2023 HYUNDAI TUCSON SE

The vehicle is listed with a salvage certificate, and the auction identifies the rear end as the primary damage area. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the rear-end damage claim because the rear bumper cover and associated corner components are missing; extensive front-end damage is also visible. The salvage certificate status cannot be confirmed from the photographs. The front end has severe collision damage. The front bumper cover, grille, and fascia are missing, exposing the radiator/condenser area, wiring, brackets, and inner mounting structures. Both headlamp assemblies are absent, leaving open lamp cavities and internal components exposed. The hood has pronounced creasing and deformation along the leading edge and center front, and the visible front fender has a moderate dent and irregular crease around the upper wheel arch and front corner. The rear bumper assembly is also extensively damaged or missing. The rear bumper cover, both corner sections, and the lower outer fascia are absent, exposing brackets, wiring, mounting points, and other underlying components. Sections of the rear wheel-arch trim are missing, with mounting holes and panel edges visible. The supplied recall information lists two campaigns for applicable 2023 Tucson vehicles. Recall 23V526000 concerns the Idle Stop & Go electric oil-pump controller, which may overheat and increase the risk of fire; the stated remedy is inspection and replacement of the controller as necessary. Recall 25V893000 concerns an optional Mobis trailer-hitch wiring harness that may allow moisture into its control module, potentially causing trailer-light failure or an electrical short; the stated remedy is removal of the harness and installation of a dust cap. Recall applicability and completion should be verified by VIN with Hyundai or NHTSA before purchase.