2018 HYUNDAI TUCSON

The auction record identifies this vehicle as having a SALVAGE VEHICLE TITLE, with REAR END listed as the primary damage. Stage 1 reports that the visible extensive rear damage supports the stated REAR END claim; however, the SALVAGE VEHICLE TITLE status cannot be confirmed from exterior photographs. The main damage is concentrated at the rear. The liftgate outer panel has a severe, irregular depression with multiple creases across the lower and central areas, extending around the lower edge. The rear bumper cover and lower rear fascia trim are missing, exposing the rear body panel, mounting areas, lower structure, exhaust outlet, brackets, and other metal components. Exterior bumper-side components are also absent at both the right and left rear corners. A large gray bumper cover and several black and red rear exterior parts are detached and shown on the ground behind the vehicle. Multiple wires and electrical connectors are hanging exposed below the liftgate and behind the removed bumper area. Their condition and the condition of the related rear sensors, connectors, mounting points, and body structure require physical inspection before repair or operation. The available findings do not establish the condition of the vehicle’s mechanical systems, alignment, exhaust system, rear lighting, or safety systems. Inside, several irregular darker stains are visible on the light-colored rear seat cushion. No known failure-pattern flags were provided. The VIN decodes this vehicle as a 2018 Hyundai Tucson SUV with front-wheel drive (4x2), a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and a six-speed automatic transmission. It was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Co. in South Korea. The decoded equipment includes standard ABS, electronic stability control, traction control, curtain airbags for the first and second rows, front and side airbags, direct tire-pressure monitoring, and a standard rear visibility system. NHTSA recall campaign 20V543000 applies to certain 2016–2018 Tucson vehicles. The anti-lock brake hydraulic electronic control unit may corrode internally and cause an electrical short, potentially resulting in an engine-compartment fire. The listed remedy is replacement of the HECU fuse, with recall repairs performed free of charge. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Hyundai or an authorized dealer before purchase or road use.