2018 AUDI Q5

The auction records list the vehicle as having a “Clear” condition and “Hail” as the primary damage. Stage 1’s photo-based assessment states that the visible evidence does not support the Hail claim: the roof, hood, and rear liftgate appear largely smooth, without a dense pattern of small shallow dents on the horizontal panels. Stage 1 also notes that the missing rear liftgate glass is inconsistent with the stated Clear condition. The most significant documented issue is the absence of the rear liftgate glass. Broken glass fragments and remaining glass are visible around the perimeter of the opening. This is classified as severe collision damage and will require replacement of the glass, with careful inspection of the liftgate, surrounding trim, wiring, seals, and interior for related damage or remaining fragments before the vehicle is operated. Light horizontal and irregular surface scuffing is visible on the lower rear liftgate and rear bumper. This is classified as minor cosmetic damage. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2018 Audi Q5 quattro Premium SUV with all-wheel drive, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, automatic transmission, and left-hand drive. The vehicle was manufactured by Audi AG in Mexico and is equipped with standard features including electronic stability control, traction control, ABS, curtain airbags for all rows, front and side airbags, forward collision warning, and a rear visibility system. NHTSA records list the following recalls for this model and year: 18V369000 for potentially reduced braking performance caused by insufficiently coated brake-caliper pistons; 19V277000 for a brake master-cylinder casting that may cause sudden brake loss; 19V416000 and 19V737000 for rear wheel-arch trim that may loosen or detach; 16V955000 for seat-belt pretensioners that may not activate properly; and 21V947000 for possible liquid penetration of the gateway control module, which may cause reduced engine power. Recall completion should be verified with Audi using the VIN before purchase or operation.