2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250 GLA250

The auction lists the primary damage as rear. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports this claim, with extensive damage to the rear liftgate and bumper assembly. The lower rear liftgate is severely crushed inward, with deep creases, sharp folds, paint scuffing, distorted panel contours, and an irregular lower edge around the license-plate area and right side. The rear bumper cover is severely deformed, torn, displaced, and heavily scraped across the lower center and both sides, particularly the right side. Sections of the lower bumper cover are missing or displaced, exposing the bumper reinforcement and internal components. A lower bumper insert or trim/grille piece on the left side is detached and hanging below the vehicle. The right rear bumper corner also shows moderate deformation, displaced edges, and scuffing. The VIN decodes this vehicle as a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLA250/GLA-Class SUV, built in Rastatt, Germany. It is equipped with a turbocharged 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine and a seven-speed automated manual transmission. The decoder identifies front airbags, side airbags for the first and second rows, curtain airbags, and seat-belt pretensioners and load limiters; it does not provide a drive-type designation. NHTSA records list the following recalls applicable to certain vehicles in this model and year range: recalls concerning the emergency-call communication module software or activation, a potential driver-airbag deployment issue, and the bonding of the front roof panel on vehicles equipped with a panoramic sunroof or following a prior repair. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Mercedes-Benz or an authorized dealer before purchase. No inspection findings were provided for the roof, airbags, communication system, or mechanical components.