2020 MERCEDES-BENZ GLA 250 GLA250

The vehicle is listed with an auction primary-damage designation of Flood. However, Stage 1 reports that the visible exterior, interior, and dashboard photos show no horizontal tide line, water staining, silt or mud residue, mold-like discoloration, or visible corrosion on the shown interior components. The instrument cluster is illuminated and displays legible information, although multiple warning indicators are lit. Stage 1 concludes that the visible evidence does not support the unverified Flood claim and presents a mismatch with it. A physical inspection, including the electrical system, carpets, hidden areas, and underbody, is recommended before purchase. The visible damage consists of minor cosmetic scuffing on the lower-middle area of the visible-side front door, along with a separate light-colored paint scuff on the lower-middle area of the visible-side rear door. No other damage findings are provided. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2020 Mercedes-Benz GLA-Class GLA 250 sport utility vehicle, built in Germany. It is equipped with a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine, listed with 208 horsepower, and a seven-speed automated manual transmission. The decoded drivetrain information is not specified. NHTSA records list several recalls applicable to certain 2020 GLA 250 vehicles. These include communication-module software or activation issues affecting the emergency-call system, a panoramic-sunroof front-panel bonding issue on vehicles equipped with that roof, and a fuel-rail and injector issue that may cause a fuel leak. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Mercedes-Benz or an authorized dealer before purchase.