2018 HYUNDAI TUCSON SE Standard

This 2018 Hyundai Tucson is listed by the auction with a “CERT OF TITLE SLVG REBUILDABLE” designation and “REAR END” as the primary damage. The rear-end damage claim is supported by Stage 1’s assessment: substantial damage is visibly present to the rear liftgate and bumper. However, the salvage/rebuildable title status cannot be confirmed from exterior photographs. The rear liftgate has a large dent and multiple sharp creases across the lower center and left side. Its lower edge is uneven, and the panel is visibly deformed. The rear bumper cover is severely damaged: it is broken, displaced, partially separated from the vehicle, and protruding outward across the center and left side. Sections of the bumper are missing from the right and center areas, exposing rear body panels, wiring, mounting points, and other underlying components. The left rear corner and lower bumper section are also pulled away from the body, with one section hanging outward. The VIN identifies this vehicle as a South Korea-built 2018 Hyundai Tucson SUV with front-wheel drive (4x2), a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and a six-speed automatic transmission. The decoded trim is SE Standard. An official NHTSA recall is listed for this model year: campaign 20V543000, involving possible internal corrosion of the ABS/traction-control hydraulic electronic control unit and an associated electrical short that could cause an engine-compartment fire. The stated remedy includes replacement of the HECU fuse, with repairs performed free of charge. Recall completion should be verified by VIN with Hyundai before purchase. Due to the extent of the visible rear damage and exposed components, a comprehensive structural, electrical, and mechanical inspection is recommended before repair or registration.