2015 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SPORT GLS

The vehicle is listed by the auction as **PERMIT SALVAGE**, with **FRONT END** recorded as the primary damage. Stage 1 reports that the visible deformation and breakage at the hood, grille, and front bumper support the FRONT END damage code. However, the PERMIT SALVAGE status cannot be confirmed from exterior photographs alone. The front hood has severe upward deformation, multiple deep creases, an uneven raised front edge, and large gaps at both front corners. The front bumper cover is severely damaged, with cracks, fractured and displaced sections, exposed inner components, and a partially separated lower fascia. The center grille and upper bumper trim have broken and separated sections, irregular gaps, and exposed fastener or inner-panel areas. Additional severe deformation is visible at the hood’s front edge and center, including damage to the black trim beneath it. The VIN identifies a 2015 Hyundai Santa Fe Sport GLS SUV with 4WD, a 2.0-liter turbocharged gasoline four-cylinder engine, and production at Kia Motor Manufacturing in Georgia, USA. Transmission details were not provided. NHTSA records show recalls concerning the secondary hood-latch cable and the ABS module. Recall 17V358000 concerns corrosion and binding of the secondary hood-latch cable, which could allow the hood to open while driving; the remedy is replacement of the cable. Recalls 20V520000 and 21V303000 concern a possible brake-fluid leak inside the ABS module that may cause an electrical short and increase the risk of an engine-compartment fire. Recall 21V303000 supersedes 20V520000 and calls for replacement of the ABS multi-fuse and inspection or replacement of the ABS module as necessary. Recall completion for this individual vehicle should be verified with Hyundai or an authorized dealer. Due to the extent of the visible front-end damage, the hood-latch system, front structure, cooling components, lighting, wiring, safety systems, and vehicle operation should undergo a complete physical inspection before purchase or repair.