2026 HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 SEL

The vehicle is a 2026 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SEL, identified by VIN 7YAKNDDC2TY044263. NHTSA data describes it as an electric SUV/MPV with dual motors and 4WD. It was manufactured in the United States at Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America in Georgia. The auction lists the vehicle with a salvage title and “REAR END” as the primary damage classification. These are auction-provided designations. Stage 1 reports that the visible severe damage at the left rear supports the auction’s unverified rear-end primary-damage code; however, salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from the photos. The left rear corner has extensive severe collision damage. The left rear taillight assembly is missing, leaving the lamp cavity and internal components exposed. The surrounding exterior trim and lamp-area pieces are broken and displaced, with gaps exposing the area behind them. The left rear quarter panel and rear body corner are extensively crushed, with sharp folds, multiple creases, torn paint, and exposed internal components. Deformation also extends into the left side of the liftgate, where an uneven visible gap is present. The rear bumper cover is severely damaged on the left side. It is separated from the body, deformed across the rear section, pulled outward, and partially hanging, with the underlying bumper structure exposed. The full extent of damage to concealed structural, electrical, lighting, sensor, and high-voltage vehicle systems requires a detailed physical inspection. Two NHTSA recalls are listed for this vehicle model and year. Recall 26V047000 concerns an instrument-panel display software error that may prevent critical information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, from displaying; the remedy is a free software update. Recall 26V068000 concerns a potentially improperly tightened high-voltage battery bus bar that may cause a short circuit and increase fire risk; the remedy involves inspection and tightening of the bus bar retention bolts and replacement of the battery system assembly if necessary. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Hyundai or an authorized dealer before purchase.