2021 MERCEDES-BENZ GLB 250 GLB250

The auction lists the primary damage as rear. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports this claim: the rear liftgate is dented and creased, the rear bumper cover is missing, and the right rear corner and tail-lamp area are damaged. Additional visible damage is present at the front left corner and around the wheel-arch trim. The rear has substantial collision damage. The lower and right sections of the liftgate have a broad inward deformation with multiple creases and scraped paint. The rear bumper cover and lower rear fascia trim are missing, exposing the underlying bumper structure, wiring, brackets, and other lower components. The right rear outer tail lamp is absent, and the surrounding right rear quarter corner has exposed inner bodywork, open panel areas, and visibly deformed metal. Scrapes and paint scuffs are also visible on the right rear quarter and lower liftgate. At the front, the left headlamp assembly is missing, leaving an open cavity, and the outer left section of the front bumper cover is absent. The Mercedes-Benz grille emblem is missing. Wheel-arch cladding is absent at all four corners, with mounting strips and attachment points exposed around the front and rear wheels. Several light horizontal scuffs are visible on the lower-middle area of the left front door. Detached parts on the ground include rear and front lamp assemblies, a rear bumper assembly, bumper trim pieces, and Mercedes-Benz emblems. The VIN decodes this vehicle as a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class GLB250 SUV, manufactured in Mexico. It is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline four-cylinder M260 engine and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The decoded information identifies 18-inch wheels, but does not specify the drivetrain. NHTSA records provided for this model and year list recalls 21V058000 and 22V365000 concerning communication-module software and emergency eCall operation, recalls 21V354000 and 22V232000 concerning rearview-camera display functionality, and recall 26V481000 concerning the driver’s door-lock microswitch and automatic parking-brake or Auto-Park operation. Recall completion and applicability to this specific vehicle should be confirmed with Mercedes-Benz or NHTSA. Given the missing exterior components, exposed wiring and structures, severe rear deformation, and damage at both ends of the vehicle, a comprehensive inspection is recommended before purchase. This should include the body structure, lighting and wiring systems, rearview-camera and safety systems, suspension and alignment, and mechanical components. The provided findings do not establish the vehicle’s operational or roadworthy condition.