2019 HYUNDAI KONA SE

The auction record lists the vehicle as “CERT OF TITLE-SALVAGE” with “REAR END” as the primary damage classification. Stage 1 reports that the visible severe damage at the left rear corner, rear bumper, and rear hatch supports the stated REAR END primary-damage claim. The salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from the photos. The 2019 Hyundai Kona has severe collision damage concentrated at the left rear. The left rear quarter panel and wheel-arch area are sharply crushed and deformed, while the black wheel-arch cladding is scuffed, distorted, and partially displaced. The left rear body corner is also crushed around the lamp opening, bumper mounting area, and side of the hatch. The rear bumper cover is torn, detached, and hanging downward, with open gaps exposing internal bumper components. The left lower rear lamp or reflector assembly is displaced from its mounting area, with loose wiring or mounting material visible. The rear hatch window glass is missing, leaving the window opening exposed with remnants around its edge. The damage assessment does not establish the condition of the underlying structural components, suspension, hatch operation, wiring, safety systems, or mechanical systems. A thorough physical inspection and diagnostic evaluation would be required before purchase and repair estimates should include possible hidden damage. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2019 Hyundai Kona SE, a four-wheel-drive SUV with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, six-speed automatic transmission, and production in South Korea. One NHTSA safety recall is listed for this vehicle configuration: recall 21V301000 concerns certain 2.0L Nu MPI engines, whose piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated. The issue can result in engine damage, stalling, or an oil leak onto hot exhaust components, creating a fire risk. Hyundai’s stated remedy was dealer inspection and, when necessary, engine replacement, along with deployment of Piston Ring Noise Sensing System software. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Hyundai or an authorized dealer.