2020 HYUNDAI TUCSON

The auction record lists the vehicle as having a salvage certificate of title, with “SIDE” recorded as the primary damage. Stage 1’s assessment found that the visible evidence supports this side-damage claim: pronounced collision damage is visible on the left rear door, left rear quarter-panel area, and adjacent lower side area. The left rear door has severe inward deformation across its lower and middle sections, with multiple sharp creases and extensive scraped paint. The left rear quarter panel and wheel-arch area have a large irregular dent, creasing, and areas where the surface paint is scraped or missing. The lower rocker/side-cladding area beneath the left rear door also shows irregular deformation and heavy scuffing. Several minor dark or grayish stains are visible on the rear seat cushion and adjacent upholstery. According to the VIN decode, this is a 2020 Hyundai Tucson SUV with a 2.0-liter gasoline four-cylinder engine, a six-speed automatic transmission, and 4x2 drivetrain. The vehicle was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Company in South Korea. One NHTSA safety recall is listed for this model and year: recall 20V543000 concerns possible internal corrosion of the anti-lock brake hydraulic electronic control unit, which could cause an electrical short and potentially an engine-compartment fire. The listed remedy includes replacement of the HECU fuse and an electronic stability control software update, performed free of charge. Recall completion should be verified with Hyundai or an authorized dealer before purchase and operation.