2020 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SEL

The auction record lists this 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe as having a salvage vehicle title, with “FRONT END” identified as the primary damage. The image-based assessment reports that the visible front-end damage supports the stated FRONT END classification; however, the salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from exterior photographs alone. The front bumper assembly has severe damage. The bumper cover and corner fascia are missing or detached in large sections, and the lower bumper, valance, and trim are hanging away from or lying forward of the vehicle. Internal components, wiring, and a white fluid reservoir are exposed. The front wheel-arch liner and splash-shield material are also pulled away near the damaged bumper corner. In addition, the hood has a pronounced uneven gap and sits higher than the adjacent fender and headlamp area, indicating misalignment in the front corner. The VIN decodes this vehicle as a 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL SUV with front-wheel drive, a 2.4-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and an eight-speed automatic transmission. It was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama in the United States. Two NHTSA recalls are listed for this make, model, and year. Recall 21V00M000 concerns possible improper windshield bonding, which could allow the windshield to detach during a crash. Recall 23V181000 concerns a tow-hitch harness that may short due to water accumulation and cause a fire; the recall applies to vehicles equipped with the affected original-equipment or dealer-installed harness. The completion status of these recalls for this specific vehicle is not provided and should be verified with Hyundai or an authorized dealer. Due to the visible front-end damage, a comprehensive inspection should be performed before purchase, including checks of the exposed wiring, fluid reservoir, lighting and safety systems, hood and front-structure alignment, and any components behind the bumper.