2017 AUDI Q5

This 2017 Audi Q5 is listed with a salvage vehicle title, and the auction identifies the primary damage as front-end damage. Stage 1 reports that the visible extensive front-end damage supports the stated FRONT END primary-damage claim; however, the salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from the photos. The front end has extensive severe damage. The hood is heavily crushed, with sharp folds, deep creases, raised sections, and deformation across the front and both sides. The front bumper assembly, grille, surrounding trim, headlights, and front wheel-well trim are missing or severely damaged. The exposed radiator and condenser area is extensively bent, with crushed fins, displaced mounting points, and damaged surrounding panels. Visible front support members and lower front structure are also bent, buckled, and displaced. Further inspection would be required to assess the full extent of damage behind these areas and to determine whether mechanical components are affected. The rear liftgate window is absent, with shattered glass remaining around the opening. The windshield has multiple web-like cracks. The driver, front passenger, and roof-mounted curtain airbags are deployed, indicating that the vehicle will require replacement of multiple restraint-system components and related inspection or calibration. Inside, the front passenger and rear leather seats show creasing and surface discoloration. These are noted as minor cosmetic wear compared with the collision damage. NHTSA records list several recalls applicable to certain 2017 Audi Q5 vehicles, including recalls involving the sunroof drainage system and side head-airbag inflator, the electric coolant pump, automatic-transmission park-position functionality, and the fuel-pump flange. The recall records state that remedies were available through Audi, but the completion status for this vehicle is not provided. The vehicle should be checked by VIN and by an Audi dealer before purchase, particularly because the cooling components and airbags are visibly damaged.