2017 HYUNDAI TUCSON SE (no options)

This 2017 Hyundai Tucson is listed with a salvage certificate and an auction primary-damage classification of FRONT END. The auction classification is an unverified claim; however, Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports it, with substantial damage to the hood, front bumper cover, front-right headlamp area, front-right fender, and adjacent fascia. The hood has a broad depression with multiple creases and an unevenly raised leading edge. The front bumper cover is missing from the front-right corner and center-side area, exposing internal components and wiring. The front-right headlamp assembly is absent, with its mounting components and wiring exposed. The front-right fender and wheel-arch area contain broken and displaced body material, with open gaps around the headlamp and grille. The front-right grille and fascia are also broken or missing, exposing components behind the front fascia. The VIN decodes this vehicle as a 2017 Hyundai Tucson SUV with front-wheel drive (4x2), a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and a six-speed automatic transmission. It was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Company in South Korea. NHTSA recall records list three recalls associated with certain 2017 Tucson vehicles: an accessory trailer-hitch wiring-harness issue, a potential connecting-rod-bearing failure that may cause engine damage, and an HECU corrosion issue that may result in an electrical short and engine-compartment fire. Recall applicability to this specific vehicle, as well as completion status, should be verified with Hyundai using the VIN. Because the front-end structure and multiple components are exposed or missing, a complete physical inspection is required before purchase. This should include the underlying front structure, cooling and electrical systems, lighting, safety systems, and the operation and alignment of the hood and front body panels.