2020 HYUNDAI SONATA

The 2020 Hyundai Sonata is listed with an MV-907A salvage certificate, and the auction’s primary damage classification is FRONT END. Stage 1 reports that the visible extensive front-end damage supports the stated FRONT END claim; however, the salvage-certificate status cannot be confirmed from the photos. The front end has severe damage. The grille is extensively broken and displaced, with multiple openings and fractured plastic sections. The front bumper cover and lower fascia are cracked, partially missing, and separated, exposing internal components. The front corner on the right side of the image also has broken exterior plastic, exposed components, and damage around the lamp area. The hood has moderate creasing and deformation along its front-right area. Additional moderate damage is visible to the front fender and wheel-arch edge, including deformation, broken trim, and exposed mounting areas. On the visible side, the rear door and rear quarter panel have multiple broad dents and creases. Minor scratches and scuffing are present along the lower doors, rocker panel, rear door, and lower side body. The VIN decodes as a U.S.-built 2020 Hyundai Sonata sedan with a 2.5-liter gasoline GDI THETA III engine. The available decode identifies the vehicle as a SEL Convenience or SEL Premium trim, but does not provide a definitive trim selection, drivetrain, or transmission specification. NHTSA records list recalls concerning Remote Smart Parking Assist software, incorrect tire-size information on certain vehicles, the trunk-latch base, and a fuel-system check valve that may allow fuel-tank damage and leakage. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Hyundai or NHTSA before purchase, particularly for the newest fuel-system recall. A thorough inspection should also include the structural areas behind the front-end damage, lighting and safety systems, cooling components, airbag and restraint systems, steering and suspension, wiring, and drivetrain operation.