2022 HYUNDAI SANTA FE

The auction record lists a Certificate of Salvage with a damage designation of more than 75% and identifies the primary damage as FRONT END. Stage 1 reports that the photographs support the FRONT END classification because they show substantial front-end damage, but do not establish whether the total damage exceeds 75%. The vehicle has severe collision damage concentrated at the front. The front bumper cover, grille, and associated center fascia panels are missing, exposing the reinforcement beam, radiator area, wiring, and other components. The lower front trim and plastic panels are also absent or displaced. The driver-side front fender is heavily crushed around the wheel opening, and the front-left section of the hood is significantly creased and deformed, with a raised and uneven leading edge. The driver-side headlamp assembly is not visibly intact; broken and displaced components and internal parts are exposed. Additional wiring, brackets, and other front-end components are displaced at the driver-side front corner. The driver steering-wheel airbag has deployed, indicating that the restraint system will require inspection and likely repair or replacement. The instrument cluster displays “Check Blind-Spot Safety system” and “Check turn signal” messages, along with multiple illuminated warning indicators. The condition of the cooling system, structural components, sensors, lighting systems, and other concealed parts cannot be determined from the supplied findings and should be assessed during a physical inspection. According to the VIN decode, this is a 2022 Hyundai Santa Fe SUV with 4WD, a 2.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and an automatic transmission. The decoded trim information lists SEL with Convenience Package and XRT. It was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama in the United States. NHTSA records list several recalls for certain 2022 Santa Fe vehicles, involving the fuel system, turbocharger oil supply pipe, automatic transmission, trailer-hitch wiring, and rearview camera. These recalls may apply only to particular configurations or equipment, and completion status should be verified with Hyundai or an authorized dealer using the VIN before the vehicle is operated.