2021 HYUNDAI SONATA SEL Plus

The auction record lists the vehicle as “PERMIT NO BRAND – UNFIT,” with “FRONT END” as the primary damage classification. Stage 1 reports that the front-end classification is supported by the visible missing bumper, grille, and fascia components, as well as the displaced lower front trim. Stage 1 also reports that the “PERMIT NO BRAND – UNFIT” condition cannot be confirmed from the photos alone. The 2021 Hyundai Sonata has severe front-end collision damage. The front bumper cover is missing from the vehicle, and a detached bumper-cover assembly is shown separately on the ground. The bumper reinforcement and internal front-end components are exposed. The center grille and surrounding fascia trim are also absent, leaving the radiator and condenser area visible. Front fascia and bumper-side trim are missing at both corners, with mounting hardware and internal components visible around the headlamps. Black lower-front trim and undertray components are displaced and hanging below the vehicle. The VIN decodes as a left-hand-drive, front-wheel-drive sedan with a gasoline 1.6-litre turbocharged T-GDI engine, an eight-speed automatic transmission, and SEL Plus trim. The vehicle was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama in the United States. Official recalls listed for this 2021 Sonata include campaign 21V524000 for a possible fuel leak at the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel-rail pipe connection on vehicles equipped with the 2.5-litre turbocharged engine; the decoded vehicle has a 1.6-litre engine, so applicability should be verified by VIN. Campaign 21V00M000 concerns possible improper windshield bonding. Campaign 22V746000 concerns a transmission oil-pump failure that may result in loss of drive power. Campaign 25V796000 concerns a damaged fuel-tank check valve that may allow the tank to contact hot exhaust components and melt. Recall completion and VIN-specific applicability should be confirmed with Hyundai or an authorised dealer. The visible damage indicates that substantial front-end parts replacement and structural, cooling-system, lighting, sensor, underbody, and mechanical inspection may be required. The vehicle should not be considered roadworthy until it has been professionally assessed and repaired, with the cooling system, front-end structure, airbags and restraint systems, wiring, driver-assistance sensors, and alignment checked.