2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 SEL

The vehicle is a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SEL, VIN KM8KNDAF4PU171160. It is a five-seat electric SUV with automatic single-speed transmission and four-wheel drive. The vehicle was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Co. in South Korea. The auction record designates the vehicle as “IRRECUPERABLE” with “WATER/FLOOD” listed as the primary damage. However, Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence does not support either claim. The available exterior, interior, dashboard, and engine-bay photographs reportedly show no visible tide line, water-line staining, silt residue, mold-like discoloration, or visible corrosion consistent with flooding. The instrument cluster displays normally without widespread malfunction indicators, and no clear collision damage is visible. No separate damage findings were provided. The supplied NHTSA recall data lists several recalls for this model and year. Recall 24V065000 concerns a potentially improperly heat-treated rear inner driveshaft that may break under load and cause a loss of drive power. Recalls 24V204000 and 24V868000 concern possible Integrated Charging Control Unit and fuse failures that may prevent charging of the 12-volt battery and result in loss of drive power; recall 24V868000 replaces the earlier 24V204000 remedy. The record also lists recall 26V432000, concerning possible high-voltage battery cell electrode misalignment that may lead to a fire. Its listed guidance is to park outdoors away from structures and limit charging to 80% until the repair is completed. Recall completion status for this specific vehicle was not provided, so the VIN should be checked with Hyundai or an authorized dealer before purchase.