2021 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 350 GLE350

The auction lists the primary damage as “Front & Rear.” Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports this claim: substantial damage is visible at the front bumper and grille, with additional damage at the rear bumper. The most serious damage is concentrated across the front end. Large sections of the front bumper cover and lower fascia are broken or missing, and both front bumper corners are detached or displaced. The grille is severely broken, with displaced trim and broken material. The radiator and other components behind the bumper are exposed. A loose component with attached wiring is hanging below the front bumper area. The hood has multiple light surface scuffs. The rear bumper cover is cracked and displaced along its lower section. The right lower bumper corner has a large opening, broken material, and separated lower trim. Additional scuffing is present on the rear bumper, right rear corner, and lower edge of the liftgate. Light scuffs and marks are also visible on the side doors and rear quarter panel. The VIN decodes this vehicle as a 2021 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class GLE 350 SUV, built in the United States. It is equipped with a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder gasoline M264 engine, turbocharging, and a nine-speed automatic transmission. The drivetrain is not specified in the provided decode. The vehicle is identified as left-hand drive with two seating rows and five seats. NHTSA records list multiple recalls applicable to the 2021 GLE 350. These include recalls involving the fuel pump, emergency-call communication software, rearview-camera display software, front acceleration-sensor wiring that may affect air-bag deployment, instrument-cluster software, electronic stability-control software, LED headlight adjustment, rear window trim retention, and air-conditioning drain hoses that may allow water into the passenger compartment. The associated remedies generally involve dealer inspection, repair, replacement, or software updates at no charge. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Mercedes-Benz or an authorized dealer. The supplied findings document substantial front and moderate rear exterior damage, but they do not establish the condition of the vehicle’s mechanical systems, safety systems, structural components, cooling system, wiring, or drivability. A complete physical inspection and diagnostic scan are recommended before purchase.