2022 HYUNDAI SANTA CRUZ

The auction record lists the vehicle as having a **SALVAGE CERTIFICATE** title and identifies **FRONT END** as the primary damage. Stage 1 reports that the visible extensive front-end damage supports the stated FRONT END classification; however, the SALVAGE CERTIFICATE title status cannot be confirmed from photographs. The 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz has severe damage concentrated across the front end. The hood is extensively crushed, creased, buckled, and raised above the grille. The grille, bumper cover, lower fascia, and surrounding trim are broken, displaced, or missing, leaving open gaps and exposed components. The front-left headlamp area has broken or absent outer components, with wiring and mounting areas visible. The front-left fender is heavily creased around the headlamp and wheel arch, while the wheel-arch trim is detached and the bumper corner is torn and separated from adjacent panels. The radiator and other cooling components are openly visible from the front, indicating damage or removal of surrounding grille and mounting pieces. The findings do not establish the condition of the engine, cooling system, front suspension, steering, frame or unibody structure, airbags, sensors, or other mechanical and safety systems. A thorough physical inspection and diagnostic assessment will be required before determining the full repair scope, roadworthiness, and repair cost. NHTSA VIN data identifies this vehicle as a 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz pickup with four-wheel drive, a 2.5-liter gasoline four-cylinder GDI THETA III engine, and production by Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama in the United States. The supplied recall records list four applicable campaigns: recall 22V197000 concerning a turbocharger oil-supply pipe that may crack and leak oil; recall 22V746000 concerning possible loss of drive power related to the automatic transmission; recall 23V038000 concerning roof moldings that may detach; and recall 23V181000 concerning a tow-hitch harness electrical short and potential fire risk on vehicles equipped with the relevant harness. Repair completion should be verified with Hyundai or an authorized dealer using the VIN before purchase.