2020 HYUNDAI ELANTRA

The auction record lists this 2020 Hyundai Elantra as “CERT OF TITLE-SALVAGE” with “REAR END” as the primary damage classification. Stage 1’s photo review states that the visible evidence supports the stated rear-end damage claim, showing extensive deformation and missing components; it also notes that the salvage-title status cannot be verified from the photos. The rear bumper cover and lower trim are missing, leaving the internal bumper components, wiring, mounting areas, and body structure exposed. The rear bumper reinforcement is visibly bent and irregularly deformed. Both rear corners show substantial crushing and deformation around the tail lamps and bumper attachment areas. The rear lower body panel and metal surrounding the trunk opening are heavily crushed, wrinkled, and distorted. The trunk lid has multiple creases and broad deformation across its lower and central sections. Wiring and connectors are visibly hanging below the rear body. This vehicle is identified by the VIN decode as a 2020 Hyundai Elantra sedan with front-wheel drive, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and a continuously variable transmission. The vehicle was manufactured in the United States. Three NHTSA recalls are listed for this vehicle model and year. Recall 21V301000 concerns potentially improperly heat-treated piston oil rings in vehicles equipped with the 2.0-liter Nu MPI engine, which may lead to engine damage, stalling, or an oil-related fire risk. Recall 19V720000 concerns insufficiently tightened right-rear wheel lug nuts that could allow the wheel to detach. Recall 19V721000 concerns lower control-arm ball-joint fasteners that may allow the ball joint to detach and cause loss of vehicle control. Completion of these recalls should be confirmed with Hyundai or an authorized dealer. The documented damage is concentrated at the rear and appears severe. A physical inspection is required to assess structural alignment, suspension and exhaust components, electrical systems, safety systems, trunk operation, and the full extent of concealed damage before purchase or repair planning.