2016 HYUNDAI TUCSON SE

The auction record lists the vehicle’s condition as “Clear” and identifies “Front End” as the primary damage. Stage 1 reports that the visible severe front-end damage supports the stated “Front End” classification and contradicts the auction’s “Clear” condition claim. The most significant damage is concentrated at the front. The hood has broad, severe deformation across the front edge and center, with a raised central section, deep creases, an irregular front profile, and a large gap near the fender and left headlamp. The front bumper cover is severely torn and cracked on the left and center areas, with open gaps, fractured edges, and missing visible fascia material. The lower grille has broken and displaced trim, with an open section exposing components behind it. The left headlamp is separated from the adjacent hood and bumper edges, leaving a pronounced gap. Additional severe separation and irregular openings are visible around the front fascia, grille, and bumper. The rear bumper also has moderate damage. The lower right corner has an open split, broken material, and a separated section extending along the lower bumper edge. The lower black bumper trim is torn and has missing material near the right side. Minor cosmetic damage includes surface scuffs and paint abrasion on the front bumper and hood, along with light horizontal scuffing on the visible side doors. The VIN decodes as a 2016 Hyundai Tucson sport utility vehicle manufactured by Hyundai Motor Company in South Korea. It is identified with a 2.0-liter, four-cylinder gasoline engine. The decode does not provide the drivetrain or transmission type. NHTSA recall records identify several campaigns associated with 2016 Tucson vehicles. Recall 16V628000 concerns the transmission control module on vehicles equipped with the 7-speed EcoShift dual-clutch transmission and addresses a possible loss of vehicle movement under certain conditions. Recall 16V842000 concerns an accessory trailer-hitch wiring harness that may cause trailer brake lights to remain illuminated. Recall 16V147000 concerns an accessory trailer-hitch harness that may affect trailer turn-signal operation. Recall 16V348000 concerns the secondary hood latch, which may not adequately secure the hood after release of the primary latch. Recall 20V543000 concerns the HECU fuse following an internal corrosion-related short-circuit risk that could result in an engine-compartment fire. Applicability and completion status for this specific vehicle should be confirmed with Hyundai using the VIN, particularly for recalls involving optional equipment or specific production ranges. The visible damage indicates a substantial front-end collision repair requirement, including replacement or repair of the hood, front bumper and grille components, and inspection of the left headlamp mounting area and underlying structure. The rear bumper and trim will also require repair or replacement. A complete mechanical, structural, lighting, restraint-system, and safety inspection is recommended before purchase.