2020 HYUNDAI KONA SEL

The auction record lists this 2020 Hyundai Kona as having a Certificate of Destruction and identifies the primary damage as rear-end damage. The visible severe rear-end damage supports the stated rear-end classification; however, the Certificate of Destruction status cannot be confirmed from the photographs. The rear bumper cover is missing across the visible rear width, exposing the bumper reinforcement and underlying components. The rear liftgate has extensive crushing, deep dents, sharp creases, and broad buckling across the center and lower sections. The lower rear body panel and both rear corners are visibly deformed, with irregular surfaces and open gaps around the exposed reinforcement. The left rear tail lamp is missing, and the right rear tail lamp is also absent in the wider rear view, leaving both mounting cavities exposed. The extent of the damage indicates that the rear body structure, mounting points, lighting-related components, and concealed areas should be physically inspected before repair or operation. VIN decoding identifies the vehicle as a 2020 Hyundai Kona SEL manufactured by Hyundai Motor Co. in South Korea. It is a front-wheel-drive/4x2 SUV with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline MPI Nu engine, six-speed automatic transmission, and five-passenger seating. Two NHTSA recalls are listed for this make, model, and year. Recall 21V301000 concerns potentially improperly heat-treated piston oil rings on vehicles equipped with the 2.0L Nu MPI engine; the stated remedy includes engine inspection or replacement if necessary and installation of Piston Ring Noise Sensing System software. Recall 20V022000 concerns an incorrect gross axle weight rating on the certification label, with replacement labeling provided by Hyundai. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with an authorized Hyundai dealer.