2026 MERCEDES-BENZ GLC 300 GLC300 4MATIC

The vehicle is listed by the auction as salvage with “Right Side” recorded as the primary damage. However, the Stage 1 photo review found that the visible evidence contradicts this claim: substantial missing-part and deformation damage is present on the left side, while the available right-side views show no comparable visible damage. The left front and left rear doors are missing, exposing the inner door structures and lower side body area. The left rocker panel and lower door-sill area have pronounced inward deformation, multiple creases, and visibly distorted metal, representing severe damage to the lower side structure. The remaining lower body panel beside the front door opening also has a large inward dent with visible creasing. A red occupant-restraint/airbag warning symbol is illuminated on the instrument cluster. The available finding does not establish the cause of the warning or the condition of the restraint system. The extent of the side impact and the warning indicator make a comprehensive inspection of the body structure, doors, wiring, airbags, pretensioners, sensors, and related safety systems essential before repair or operation. The VIN decodes as a 2026 Mercedes-Benz GLC-Class SUV, trim GLC 300 4MATIC, manufactured by Mercedes-Benz AG in Bremen, Germany. It is equipped with a 2.0-liter gasoline M254 four-cylinder engine, listed at 255 horsepower, with a turbocharger and nine-speed transmission. Factory safety equipment includes front and side airbags, curtain protection, seat-belt pretensioners and load limiters, ABS, electronic stability control, forward-collision warning, dynamic brake support, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and parking sensors. NHTSA records identify three recalls associated with applicable 2026 GLC vehicles. Recall 25V533000 concerns steering-coupling bolts that may loosen and cause loss of steering control; the remedy is dealer inspection and tightening as necessary. Recall 26V172000 concerns the center rear seat belt’s child-restraint protection function on certain GLC 300 vehicles; the remedy is inspection and replacement as necessary. Recall 26V281000 concerns the infotainment control unit potentially resetting and causing the instrument-panel display to go blank; the remedy is a software update. Recall completion and applicability should be confirmed by checking this VIN with Mercedes-Benz or NHTSA.