2023 HYUNDAI SANTA FE HYBRID BLUE

The auction record identifies the vehicle as Salvage, with Rear listed as the primary damage. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the Rear classification, with extensive damage at both rear corners and across the rear bumper area. Stage 1 also notes that the Salvage title status cannot be independently confirmed from exterior photographs. The damage is severe and concentrated throughout the rear bodywork. The right rear quarter panel and bumper corner are substantially crushed and deformed, with internal components exposed. The left rear quarter panel around the fuel-filler opening is deeply crushed, and the left rear corner also shows extensive deformation with broken or missing trim. The rear bumper cover is missing across the lower rear of the vehicle. The lower rear fascia and side bumper sections are broken or absent, leaving wiring, brackets, mounting areas, inner bumper components, and the exhaust area exposed. A physical inspection is necessary to assess possible damage to the underlying body structure, mounting points, wiring, exhaust system, sensors, and hybrid-related components before repair or purchase. The VIN decodes as a 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe hybrid SUV with four-wheel drive, a 1.6-liter turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine, electric motor, and six-speed automatic transmission. It was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama in the United States. One NHTSA recall is listed for this model range: recall 23V181000 concerns certain Santa Fe Hybrid vehicles potentially equipped with an original-equipment or Hyundai-accessory trailer-hitch harness. Water accumulation in the harness module may cause an electrical short and fire. The remedy involves installation of a fuse and wire-extension kit as necessary. The vehicle’s VIN and equipment should be checked with Hyundai to confirm applicability and whether the remedy has been completed.