2022 HYUNDAI SANTA FE

The auction record lists a salvage vehicle title with FRONT END as the primary damage classification. Stage 1 reports that the severe hood deformation and damage to the front lighting and bumper areas support the stated FRONT END claim; however, the salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from the available images. The most significant visible damage is to the front hood. It has multiple deep creases and sharply folded sections across the center and both front areas. The leading edge is raised and uneven, with paint damage along the front edge. The right headlamp lens has multiple fracture lines and damaged lens material. The right front corner of the bumper cover shows scuffing, surface creasing, and an uneven opening next to the headlamp. The driver’s steering-wheel airbag is visibly deployed, indicating that the restraint system will require assessment and likely replacement. Several light white scuffs are also present on the lower door area and running board. The findings do not establish the condition of structural components, cooling systems, suspension, steering, drivetrain, or other parts that may be affected behind the visible front-end damage. A thorough physical inspection and diagnostic assessment are recommended before purchase or road use. The VIN decodes as a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV with 4x2 drive, a 2.5-litre four-cylinder gasoline engine, automatic transmission, and approximately 191.3 horsepower. The decoder identifies the SEL with Convenience Package/XRT configuration and production by Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama in the United States. NHTSA records list five recall campaigns associated with 2022 Santa Fe vehicles: potential fuel-pipe leakage on certain 2.5-litre turbocharged vehicles, a turbocharger oil-supply-pipe issue, possible loss of drive power related to the automatic transmission, a tow-hitch harness electrical-short and fire risk, and a rearview-camera failure. Some campaigns depend on the vehicle’s specific equipment, such as a turbocharged engine or tow-hitch harness. Recall applicability and completion should be verified directly by VIN with Hyundai before purchase.