2023 HYUNDAI IONIQ 5 SEL

The auction record lists a Certificate of Salvage title and FRONT END as the primary damage. Stage 1 reports that the visible front-end damage supports the FRONT END classification; however, the Certificate of Salvage title status cannot be confirmed from the photos. The vehicle has severe front-end collision damage. The upper front bumper fascia and grille section are missing, exposing the components behind the front opening. The left front bumper corner is detached and hanging outward, with broken plastic, exposed brackets, and visible wiring. Trim is also missing from the upper and front portion of the left front wheel opening, leaving mounting points exposed. Radiator-area components, supports, wiring, and other internal front-end parts are visibly exposed through the absent bumper fascia. The front door on the visible side has a pronounced recessed area and several creases near the front edge and lower-middle section, assessed as moderate deformation. The vehicle should undergo a comprehensive structural, electrical, cooling-system, restraint-system, and high-voltage-system inspection, in addition to the visible body repairs, before being considered for road use. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2023 Hyundai Ioniq 5 SEL, a five-door electric SUV with 4WD/4x4 and a single-speed automatic transmission. It was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Co. in South Korea. NHTSA records list several recalls for this model and year. Recall 24V065000 concerns a potentially improperly heat-treated rear inner driveshaft that may break and cause loss of drive power. Recalls 24V204000 and 24V868000 concern possible Integrated Charging Control Unit and fuse damage that can prevent the 12-volt battery from charging and result in loss of drive power; 24V868000 replaces and expands the earlier recall. Recall 26V432000 concerns possible misaligned high-voltage battery electrodes that may lead to a fire while parked or driving. The latest record advises parking affected vehicles outside and away from structures and limiting charging to 80% until the repair is completed. Recall repairs and vehicle-specific completion status should be verified with Hyundai or an authorized dealer before purchase.