2018 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT

This 2018 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport is listed with a salvage certificate of title. The auction’s stated primary damage is “REAR END,” an unverified auction classification. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports this claim: the rear liftgate panel is severely crushed and deformed. The rear liftgate exterior panel has pronounced inward deformation, multiple deep creases, and buckled metal across the lower half and around the license-plate mounting area. Uneven gaps are visible along the liftgate edges. The provided findings do not establish the condition of the liftgate’s internal structure, hinges, latch, rear body panels, wiring, or rear safety systems. A physical inspection is recommended before purchase. According to the VIN decode, this is a 4x2 SUV equipped with a 2.4-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, a six-speed automatic transmission, and a GDI THETA II engine. It was manufactured in the United States by Kia Georgia, Inc. NHTSA records identify four recalls for this vehicle model and year. Recall 17V577000 concerns front coil springs that may fracture and puncture a tire. Recall 22V056000 concerns a possible ABS module electrical short that could cause an engine-compartment fire. Recall 17V801000 concerns side-curtain air-bag components that may detach during deployment. Recall 22V810000 is an expansion of the ABS-module recall and also concerns a possible electrical short and engine-compartment fire. The completion status of these recalls for this specific vehicle should be verified with Hyundai or an authorized dealer before purchase.