2022 HYUNDAI ACCENT SE, SEL

The vehicle is a 2022 Hyundai Accent sedan with front-wheel drive, a 1.6-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and a continuously variable transmission. The VIN decode identifies Mexico as the manufacturing country and Kia Mexico S.A. de C.V. as the manufacturing company. The auction records list a salvage certificate of title and classify the primary damage as front end. Visible front-end bumper damage and a deployed steering-wheel airbag support the FRONT END claim; the salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from photos. The front bumper cover is moderately displaced and separated at the left corner. There is an irregular open gap between the bumper, left headlamp, and adjacent body panel, with a disturbed bumper edge below the headlamp. The driver steering-wheel airbag is deployed, with white airbag fabric exposed and hanging from the steering wheel. This indicates that the restraint system and related collision-safety components require thorough inspection and likely replacement or repair before the vehicle can be considered roadworthy. The vehicle is associated with two NHTSA safety recalls. Recall 22V311000 concerns a steering-column retention bolt that may not be properly secured and could result in loss of steering control. Recall 22V354000 concerns front seat-belt pretensioners that may project metal fragments if they deploy. The completion status of these recalls should be verified with Hyundai or an authorized dealer using the VIN. A professional inspection should include the front bumper mounting points and surrounding structure, steering and suspension components, the complete airbag and seat-belt restraint system, wiring, diagnostic fault codes, and overall vehicle alignment. Salvage-title documentation and repair quality should also be independently verified before purchase.