2019 HYUNDAI TUCSON SE

The auction lists this 2019 Hyundai Tucson as having a salvage title and identifies the primary damage as “REAR END.” Stage 1 reports that the visible extensive liftgate and rear bumper damage supports the stated rear-end damage claim; however, the salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from exterior photographs. The rear bumper cover is missing across large sections, particularly at the right rear corner, exposing body panels and other components. The remaining bumper material is severely deformed, cracked, displaced, heavily scraped, and separated from the vehicle, with a pronounced split in the lower right section. The left rear bumper corner also has missing outer material and exposed inner components near the left rear lamp. The rear liftgate has a large, deeply crushed area across the lower center and both sides of the outer panel. The exterior trim and license-plate mounting panel are missing, leaving the inner liftgate surface and mounting points exposed. In addition, the front bumper cover has black scuffing and cracks on both sides of the grille. The available findings document substantial exterior collision damage, but they do not establish the condition of the underlying structure, rear body components, lighting, sensors, wiring, restraint systems, drivetrain, or mechanical systems. A comprehensive inspection is recommended before purchase, including checks for hidden structural damage, correct liftgate and bumper operation, and the condition of exposed components. VIN decoding identifies the vehicle as a South Korean-built 2019 Hyundai Tucson SE SUV with front-wheel drive (4x2), a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and a six-speed automatic transmission. One NHTSA safety recall is listed for this vehicle model and year: recall 20V543000 concerns possible internal corrosion of the anti-lock brake hydraulic electronic control unit, which could cause an electrical short and an engine-compartment fire. The recall remedy includes replacement of the HECU fuse and an electronic stability control software update, performed free of charge by Hyundai. Recall completion for this vehicle should be verified by VIN before operation.