2026 HYUNDAI KONA SE

The vehicle is listed with a salvage certificate of title, with FRONT END recorded as the auction’s primary damage classification. Stage 1 reports that visible deformation and damage to the hood and front bumper support the stated front-end damage claim; however, the salvage-certificate status cannot be verified from photographs. The hood has moderate deformation, including visible creasing, an unevenly raised leading edge, and a pronounced open gap above the front fascia. The front bumper cover shows moderate scuffing, scratches, cracked or torn plastic, and irregular openings along the lower and corner sections. Several bumper and lower-grille sections are also separated, with visibly open gaps and detached edges. The driver airbag has deployed from the steering wheel, indicating a severe collision-related safety-system event. The condition of other airbags, restraints, steering components, cooling-system components, structural areas, and mechanical systems is not established by these findings and requires a complete physical inspection. Three NHTSA safety recalls are listed for certain 2026 Hyundai Kona vehicles. Recall 26V047000 concerns an instrument-panel display that may fail because of a software error; the remedy is a free software update. Recall 26V069000 concerns front steering knuckles that may crack or break, potentially causing loss of steering control; dealers will inspect and replace them as necessary at no charge. Recall 26V452000 concerns the rear-center seat-belt buckle, which may fail to properly restrain an occupant; the rear-center seat should not be used until the free remedy is completed. Recall applicability and completion should be confirmed by VIN with Hyundai or NHTSA.