2023 HYUNDAI SANTA FE Calligraphy

This 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe is listed with a SALVAGE CERTIFICATE and an auction primary-damage classification of FRONT END. Stage 1’s assessment states that the visible front-end damage supports the FRONT END classification, while also noting substantial rear damage. The SALVAGE CERTIFICATE status cannot be confirmed from photographs. The front end has severe damage. The hood is heavily buckled and creased, with torn paint and a raised, irregular edge above the grille. The grille has broken and displaced sections, missing material, and exposed components behind it. The front bumper, lower fascia, and grille surround are extensively cracked, torn, separated, and missing sections, particularly through the centre and left side, with exposed internal bumper-area components. The rear is also substantially damaged. The liftgate is creased and deformed across the lower and central areas, with uneven gaps around the opening. The rear liftgate window is missing, with glass fragments and exposed frame edges visible. The rear bumper cover is detached from the body, and lower bumper components are broken and hanging. The driver and front passenger airbags are deployed. Inflated airbag fabric is hanging from the steering wheel, and the passenger-side dashboard airbag is deployed across the front passenger area. The visible findings do not establish the condition of the vehicle’s frame, suspension, steering, cooling system, drivetrain, electrical systems, or other components. A comprehensive physical inspection and diagnostic assessment would be required before repair or purchase decisions. According to the VIN decode, this is a U.S.-built 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe Calligraphy SUV with a 2.5-litre turbocharged four-cylinder gasoline engine, an eight-speed automatic transmission, and 4x2 drive. The VIN is 5NMS54AL0PH630086. One NHTSA safety recall is listed for this vehicle’s make, model, and year range: recall 23V181000 concerns certain vehicles equipped with a tow-hitch harness. Water accumulation in the harness module may cause an electrical short and fire risk. The listed remedy involves installation of a fuse and wire-extension kit as necessary. The completion status for this vehicle is not provided.