2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 350 4MATIC

The auction record lists the vehicle’s condition as “Clear” and the primary damage as “Front End.” However, Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence contradicts the “Clear” condition claim because extensive front-end collision damage is present. Stage 1’s assessment supports the “Front End” damage classification. The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 has severe damage concentrated at the front of the vehicle. The hood is extensively crushed and creased across the front and both sides, with the front edge bent upward. A sharply raised and folded section is also visible above the right headlamp, creating uneven gaps between the hood, fender, headlamp, and bumper. The front bumper cover is severely cracked, torn, deformed, and displaced. Sections of the bumper are detached, exposing internal components and mounting areas, particularly around the lower right corner. The lower grille is broken and incomplete, while the central emblem insert is missing and the surrounding grille trim is displaced. The right lower bumper corner trim is missing, and the left lower corner trim is detached and hanging outward. The front right fender edge is deformed near the hood and headlamp, with an irregular panel gap. The supplied findings describe visible exterior damage only. The condition of the underlying structure, cooling system, lighting, sensors, airbags, restraint systems, wiring, suspension, steering, and engine-bay components cannot be confirmed from these findings and should be checked through a comprehensive physical inspection before purchase or repair. Factory data identifies this vehicle as a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class SUV, VIN 4JGDA5HB3JB117462, with the GLE350-4M trim, a 3.5-liter M276 six-cylinder gasoline engine, and a seven-speed automatic transmission. It was manufactured in the United States. NHTSA records list four recalls associated with the 2018 GLE 350/model range: campaigns 21V058000 and 22V365000 concerning communication-module software and emergency-call functionality; campaign 21V072000 concerning possible deactivation of the emergency-call system; and campaign 22V955000 concerning water intrusion and the fuel-pump control unit, with a possible engine stall risk. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Mercedes-Benz or an authorized dealer before operation.