2026 HYUNDAI KONA SE

The 2026 Hyundai Kona is listed by the auction with a salvage certificate of title and “FRONT END” as the primary damage classification. The visible missing, broken, and deformed front-end components support the stated front-end damage claim. However, the salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from the available photos. The vehicle has severe collision damage across the front end. The front bumper cover, grille, and related fascia components are missing or broken, exposing the radiator, condenser, wiring, mounting areas, and other internal components. The right front lamp assembly is also absent. The exposed bumper reinforcement is visibly bent, while the upper and lower radiator support structures and several surrounding metal and plastic supports show bends, buckling, breaks, displacement, and irregular mounting points. The detached bumper assembly has cracked and broken plastic sections, separated trim, and displaced mounting components. The hood’s leading edge has uneven gaps and irregular edges, and the front fender edge near the bumper junction is displaced with broken or separated trim. Repair will require replacement of missing exterior and lighting components and assessment of the radiator, condenser, wiring, structural supports, mounting points, and other potentially affected systems. The available findings do not confirm the vehicle’s mechanical or operational condition. Three NHTSA safety recalls are listed for applicable 2026 Hyundai Kona vehicles. Recall 26V047000 concerns an instrument-panel display software error that may prevent critical information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, from being displayed; the stated remedy is a free software update. Recall 26V069000 concerns front steering knuckles that may crack and break, potentially resulting in loss of steering control; the stated remedy is inspection and replacement as necessary. Recall 26V452000 concerns the rear-center seat-belt buckle, which may fail to properly restrain an occupant; the stated remedy is free buckle replacement, and the rear-center seat should not be used until repaired. The vehicle’s VIN should be checked with Hyundai or NHTSA to confirm recall applicability and remedy completion.