2018 AUDI SQ5 quattro Prestige

The 2018 Audi SQ5 is listed with a SALVAGE CERTIFICATE and FRONT END as the auction’s primary-damage designation. The visible missing front-right lower bumper trim provides limited support for the FRONT END claim, but the available photos do not establish the full extent of any front-end damage. The SALVAGE CERTIFICATE status cannot be confirmed from exterior photos. The documented visible damage is concentrated at the front-right lower bumper corner. The outer bumper insert/grille section is missing, leaving an open recess with internal mounting areas and components visible. This is assessed as moderate collision damage. The two findings describe the same area; no additional damage is established by the supplied findings. NHTSA VIN data identifies the vehicle as a 2018 Audi SQ5 quattro Prestige SUV with all-wheel drive, a 3.0-liter six-cylinder gasoline engine rated at 354 horsepower, and an automatic transmission. The vehicle is listed as manufactured by Audi AG in Mexico. NHTSA records list five applicable recall campaigns for 2018 Audi Q5/SQ5 vehicles. Campaign 21V947000 concerns possible liquid intrusion affecting the gateway control module, which may cause sudden engine-power reduction; the remedy involves a protective cover and underbody-seam sealing as necessary. Campaign 18V369000 concerns brake-caliper pistons that may reduce braking performance; the specified remedy involves bleeding the affected brake system. Campaign 19V416000 concerns wheel-arch trim that may loosen and detach, with additional securing hardware specified as the remedy. Campaign 19V737000 concerns rear wheel-arch trim attachment, with replacement clips specified. Campaign 19V277000 concerns a potentially short brake master-cylinder casting, requiring inspection and replacement if necessary. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Audi or an authorized dealer before purchase, and the vehicle should undergo a full inspection of the front bumper structure, mounting points, concealed components, brakes, underbody, and electrical systems.