2022 HYUNDAI SANTA CRUZ

The 2022 Hyundai Santa Cruz is listed with a salvage title, and the auction identifies the primary damage as “rear end.” Stage 1 reports that visible evidence supports this claim because the left rear quarter panel and wheel-arch trim are damaged; additional damage is visible at the front grille and fascia. The left rear quarter panel around the wheel opening has severe creasing and deformation, with irregular panel edges and exposed mounting points. Sections of the black plastic wheel-arch cladding are missing, leaving exposed fastener holes and unfinished edges. At the front, the center grille and bumper fascia have broken or missing trim sections, irregular openings, and visible components behind the grille area. The center front fascia also has uneven broken edges and open gaps in the grille assembly. Factory data identifies this vehicle as a U.S.-built 2022 Santa Cruz pickup with 4WD, a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and the Limited series designation. Official NHTSA recall records list four recalls applicable to certain 2022 Santa Cruz vehicles: a turbocharger oil-supply pipe that may crack and leak oil, a transmission fail-safe issue that may result in loss of drive power, roof moldings that may detach, and a tow-hitch harness issue that may cause an electrical short and fire. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Hyundai or an authorized dealer. The available findings document exterior collision damage only. A comprehensive inspection should confirm the condition of the underlying structure, suspension, wheel and tire area, safety systems, drivetrain, and any components behind the damaged front and rear panels.