2019 HYUNDAI KONA SE

The vehicle is a 2019 Hyundai Kona with a salvage certificate. The auction listed the primary damage as “FRONT END.” However, Stage 1 reported that the photos do not support this claim: the front end appears generally intact, while the visible collision deformation is concentrated at the left rear quarter panel and liftgate. The most significant visible damage is on the left rear quarter panel, adjacent to the tail lamp and liftgate. This area has a pronounced irregular dent and sharp crease extending toward the rear bumper and wheel arch. The left side of the rear liftgate also has inward deformation and creasing below and beside the tail lamp, near the Kona badge. These areas may require body repair and refinishing, with replacement of components to be determined by a physical inspection. Several minor surface scuffs are visible on the lower left portion of the front bumper. No other damage findings were provided. Mechanical, structural, electrical, airbag, and underbody condition cannot be confirmed from the supplied findings. The VIN decodes as a 2019 Hyundai Kona SE SUV with front-wheel drive (4x2), a 2.0-litre four-cylinder gasoline engine, and a six-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Company in South Korea. One NHTSA recall is listed for certain 2019–2021 Hyundai Kona vehicles equipped with the 2.0-litre Nu MPI engine. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, potentially causing engine damage, stalling, or an oil leak onto hot exhaust components. The stated remedy includes inspection and, if necessary, engine replacement, together with installation of piston-ring monitoring software. Recall completion for this specific vehicle should be verified with Hyundai or an authorised dealer using the VIN.