2017 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250 4MATIC

The 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA 250 is listed by the auction with Salvage condition and Front End as the primary damage. Stage 1 reports that the visible front-end collision damage supports the unverified Front End primary-damage claim; however, the salvage status cannot be confirmed from photographs alone. The front bumper cover, grille, surrounding upper fascia, and both headlamp assemblies are missing. This leaves the front reinforcement, radiator assemblies, lower air ducting, wiring, and radiator area exposed. The lower black fascia is broken and displaced, with separated sections and an uneven lower edge. Wiring and electrical connectors are exposed and hanging at the front-right corner. The front-right fender has severe deformation around the headlamp and wheel-arch area, with an open damaged section. The front-left fender and corner trim are also damaged, with missing outer components and exposed internal parts. The front portion of the hood is creased and deformed, with chipped paint near its leading edge. The available findings describe substantial front-end collision damage. A physical inspection should assess the underlying structure, reinforcement, radiator and cooling components, suspension and steering areas, wiring, lighting systems, and safety-system operation before repair or road use. The provided findings do not confirm the condition of components that are not visible. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2017 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class GLA 250 4MATIC, an all-wheel-drive SUV with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine. The decoded VIN is WDCTG4GB7HJ319080. The vehicle was manufactured by Mercedes-Benz Cars in Germany. NHTSA records show several recalls associated with this make, model, and year. Recall 17V627000 concerns possible unintended driver-airbag deployment caused by insufficient grounding of the steering components; the remedy involves adding grounding. Recalls 21V058000 and 22V365000 concern communication-module software that may cause the emergency-call system to provide an incorrect location or fail to connect to the emergency call center; software updates are the stated remedies. Recall 21V072000 concerns possible deactivation of the communication module during service, with inspection and reactivation as needed. Recalls 21V197000 and 23V854000 concern bonding of the front roof panel on vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof and, in the later campaign, vehicles affected by a prior repair; the stated remedy is replacement or correction of the panel installation. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Mercedes-Benz or an authorized dealer.