2022 MERCEDES-BENZ S 500 4MATIC

The vehicle is listed with an auction primary-damage designation of “Left & Right Side.” However, Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence does not support a primary claim of only left- and right-side damage. The predominant visible damage is concentrated at the front end. The front bumper cover, grille, both headlamp assemblies, and both front fenders are missing. The front-end structure, radiator area, wiring, brackets, wheel-well areas, and other internal mounting components are exposed. The hood has visible creasing and deformation along its front edge and both front corners, with uneven gaps above the exposed fascia. Both front corners are missing additional bumper-cover sections and exterior trim. Detached bumper, grille, exterior-panel, trim, and headlamp components are shown laid out beside the vehicle. The rocker-panel moldings are missing on both the left and right sides, exposing their mounting points and the underlying lower body edges. The left front door interior trim panel is also absent, leaving the inner door structure and components exposed. A red airbag/SRS warning symbol is illuminated on the instrument cluster, indicating that the restraint system requires diagnostic inspection. According to the VIN decode, this is a 2022 Mercedes-Benz S-Class S 500 4MATIC sedan, VIN W1K6G6DB2NA154494. It is equipped with a 3.0-liter turbocharged six-cylinder gasoline engine, a nine-speed automatic transmission, and all-wheel drive. The vehicle was manufactured by Mercedes-Benz Cars in Germany. NHTSA recall records identify several recalls associated with this model and year, including two fuel-pump recalls involving possible loss of drive power, a communication-module software recall that may restrict or disable the emergency-call system, and a front-brake-hose recall involving possible brake-fluid leakage. Recall completion should be verified with Mercedes-Benz using the VIN before purchase. Given the extent of the missing front-end components and the illuminated SRS warning, a comprehensive inspection of the body structure, cooling system, wiring, driver-assistance systems, restraint system, and mechanical components is essential before repair or operation.