2018 AUDI A5

The vehicle is a 2018 Audi A5 Sportback, VIN WAUANCF57JA043205, with all-wheel drive, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and an automatic transmission. The vehicle was manufactured by Audi AG in Germany. The auction record identifies the vehicle as having a SALVAGE CERTIFICATE and lists REAR END as the primary damage. Stage 1 reports that the visible rear-end damage supports the stated REAR END classification; however, the SALVAGE CERTIFICATE status cannot be confirmed from the photos. The rear bumper cover is missing, exposing the bumper reinforcement, exhaust components, wiring, and inner body areas. The exposed rear bumper reinforcement has a pronounced downward-curved deformation across the rear of the vehicle. Both left and right rear lamp assemblies are missing, leaving open lamp cavities and visible wiring. The removed rear bumper cover is shown separately and has a crack in the central plastic section, with separated or loose attached components. Repair will require assessment and likely replacement of the rear bumper cover and both rear lamp assemblies, along with inspection of the deformed bumper reinforcement, exposed wiring, exhaust components, inner body structure, mounting points, and related rear-end systems. The available findings do not establish the condition of components that are not visible or confirm whether additional damage is present. NHTSA records list several recalls associated with 2018 Audi A5 vehicles, including recalls involving the passenger air-bag occupant-detection system, passenger air-bag mounting, front suspension fasteners, head-curtain air bags on applicable A5 Coupe vehicles, door-speaker trim on applicable A5 Sportback vehicles, and the passenger air-bag system related to the seat-heater/PODS connection. Recall completion status for this vehicle should be verified with Audi or an authorized dealer using the VIN before purchase or road use.