2020 HYUNDAI SANTA FE SEL

The vehicle is listed by the auction with a “CERT OF SALVAGE < 75% DAMAGE” designation and “FRONT END” as the primary damage code. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the FRONT END classification, but the photographs alone do not verify the stated less-than-75-percent damage threshold. The visible damage is concentrated across the front end and is severe. The hood has multiple large creases and substantial deformation across the front and right-front areas, including an uneven raised edge above the grille. The front bumper cover is torn and displaced, with missing sections at the right-front corner and internal components exposed. The right headlamp assembly is missing, leaving its mounting and surrounding internal components visible. A long section of the lower front fascia is detached and hanging below the vehicle, leaving the lower front area open. The left bumper corner is also torn and displaced, with scuffing and exposed components. The left fender edge near the headlamp and wheel arch is moderately deformed, with an uneven gap adjoining the damaged fascia. The lower front trim is separated from the bumper and extends outward below the front end. The VIN decodes as a 2020 Hyundai Santa Fe SEL SUV with four-wheel drive, a turbocharged 2.0-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 NHTSA safety recalls are listed for this model and year. Recall 21V00M000 concerns possible improper windshield bonding, which could allow the windshield to detach in a crash; the stated remedy is removal and reinstallation of the front windshield. Recall 23V181000 concerns a tow-hitch harness module that may accumulate water and short, potentially causing a fire; the stated remedy involves installation of a fuse and wire-extension kit as necessary. The completion status of these recalls for this particular vehicle should be confirmed with Hyundai or an authorized dealer. The visible front-end damage warrants a thorough inspection of the underlying structure, cooling and electrical components, lighting systems, restraint systems, steering, and suspension before purchase or road use. Neither the extent of hidden damage nor the vehicle’s mechanical and operational condition can be determined from the provided findings.