2026 HYUNDAI TUCSON SEL, SEL Plus

This 2026 Hyundai Tucson (VIN 5NMJB3DE1TH620477) is listed with a salvage/rebuildable title and an auction primary-damage classification of “REAR END.” Stage 1 reports that the visible severe rear-end damage supports the stated primary-damage classification; however, the salvage/rebuildable title status cannot be confirmed from photos. The rear liftgate is severely crushed and folded through the center and lower sections, with sharp creases and displaced metal. The rear liftgate glass is missing, leaving the interior exposed. The liftgate opening surround also shows significant deformation, exposed edges, and displaced painted metal and trim. The rear bumper cover is broken and detached along the lower edge, with missing or displaced sections and exposed underlying components. The left rear bumper corner is pulled away from the body, with broken plastic and exposed attachment points. Moderate damage is also visible at the front. The front lower grille and adjacent black plastic components are broken and displaced, while the lower front bumper fascia has breaks and missing or displaced plastic around the lower opening and corner area. A visible instrument-cluster message states, “Check Active Air Flap System,” accompanied by a warning indicator. This active air flap system warning should be diagnosed before the vehicle is considered road-ready. According to the VIN decode, this is a U.S.-built Tucson SUV with front-wheel drive (4x2), a gasoline 2.5-liter four-cylinder GDI Theta III engine, and a listed output of 187 horsepower. The vehicle was manufactured by Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama in Montgomery, Alabama. NHTSA records list several recalls for 2026 Tucson vehicles. These include campaign 25V549000 for potentially improperly tightened engine connecting-rod bolts, with an engine replacement remedy; campaigns 26V047000 and 26V400000 for instrument-panel display software; campaign 26V254000 for possible misassembly of B-pillar side-impact sensors; and campaign 26V316000 for front-camera software that may cause premature automatic braking. Recall applicability and completion should be verified by VIN with Hyundai or NHTSA before purchase, and all outstanding repairs should be completed. The vehicle should also undergo a full structural, glass, restraint-system, electrical, mechanical, and diagnostic inspection before rebuilding or use.