2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250 4MATIC

The auction record lists the primary damage as “Right Side.” However, Stage 1’s photo-based assessment states that the visible evidence does not support this claim: the clearly visible damage is concentrated on the left front side and front end, with no comparable right-side damage visible. The left front of the vehicle has severe collision damage. The left front fender and headlamp assembly are missing, exposing the wheel, inner wheel-well area, headlamp opening, and adjacent internal components. The left front door is also absent, leaving the door opening and hinge-side body structure exposed. Visible creasing and deformation are present around the lower front door opening and the front portion of the rocker area. The left side of the front bumper cover is detached, with a large open gap and damaged edges around the missing fender and headlamp area. There is also a substantial opening in the left front fascia where exterior components are absent, exposing dark internal areas behind the bumper and grille region. The available findings do not establish the condition of the mechanical, suspension, steering, restraint, electrical, or cooling systems, so these areas require a thorough physical inspection before purchase or repair planning. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class/GLA 250 SUV, built in Germany. The decoded specifications include a turbocharged 2.0-liter gasoline four-cylinder engine, a seven-speed automated manual transmission, and front and side airbags with seat-belt pretensioners and load limiters. The VIN record also lists the trim as GLA250-4M, although the decoded drive-type field is not specified. NHTSA records list several recalls associated with the 2020 GLA 250, including communication-module software or activation issues affecting the emergency-call system, a panoramic-sunroof front-panel bonding issue on applicable vehicles, and a fuel-rail and injector issue that may cause a fuel leak. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Mercedes-Benz, particularly before operating the vehicle after repairs.