2021 MERCEDES-BENZ GLB 250 GLB250

The auction records the vehicle’s condition as “Clear” and lists the primary damage as hail. However, Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence does not clearly support a classic hail-damage distribution: the hood, roof, and rear hatch appear largely smooth, while numerous marked shallow dents are concentrated on the vertical side doors and side body panels. The hail classification is therefore visibly mismatched according to that assessment. The documented exterior damage consists of numerous small, shallow dents across the side doors, lower side body panels, front-side fender, rear quarter panel, and areas around the rear hatch. Most are outlined with auction inspection markings. The visible paint remains intact, with no obvious cracking or chipping noted. A black plastic trim component with jagged broken edges and a detached silver-colored strip is lying beside the vehicle; its original location cannot be determined from the available findings. VIN decoding identifies this as a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLB-Class GLB 250 SUV, built in Mexico. It is equipped with a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder gasoline M260 engine, turbocharging, and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The decoded vehicle data lists front-wheel drive information as unavailable. NHTSA records provided for this model and year include recalls involving the emergency-call communication module software, rearview-camera or multimedia-system software, and a driver’s-door-lock microswitch. The reported remedies involve software updates or replacement of the affected door-lock component, where applicable. Recall completion and applicability to this individual VIN should be confirmed with Mercedes-Benz or NHTSA before purchase. A thorough physical inspection is recommended, including verification of the dent repairs, the source and fitment of the detached trim, paint condition, body-panel alignment, and operation of the rearview camera and electronic systems.