2017 HYUNDAI TUCSON

The auction record identifies the vehicle as a 2017 Hyundai Tucson with a salvage title and lists FRONT END as the primary damage. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the stated FRONT END damage code; however, the salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from photographs. The front bumper cover, central grille, and surrounding grille fascia are missing. Both front corner fascia sections are also absent, exposing internal brackets, plastic supports, wiring, and the washer-fluid reservoir area near the visible front wheel. The radiator and condenser are openly exposed, and multiple areas of the visible cooling-stack fins appear bent, particularly across the lower and central sections. Several plastic mounting components below and beside a headlamp are broken or missing. The condition of the underlying structural, cooling, electrical, lighting, restraint, and mechanical components requires physical inspection and testing. According to the VIN decode, this is a 2017 Hyundai Tucson SUV/MPV built by Hyundai Motor Co. in South Korea. It is equipped with a gasoline 2.0-liter four-cylinder GDI Nu engine, a six-speed automatic transmission, and four-wheel drive. NHTSA records list three recalls for this vehicle’s make, model, and year. Recall 16V842000 concerns an accessory trailer-hitch wiring harness that may cause trailer brake lights to remain illuminated. Recall 21V727000 concerns premature connecting-rod-bearing wear, which may cause engine damage, stalling, or fire; the remedy includes engine inspection, possible replacement, and installation of a Knock Sensor Detection System software update. Recall 20V543000 concerns possible internal corrosion of the anti-lock brake hydraulic electronic control unit, which may result in an engine-compartment fire; the remedy includes replacement of the HECU fuse. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Hyundai or an authorized dealer before purchase.