2017 HYUNDAI TUCSON

The auction record lists the vehicle as having a salvage title and identifies “FRONT END” as the primary damage. These are auction-reported designations. Stage 1’s photo review found that the visible evidence supports the front-end damage claim, with substantial damage to the front bumper, grille area, hood edge, and left-front bodywork; the salvage-title status cannot be verified from the photos. Visible damage includes a moderately deformed hood at the left-front and center edges, with a pronounced crease, scuffed paint, and an uneven gap above the grille. The left-front bumper cover is severely broken and partially missing, with jagged plastic edges, separated sections, and internal components and wiring exposed. The lower left-front bumper and fog-lamp area also contains broken and displaced plastic, open gaps, and exposed brackets, wiring, and other components. The left side of the grille surround and adjacent trim are broken and pulled away from the grille opening. The leading edge of the left-front fender near the headlamp and wheel opening is deformed, with exposed broken edges. A section of the upper plastic cover in the left-side front compartment/radiator-cover area is also broken, leaving a jagged opening. According to the VIN decoding information, this is a 2017 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. Three NHTSA recalls are listed for 2017 Tucson vehicles. 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 lead to engine damage, stalling, or fire; the remedy includes engine inspection, possible engine replacement, and installation of a Knock Sensor Detection System software update. Recall 20V543000 concerns possible corrosion of the ABS/traction-control hydraulic electronic control unit, which may cause an electrical short and engine-compartment fire; the listed remedy includes replacement of the HECU fuse. Recall completion for this specific vehicle should be confirmed by checking the VIN with Hyundai or an authorized dealer before purchase. A thorough inspection is recommended, including the cooling system, wiring, lighting, restraint and safety systems, front structural components, steering and suspension, and any components behind the damaged bumper.