2026 HYUNDAI KONA SEL Sport

The 2026 Hyundai Kona is listed with an auction condition of “SALVAGE CERTIFICATE” and a primary damage designation of “FRONT END.” The visible damage supports the unverified front-end primary-damage claim. However, the salvage-certificate status cannot be confirmed or contradicted from photographs alone. The front end has extensive collision damage. The front bumper cover, central grille, lower fascia, and portions of the side fascia are missing, exposing brackets, cooling components, mounting points, wiring, and other internal components. The front-left fender is absent, leaving the wheel-arch area and inner panels exposed. The front-left wheel-arch liner and adjacent plastic trim are torn and partially missing. The front-left hood corner has a visible crease, raised and irregular edge, and an open or uneven gap beside the missing fender. The front-left lamp area is also missing its visible components, with wiring and mounting hardware exposed. Loose electrical wiring and connectors hang below and beside the front fascia openings. These areas require inspection for damage to structural components, cooling systems, lighting, steering, suspension, sensors, and wiring before repair or operation. The photographs do not establish the vehicle’s mechanical or structural condition. Inside the vehicle, the outer bolster of the front passenger seat has torn upholstery, exposing light-colored internal material. Three NHTSA safety recalls are listed for the 2026 Hyundai Kona. Campaign 26V047000 concerns an instrument-panel software error that may cause the display to fail; the remedy is a free software update by over-the-air installation or a dealer. Campaign 26V069000 concerns potentially cracked or broken front steering knuckles, which could result in loss of steering control; dealers are to inspect and replace the knuckles as necessary. Campaign 26V452000 concerns the rear-center-seat belt buckle, which may fail to properly restrain an occupant; the rear center seat should not be used until the free buckle replacement is completed. Recall applicability and completion should be confirmed by VIN with Hyundai or NHTSA before purchase.