2024 HYUNDAI TUCSON

The auction record lists the vehicle as having a SALVAGE CERTIFICATE, with FRONT END identified as the primary damage. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the FRONT END classification because the front bumper cover, grille/fascia, and both headlamp assemblies are missing. Stage 1 also states that the SALVAGE CERTIFICATE status cannot be confirmed from the photos. The front bumper cover and center grille/fascia are completely absent, exposing the front reinforcement, cooling components, radiator, condenser, wiring, and lower front structures. Both front headlamp assemblies are missing, with their mounting areas and wiring exposed. The near-side front fender is also absent, exposing the inner fender area and wiring ahead of the front door. The exterior handle is missing from the near-side front door, leaving an open mounting recess. Light-colored linear scuffing and abrasion are visible along the lower near-side rear door and adjacent rocker trim. The findings do not establish the condition of components that are not visible, including the underlying structural, cooling, electrical, restraint, steering, suspension, and powertrain systems. A thorough physical inspection and post-repair systems testing will be required. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2024 Hyundai Tucson SEL with Convenience Package, configured as a four-wheel-drive SUV. It has a gasoline 2.5-liter four-cylinder GDI Theta III engine and was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama in Montgomery, Alabama. Listed standard equipment includes LED low-beam headlamps, forward collision warning, pedestrian automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, lane-departure warning, lane-keep assistance, rear cross-traffic alert, and rear automatic emergency braking; the condition and functionality of these systems cannot be determined from the damage findings. NHTSA records list recalls 23V556000 for an incorrect tire and loading information label, 23V526000 concerning possible overheating of the Idle Stop & Go electric oil-pump controller, and 24V412000 concerning possible loss of electric power-steering assist. Recall 25V893000 is also listed for vehicles equipped with an optional Mobis trailer-hitch wiring harness; moisture entering the control module may cause trailer-light failure or an electrical short. The applicable recall repair status should be verified with Hyundai or an authorized dealer before purchase and operation.