2018 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 350 GLE350

The auction record lists the vehicle’s condition as “Clear” and identifies “Rear” as the primary damage. However, the provided Stage 1 assessment states that the visible evidence contradicts the “Clear” condition claim: substantial rear-end damage is visible, including a missing rear bumper cover and missing left rear outer tail lamp assembly. The Stage 1 assessment also finds that the “Rear” damage code is supported. The painted rear bumper cover is missing across the rear of the vehicle, including the left and center sections and both rear corners. This leaves the bumper reinforcement, mounting hardware, brackets, exhaust components, and other lower rear components exposed. The left rear outer tail lamp assembly is also missing, leaving an open lamp cavity with internal mounting areas visible; yellow tape is present around the opening. The vehicle decodes as a 2018 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class GLE350 SUV with a 3.5-liter M276 gasoline V6 engine, automatic seven-speed transmission, and left-hand drive. The VIN data identifies manufacture by Mercedes-Benz of North America in the United States. The decoded data does not specify the drivetrain. Four NHTSA safety recalls are listed for this model and year. They concern communication-module software or activation issues affecting the emergency-call system, and a fuel-pump control-module issue involving possible water accumulation in the spare-tire well that could cause an engine stall. Recall 22V955000 specifically includes certain 2016–2018 GLE350 vehicles. Recall completion should be verified with Mercedes-Benz or an authorized dealer using the vehicle’s VIN. A physical inspection is recommended before purchase, including inspection of the exposed rear structure, mounting points, exhaust and lower rear components, wiring, the left tail-lamp cavity, and the spare-tire well. Replacement parts, proper alignment, and any concealed collision-related damage should also be assessed.