2018 HYUNDAI TUCSON

The auction record lists a SALVAGE CERTIFICATE and identifies REAR END as the primary damage. Stage 1 reports that visible evidence supports the unverified REAR END claim through extensive removal of rear-end components and visible rear body deformation. However, the SALVAGE CERTIFICATE status cannot be confirmed from the photographs. The rear bumper cover is completely missing across the vehicle’s width, leaving the rear body structure, wiring, mounting points, and lower components exposed. Both rear tail-lamp assemblies are also absent, with the lamp cavities and wiring exposed; the openings are covered with green material. The rear liftgate has broad dents, creases, irregular deformation, and surface scuffing across its central and lower sections. The body-panel edges around both the left and right tail-lamp openings are deformed and irregular, with portions of the inner panels exposed. The upper rear roof spoiler has a raised, irregular section and an open gap at its roof mounting area. The VIN identifies this vehicle as a 2018 Hyundai Tucson SUV with four-wheel drive, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and a six-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Company in South Korea. An NHTSA recall is listed for certain 2016–2018 Tucson vehicles under campaign 20V543000. It concerns possible internal corrosion of the anti-lock brake hydraulic electronic control unit, which may cause an electrical short and an engine-compartment fire. The stated remedy is replacement of the HECU fuse; recall completion for this vehicle should be verified with Hyundai or an authorized dealer before purchase. A thorough inspection should also address the exposed rear wiring, body structure, lamp mounting areas, spoiler attachment, and any concealed structural or mechanical damage.