2021 HYUNDAI PALISADE SE

The auction record designates this 2021 Hyundai Palisade as “CERT OF SALVAGE > 75% DAMAGE” with a primary damage classification of “FRONT END.” This is an unverified auction designation. The Stage 1 assessment reports that the visible front-end damage supports the “FRONT END” classification, but the photographs cannot confirm whether the total damage exceeds 75% of the vehicle’s value. The front end shows severe collision damage. The hood is sharply creased and deformed, primarily on the left side, with its front edge raised above the grille and a large uneven gap at the hood-to-fascia boundary. The left front bumper cover is extensively torn and broken, with missing plastic, exposed internal components, and separated fragments near the lower grille. The lower-left grille and bumper trim is also broken and detached. A wide separation is visible between the hood, left front fender area, and bumper assembly. The driver-side steering-wheel airbag and additional airbag fabric below the driver-side dashboard are visibly deployed. Replacement of the airbags and inspection of the complete supplemental restraint system will be required. The provided findings do not establish the condition of the underlying structural, mechanical, electrical, cooling, lighting, steering, or suspension components, so these areas require a thorough physical inspection and repair assessment. There are minor cosmetic stains or discolorations on the second-row light-colored seat cushions and the front passenger seat cushion. VIN decoding identifies the vehicle as a 2021 Hyundai Palisade SE SUV with front-wheel drive (4x2), a 3.8-liter gasoline GDI Lambda II engine, and an eight-speed automatic transmission. It was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Company in South Korea and is configured with three rows and seating for up to eight occupants. NHTSA records list recalls concerning possible brake-fluid contamination and reduced braking performance, windshield-wiper operation, certain tow-hitch harnesses that may short and cause a fire, rear seat-belt buckle latching, and possible improper deployment of third-row side-curtain airbags. Recall remedy status should be confirmed by VIN with Hyundai or an authorized dealer before the vehicle is operated or purchased.