2023 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 350 GLE350

The auction lists the primary damage as “Left Side.” However, Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence does not support a left-side-only primary damage claim: damage is present at the left front door and fender area, but the vehicle also has extensive front-end damage and missing components on both front corners. The front bumper cover, grille, and central front fascia are missing, exposing the radiator and other front-end components. Both headlamp assemblies are absent, with mounting areas and wiring/connectors exposed. The left and right front fenders are also missing, exposing the inner fender areas, mounting structures, and wheel-side components. A detached bumper assembly, front lighting components, and a front fender were observed on the ground beside the vehicle. Both front doors have moderate lower-section damage. The left front door has a dent and horizontal crease with scuffing near the lower edge, while the right front door has a corresponding dent, crease, and lower-area scuff marks. The VIN decodes this vehicle as a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class GLE 350 SUV, manufactured in the United States. It is equipped with a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline four-cylinder engine rated at 255 horsepower and a nine-speed transmission. The decoded safety equipment includes forward collision warning, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assistance, dynamic brake support, pedestrian automatic emergency braking, and rear automatic emergency braking. Two applicable NHTSA recalls are listed for this model and year. Recall 23V880000 concerns a fuel pump that may shut down and cause a loss of drive power; the stated remedy is fuel-pump replacement. Recall 24V207000 concerns an improperly secured 48-volt ground connection under the passenger seat, which may overheat and increase fire risk; the stated remedy is inspection and tightening as necessary. The available information does not confirm whether either recall has been completed on this vehicle. Given the extent of the missing front-end components and exposed wiring and mechanical areas, a complete structural, cooling-system, electrical, restraint-system, and mechanical inspection is recommended before purchase or repair.