2019 MERCEDES-BENZ GLE 400 4MATIC

The auction record lists the vehicle’s condition as “Clear” and identifies “Right Rear” as the primary damage. Stage 1’s photo review contradicts the “Clear” condition designation. It finds that the right-rear damage claim is only partially supported: rear damage is clearly visible, but the damage extends across the rear bumper area and includes visible damage to the left rear quarter, rather than being confined to the right rear. The rear bumper cover is completely missing, exposing the bumper reinforcement, mounting brackets, lower components, and wiring. The removed bumper cover is visibly torn and broken, with separated mounting points and deformed plastic sections. Electrical wiring and connectors are hanging below both sides of the rear bumper area. A metallic heat-shield-like panel is also hanging below the rear bumper and exhaust area. These components should be inspected for damage, correct routing, and proper attachment before the vehicle is operated. The left rear quarter window glass is missing, leaving the window opening and surrounding trim exposed. The left rear quarter panel is deformed and creased around the tail-lamp surround and upper wheel-arch area, with the deformation extending toward the wheel arch. Multiple light scuff marks are also visible on this panel. The available findings do not establish the condition of concealed structural, suspension, exhaust, electrical, or safety-system components; a comprehensive physical inspection is recommended. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2019 Mercedes-Benz GLE-Class GLE 400 SUV with all-wheel drive, a turbocharged 3.0-liter six-cylinder gasoline engine, and a nine-speed automatic transmission. The VIN is 4JGDA5GB3KB214650, and the vehicle was manufactured in the United States. NHTSA records list four recalls associated with this model and year. These include three campaigns involving the emergency-call communication system software or activation, and one campaign concerning possible water accumulation in the spare-tire well that could damage the fuel-pump control unit and potentially cause an engine stall. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Mercedes-Benz before purchase, and any outstanding campaigns should be completed by an authorized dealer.