2025 HYUNDAI PALISADE

The vehicle is a 2025 Hyundai Palisade, VIN KM8R7DGE6SU878437. NHTSA VIN data identifies it as a four-wheel-drive SUV equipped with a 3.8-liter gasoline GDI Lambda II engine. The vehicle was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Co. in Ulsan, South Korea. The auction lists the vehicle with a SALVAGE CERTIFICATE and identifies the primary damage as FRONT END. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the FRONT END classification because multiple front-end components are missing or visibly broken. Stage 1 also reports that the SALVAGE CERTIFICATE status cannot be confirmed from photographs alone. The front bumper cover, center grille, and surrounding front fascia are missing, leaving the radiator, reinforcement components, wiring, and other inner front-end parts exposed. The front-right headlamp assembly is absent, leaving an open cavity and exposed mounting components. Both front corners have exposed inner structures and mounting points, with loose wiring and detached components visible around the bumper and lamp areas. The front-left bumper corner and adjacent lower wheel-arch trim are also missing. The removed bumper and grille assembly shown separately has multiple fractured and separated plastic sections, including broken edges and detached trim pieces. The findings indicate extensive visible damage to the front exterior and require further inspection of the exposed structural components, cooling system, wiring, lighting systems, sensors, and related mechanical and safety systems. The provided findings do not establish the condition of these areas or confirm whether additional hidden damage is present. NHTSA recall information lists three recalls applicable to certain 2025 Palisade vehicles. Recall 25V291000 concerns the electric oil-pump controller, where moisture accumulation may cause an electrical short and fire; the remedy is replacement of the controller. Recall 25V607000 concerns driver, passenger, and second-row window-seat belt buckles that may fail to latch; the remedy is replacement of the affected buckle assemblies. Recall 26V034000 concerns possible improper deployment of the third-row side-curtain air bags; the remedy involves installing protective film over the rear window and removing padding as necessary. Recall completion should be verified with Hyundai or an authorized dealer for this specific VIN before purchase or operation.