2021 DODGE CHARGER R/T

This 2021 Dodge Charger is listed with a salvage title and the auction’s primary-damage designation is “REAR END.” Stage 1 reports that the visible severe deformation to the trunk lid, rear bumper, rear spoiler, and rear quarter panels supports the stated rear-end damage code. The salvage-title status cannot be verified from photographs. The rear damage is extensive. The trunk lid is heavily crushed and folded across the center and both sides, while the trunk opening and surrounding panels are distorted, with large irregular gaps and exposed interior areas. The rear bumper cover is severely crushed and displaced, with separated edges and exposed components behind it. The trunk-mounted spoiler is raised, distorted, and misaligned at its mounting areas. The left rear quarter panel has a large, sharp crease and folded deformation extending from the tail-lamp area toward the trunk opening. The right rear quarter panel also has denting and irregular deformation near the tail lamp and trunk-side area. Additional visible issues include a minor paint scuff on the lower left side skirt behind the front wheel and a moderate tear in the rear seat cushion, with lighter material exposed and frayed edges. According to the VIN decode, this is a four-door sedan with rear-wheel drive, a 5.7-liter gasoline V8, an eight-speed automatic transmission, and an R/T trim designation. The vehicle was manufactured by FCA Canada Inc. at the Brampton Assembly plant in Canada. Factory-listed equipment includes standard front, side, and curtain air bags, electronic stability control, traction control, daytime running lights, and a rear visibility system. Several driver-assistance features, including adaptive cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assistance, and rear cross-traffic alert, are listed as optional. Two NHTSA safety recalls are associated with this make, model, and year. Recall 21V516000 concerns possible improper windshield bonding, which could allow the windshield to detach in a crash. Recall 24V198000 concerns possible rupture of the left and right side-curtain air-bag inflators. The repair status for these recalls should be confirmed with an authorized dealer using the VIN before purchase. A thorough structural, mechanical, restraint-system, and electrical inspection is strongly recommended, particularly around the rear body structure and any components affected by the collision.