2022 HYUNDAI TUCSON

The vehicle is listed as a 2022 Hyundai Tucson with an auction condition of “PERMIT SALVAGE” and an auction primary-damage classification of “FRONT END.” Stage 1 reports that the visible extensive front-end collision damage supports the FRONT END classification. Stage 1 also notes that the permit-salvage status cannot be confirmed from exterior photographs. The front end has severe collision damage. The hood is extensively crushed and folded, with deep creases, torn metal, and exposed damaged edges. The front bumper cover, grille assemblies, lower trim, and one headlamp assembly are missing. The front fender on the photographed side is also absent, exposing the wheel-arch area, mounting points, wiring, brackets, and other inner components. The radiator and condenser area is visibly bent and crushed, and detached bumper- and grille-related parts, along with a lamp-related assembly, are lying on the ground. Lower front underbody and plastic trim pieces are hanging loose. Additional damage is present at the rear, where the lower and central areas of the liftgate have broad dents, sharp creases, and localized deformation. The steering-wheel center cover or airbag module is missing, leaving the hub and electrical connectors exposed. The windshield has multiple branching cracks in the upper driver-side area. Light abrasion is visible on the outer rear surface of the front passenger seatback. The supplied NHTSA VIN decode identifies a 2022 Hyundai multipurpose passenger vehicle manufactured by Hyundai Motor Company in Ulsan, South Korea. Model and drivetrain details were not returned by the decode. The supplied recall records list three campaigns for 2022 Tucson vehicles. Recall 21V938000 concerns incompatible Integrated Central Control Unit software that could cause the headlights or taillights to become inoperative; the record states that affected vehicles were repaired by a free software update. Recall 23V038000 concerns roof moldings that may detach; the remedy is inspection and replacement or securing of the moldings as necessary. Recall 25V893000 applies to vehicles equipped with an optional Mobis trailer-hitch wiring harness; incorrectly installed wiring may allow moisture into the control module and cause trailer-light failure or an electrical short. The vehicle’s individual recall completion status and equipment applicability should be verified by VIN with Hyundai or NHTSA. The visible damage indicates extensive front-end collision involvement, including missing exterior components, damaged cooling components, exposed wiring, and a missing steering-wheel airbag module. Mechanical, electrical, restraint-system, and structural condition cannot be determined from the supplied findings and should be physically inspected before purchase or repair.