2020 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SE

The vehicle is listed with an unverified auction primary-damage classification of FRONT END and a SALVAGE CERTIFICATE condition designation. Stage 1 reports that the visible missing and displaced front-end components support the FRONT END primary-damage claim. However, the salvage-certificate status cannot be confirmed from exterior photographs. The front bumper cover is missing across the front of the vehicle, exposing the radiator, lower mounting components, and wiring. The center grille and surrounding fascia are also absent, leaving internal front-end components visible. Lower front trim and grille pieces are detached and hanging below the front end. The lower lamp assembly on the vehicle’s left side is displaced outward and downward, with broken or missing surrounding trim and exposed wiring. The corresponding lower lamp assembly on the right side is missing, leaving an empty cavity and exposed mounting areas. Several minor paint chips and surface scratches are visible on the front portion of the hood. According to the VIN decode, this is a 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe SE SUV with 4WD, a 2.4-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama in the United States. Two official NHTSA recalls are associated with this model year. Recall 21V00M000 concerns possible improper windshield bonding, which could allow the windshield to detach in a crash. Recall 23V181000 concerns a tow-hitch wiring harness that may short and cause a fire on vehicles equipped with the affected harness. Recall completion should be verified with Hyundai using the vehicle identification number.