2024 HYUNDAI KONA SEL

The 2024 Hyundai Kona is listed with a salvage certificate of title, and the auction identifies the primary damage as front-end damage. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the unverified front-end damage claim because the front bumper cover, grille, both headlamp assemblies, and both front fenders are absent. The salvage-certificate status itself cannot be confirmed from the available photos. The front bumper cover is missing, leaving the front cooling assembly, wiring, bumper reinforcement area, and lower front structure exposed. The center grille and associated fascia trim are also absent. Both left and right headlamp assemblies are missing from their front mounting areas. The left and right front fenders are absent, exposing the wheel-well areas and adjacent components. The findings indicate substantial damage or disassembly at the front of the vehicle. The available findings do not establish the condition of components behind the missing exterior parts, including the cooling system, wiring, structural elements, sensors, suspension, or powertrain. A thorough physical inspection and diagnostic assessment would be required before estimating the full repair scope. NHTSA recalls are listed for this vehicle. Recall 23V650000 concerns the rear left and right seat-belt retractors, which may not function properly; the remedy is inspection and replacement as necessary. Recall 23V901000 concerns 12-volt battery cables that may chafe against the engine-control-module bracket and short during a crash; the remedy is installation of protective sheathing. Recall 24V308000 concerns the EGR valve assembly, where an electrical short may cause loss of drive power; the remedy is replacement of the EGR valve assembly. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Hyundai or an authorized dealer before purchase or operation.