2023 MERCEDES-BENZ GLS 450 4MATIC

The auction lists the primary damage as “Front End.” Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports this auction damage classification. The lower front bumper assembly has severe damage. The lower center section of the bumper fascia is missing, leaving the cooling components and internal front-end components visibly exposed. Additional lower bumper plastic sections across the center and left side are broken and separated, with elongated pieces hanging below the vehicle and open gaps in the bumper assembly. A lower bumper trim component is also detached and hanging downward beneath the vehicle. The provided findings document visible front-end and bumper damage only. The condition of the exposed cooling components, internal front-end structure, sensors, wiring, and other systems should be physically inspected before purchase. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2023 Mercedes-Benz GLS-Class GLS 450 4MATIC SUV with all-wheel drive, a 3.0-liter turbocharged inline-six gasoline engine, and a nine-speed transmission. It was manufactured in the United States. Several NHTSA safety recalls are listed for the 2023 GLS 450, including fuel-pump shutdown concerns that may cause a loss of drive power, transmission-control software that may allow an engine stall, and a 48-volt ground connection that may overheat and increase fire risk. Recall completion status for this specific vehicle should be confirmed with Mercedes-Benz using the VIN before purchase.