2026 HYUNDAI TUCSON SEL, SEL Plus

The vehicle is a 2026 Hyundai Tucson with an auction designation of “CERT OF TITLE-SALVAGE.” The auction lists the primary damage as “TOP/ROOF.” Stage 1 reports that the visible photos do not support this primary-damage claim: the roof appears intact, with no clearly visible deformation. Stage 1 also notes that the salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from exterior photos. The documented damage is moderate collision damage to the driver-side exterior mirror. The outer mirror housing and reflective glass are missing, leaving the mounting assembly and internal components exposed. Replacement of the mirror assembly and inspection of its wiring, mounting points, and related driver-assistance functions will be required. According to the VIN decode, this is a four-wheel-drive SUV built in the United States by Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama. It has a 2.5-liter gasoline four-cylinder GDI Theta III engine, rated at 187 horsepower. The decode identifies SEL or SEL Plus trim possibilities; transmission details were not provided. NHTSA records list five recalls for the 2025–2026 Tucson range represented here: an engine connecting-rod-bolt issue that may cause engine damage or loss of drive power; instrument-cluster software defects that may disable the display; potentially misassembled side-impact sensors that could delay air-bag deployment; forward-collision-avoidance software that may cause unexpected braking; and a further instrument-cluster software recall. Recall completion and applicability to this specific VIN should be verified with Hyundai or an authorized dealer before purchase.