2020 HYUNDAI TUCSON SE

The vehicle is listed by the auction with a salvage certificate of title and “FRONT END” as the primary-damage classification. Stage 1 reports that the visible, extensive front-end collision damage supports the stated primary-damage claim; however, the salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from photos. The hood panel is severely crushed, with extensive crumpling, folding, and deep deformation across the front and center sections. The front bumper cover has moderate cracking and deformation in the lower-left area, along with irregular openings around the grille and lower fascia. The silver grille surround is displaced and separated from the bumper at multiple upper corners, with irregular and broken-looking edges. Both front airbags are visibly deployed: the driver airbag from the steering wheel and the passenger airbag from the dashboard. Replacement of the airbags and inspection of the complete supplemental restraint system will be required, along with assessment of the underlying front-end structure, cooling and mechanical components, wiring, sensors, and steering or suspension components. These areas are not confirmed by the provided findings. VIN decoding identifies a 2020 Hyundai Tucson SE SUV with four-wheel drive, a 2.0-liter gasoline four-cylinder engine, and a six-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Co. in South Korea. A relevant NHTSA recall is listed under campaign 20V543000 for certain 2019–2021 Tucson vehicles. The recall concerns possible internal corrosion and electrical shorting in the ABS/traction-control electronic control unit, which could result in an engine-compartment fire. The remedy includes replacement of the HECU fuse and an ESC software update. Recall completion should be verified with Hyundai before purchase or road use.