2019 HYUNDAI TUCSON

The vehicle is listed with a certificate-of-title condition and HAIL as the auction’s primary damage classification. Stage 1 reports that the hail claim is not supported by the visible evidence: the hood, roof, and rear deck/tailgate appear largely smooth, without the numerous shallow dents typically associated with hail damage. The certificate-of-title condition is administrative and cannot be verified from the available photos. The documented physical finding is a large black plastic underbody panel detached from the front underside and lying on the ground in front of the vehicle. The corresponding panel is absent from the visible underside. This is assessed as moderate collision-related damage. The panel, its mounting points, and any surrounding underside components should be inspected for additional damage before purchase. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2019 Hyundai Tucson SUV with four-wheel drive, a 2.4-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and a seven-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Company in South Korea. NHTSA recall 20V543000 applies to certain 2019–2021 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 remedy includes replacement of the HECU fuse and an electronic stability control software update, performed free of charge by Hyundai. Recall completion should be confirmed with Hyundai or an authorized dealer before operation.