2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 350 4MATIC

The auction record identifies the vehicle as Salvage with “Rear” listed as the primary damage. The visible evidence supports the stated rear damage location through extensive damage and missing components at the rear; however, the salvage status itself cannot be confirmed from photographs alone. The 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 has severe damage concentrated across the rear of the vehicle. The rear bumper cover is missing, exposing the bumper reinforcement, mounting structures, exhaust components, and lower body area. The rear body panel below the liftgate has an irregular lower edge, with internal components visible where exterior bumper and trim pieces are absent. The liftgate outer panel is severely deformed, with multiple creases, crushed lower and right sections, uneven edges, and irregular gaps around the surrounding body panels and license-plate recess. Both rear quarter areas are also damaged. The right rear quarter panel and lamp mounting area have exposed openings, torn or missing trim, and irregular panel edges. The left rear quarter and tail-lamp mounting area show exposed mounting structures, missing exterior trim, and uneven edges around the wheel-arch and lamp area. The right rear lamp assembly is missing, leaving the lamp cavity and mounting holes exposed. The left rear lamp lens is extensively cracked and covered with clear tape. Additional damage includes scraped and abraded finish on the upper rear roof/spoiler area and lighter scrape marks on the upper liftgate around the badging and rear glass. According to the VIN decoding information, this is a GLE-Class SUV identified as a GLE350-4M, with a 3.5-liter gasoline six-cylinder engine, a seven-speed automatic transmission, and five seats. The vehicle was manufactured in the United States. The decoding information lists the drive type as 4M in the trim designation, although the NHTSA drivetrain field is not populated. NHTSA records list four safety recalls associated with this vehicle’s make, model, and year. These concern emergency-call communication software or activation issues, as well as a fuel-pump control-module issue related to possible water accumulation in the spare-tire wheel well. Recall 22V955000 specifically includes 2016–2018 GLE 350 vehicles and addresses inspection for water intrusion, installation of a drain plug, and replacement of the fuel-pump control unit if necessary. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Mercedes-Benz before purchase or operation. A comprehensive physical inspection and repair estimate are recommended, including examination of the rear body structure, bumper reinforcement and mounting points, liftgate hinges and latch, quarter panels, lighting wiring, exhaust components, water-intrusion points, and the vehicle’s safety systems. Recall repairs and any post-repair alignment or diagnostic requirements should also be confirmed.