2023 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SEL

The vehicle is listed with a “CERT OF TITLE – FLOOD SALVAGE” condition and “WATER/FLOOD” as the auction’s primary damage classification. Stage 1’s photo review found no visible horizontal tide line, water staining, mud or silt residue, mold-like discoloration, visible corrosion on seat hardware or wiring, or other direct flood indicators. The instrument cluster appeared to display normally without widespread malfunction warnings. Based on the provided photos, Stage 1 concluded that the visible evidence does not support the unverified flood-damage claim. The only recorded exterior damage is minor cosmetic scuffing: several light, thin marks on the blue paint near the lower-middle area of the left rear door and the adjacent left rear quarter panel. An official NHTSA recall, campaign 23V181000, applies to certain 2019–2023 Hyundai Santa Fe vehicles potentially equipped with a tow-hitch harness installed as original equipment or purchased through a Hyundai dealership. Water accumulation in the harness module may cause an electrical short and fire. The remedy involves installation of a fuse and wire-extension kit as necessary. Confirm through Hyundai or an authorized dealer whether this vehicle is affected and whether the recall repair has been completed.