2026 HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 Limited

The auction record lists the vehicle as having a salvage title certificate with “FRONT END” as the primary damage classification. Stage 1 reports that the visible severe front-end damage supports the unverified “FRONT END” classification; however, the salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from exterior photographs. The front hood is severely deformed, with extensive deep buckling, sharp creases, crushed and folded metal, torn paint, and pronounced damage at the right-front corner. The front bumper cover and lower fascia are severely cracked, torn, displaced, and deformed, with exposed internal components and an irregular opening across the front. The upper grille area is open, with portions of the grille assembly missing, while the silver horizontal fascia trim is split and broken near the center and right side. The front-right headlamp assembly is missing, leaving an empty opening with internal components visible. The front-right bumper and fender corner also show severe damage, including broken red and black trim, displaced bumper material, an open lamp area, and exposed components. The findings describe the visible exterior damage only; the condition of concealed structural, electrical, cooling, restraint, and high-voltage systems is not established and requires a thorough physical inspection and diagnostic assessment. According to the NHTSA VIN decode, this is a 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 Limited, classified as a sport utility/multipurpose vehicle. It is a battery-electric vehicle with dual motors and four-wheel drive, rated at 230 kW, and was manufactured in the United States at Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America in Georgia. Two NHTSA recalls are listed for this make, model, and year. Campaign 26V047000 concerns an instrument-panel software error that may prevent critical information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, from displaying. Campaign 26V068000 concerns a potentially improperly tightened high-voltage battery bus bar, which may cause a short circuit and increase the risk of fire. Recall completion should be verified with Hyundai or an authorized dealer before purchase or operation.