2024 HYUNDAI SANTA FE Limited

The 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe is listed by the auction with a salvage title and “FRONT END” as the primary damage classification. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the front-end classification because multiple major components are missing and the front end is extensively disassembled. The salvage-title status itself cannot be confirmed from photos alone. The front bumper cover and central fascia are missing, exposing the components behind the bumper area. Both headlamp assemblies and the front grille are absent, with wiring and mounting areas exposed at both front corners. The front bumper reinforcement and associated front-end parts have been removed and are visible on the ground. A cooling-fan and radiator-related assembly is also detached and positioned on the ground rather than installed in the vehicle. These findings indicate extensive front-end disassembly and require a thorough inspection of the cooling system, wiring, mounting points, safety systems, and any potentially affected structural or mechanical components before purchase or repair. The front portion of the wheel-arch trim is missing on the left side, with mounting holes and attachment points exposed. Light-colored scuff marks are visible on the lower portion of the rear center armrest. No other damage findings were provided. The supplied recall information lists several campaigns for 2024 Santa Fe vehicles. Recall 24V246000 concerns a trailer parking-assist message potentially obstructing the rearview-camera image; an over-the-air software update is the stated remedy. Recall 24V529000 concerns a transmission-control software error that may allow the vehicle to roll away while in Park; the remedy includes an over-the-air update and, where necessary, inspection or replacement of the dual-clutch transmission. Recall 24V561000 concerns main floor wiring that may chafe against the second-row seat and affect airbag deployment; inspection, repair, or replacement of the harness is required as applicable. Additional listed campaigns include recall 24V843000 for an overhead-console rear-sunshade switch knob that may cause unintended sunshade movement, recall 25V659000 for an improperly installed starter-motor positive-terminal cover that may cause an electrical short during a crash, recall 25V808000 for rearview-camera wiring that may prevent the camera image from displaying, and recall 26V218000 for front seat-belt anchors that may detach. The applicable remedy for each recall should be confirmed with Hyundai or an authorized dealer using the vehicle’s VIN, and completion of all applicable repairs should be verified before purchase.