2018 HYUNDAI TUCSON

The vehicle is a 2018 Hyundai Tucson, VIN KM8J3CA45JU721225, listed with a salvage title. The auction identified the primary damage as “rear end.” However, Stage 1 reported that the visible evidence does not support this claim: the rear exterior appeared intact in the provided photos, with no clearly visible rear collision damage. The documented damage is limited to a moderate tear in the outer side bolster of the driver’s seat. Tan-colored underlying material is visible through the opening, and part of the upholstery covering is loose along the lower side. According to the VIN decode, this is a left-hand-drive SUV equipped with 4WD, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and a six-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Co. in South Korea. An NHTSA recall, campaign 20V543000, applies to certain 2016–2018 Tucson vehicles. The anti-lock brake hydraulic electronic control unit (HECU) may corrode internally and cause an electrical short, potentially resulting in an engine-compartment fire. The specified remedy is replacement of the HECU fuse at no charge. Recall completion should be verified with Hyundai or an authorized dealer using the VIN.