2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 350 4MATIC

This 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE 350 is listed with Salvage title status and “Front End” as the auction’s primary-damage classification. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the stated Front End damage claim; however, the Salvage title status cannot be independently verified from exterior photographs. The front-end damage is severe. The complete front bumper cover, main grille, center fascia, lower fascia, grille structure, and much of the front-end trim are missing or broken. The bumper reinforcement, radiator area, headlamp mounting area, washer-fluid reservoir, support components, wiring, and other internal parts are exposed. The hood also has a raised, irregular deformation near its front edge and central-right area, including a sharp crease and chipped paint. Inside the vehicle, the front passenger seat cushion has a small tear or open seam, with red-colored material visible through the opening. The instrument cluster shows illuminated check-engine and tire-pressure warning indicators. These warnings require diagnostic testing before the vehicle can be considered mechanically or electronically roadworthy. The exposed front-end components should also be inspected for hidden damage, proper mounting, wiring condition, cooling-system integrity, lighting-system operation, and airbag or restraint-system faults. According to the VIN decode, this is a Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class SUV with the GLE350-4M/Base 4-M trim, a 3.5-liter naturally aspirated M276 V6 gasoline engine rated at 302 horsepower, and a seven-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle was manufactured in the United States and is configured with five seats and two rows. NHTSA records list several recalls associated with this model and year range. These include recalls concerning emergency-call communication-module software or activation, which may prevent or misdirect eCall emergency services, and a fuel-pump control-unit issue in certain 2016–2018 GLE350 vehicles, where water intrusion could lead to engine stalling. Recall applicability and completion should be confirmed by an authorized Mercedes-Benz dealer using the VIN, and any outstanding remedies should be completed before use.