel arches. Plastic liner or fascia pieces are detached and hanging at both front corners, while electrical wiring and connectors are exposed and disconnected near the lower corners. Additional cosmetic damage includes light surface scuffs on both the left and right rear doors. No known failure-pattern flags were provided. NHTSA VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class sport utility vehicle manufactured in Germany. It is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline four-cylinder engine rated at 208 horsepower and a seven-speed automated manual transmission. The decoded trim is GLA250-4M; the drive type was not specified in the available decoding data. Several NHTSA recalls are listed for this make, model, and year. They concern the emergency-call communication system, possible inadvertent driver-airbag deployment, and bonding of the front roof panel on vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof. Recall completion status for this vehicle should be verified with Mercedes-Benz using the VIN before purchase. Given the extent of the front-end damage and exposed wiring and cooling components, a complete inspection of the structure, restraint systems, wiring, cooling system, and mechanical components will be necessary before repair or road use.