2022 HYUNDAI TUCSON SEL

The auction record lists the vehicle as “CERT OF TITLE-SALVAGE” with “SIDE” as the primary damage classification. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the SIDE classification because the left-side doors and rear quarter panel are visibly damaged; however, the photos cannot confirm the salvage-title status. The vehicle has extensive visible collision damage concentrated on the left side and both front and rear corners. The left front bumper cover is cracked and deformed, with missing fascia material near the lower lamp opening. The hood is misaligned at its front edge, with an uneven gap relative to the grille and left front body panel. The front grille also has broken or displaced elements and missing or separated lower pieces. The left front door has a pronounced dent with multiple creases, scraped areas, and discolored paint. The lower left rear door and adjacent rocker area show additional dents, creases, and dark scrape marks. More severe damage is visible at the left rear quarter panel, which is crushed and torn around the wheel arch, with exposed inner components and missing outer body material. The wheel-arch molding is missing, and its mounting points are exposed. The left rear bumper corner is torn, displaced, and separated from the body, with exposed mounting areas and internal components. The VIN decode identifies this as a 2022 Hyundai Tucson SEL SUV with four-wheel drive, a 2.5-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and an eight-speed automatic transmission. The vehicle was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama in the United States. NHTSA records identify three recall campaigns for this model year: campaign 21V938000 concerning ICU software that could affect headlight or taillight operation; campaign 23V038000 concerning roof moldings that may detach; and campaign 25V893000 concerning an optional trailer-hitch wiring harness that may allow moisture intrusion, causing trailer-light failure or an electrical short. The individual completion status of these recalls for this VIN should be verified with Hyundai or NHTSA before purchase. A physical inspection should also assess the damaged body structure, mounting points, lighting, suspension, wheel and tire area, electrical systems, and overall repair quality.