2021 HYUNDAI VENUE SE

The vehicle is a 2021 Hyundai Venue SE, VIN KMHRB8A37MU105735. Factory data identifies it as a front-wheel-drive wagon with a 1.6-liter gasoline engine and continuously variable transmission, built in South Korea. The auction record lists the condition as “Clear” and the primary damage as “Left Front.” However, the Stage 1 assessment states that the visible evidence contradicts the “Clear” condition claim because substantial collision damage is present at the left front corner. It also confirms that the visible damage is consistent with the stated “Left Front” primary-damage location. The left front corner has severe damage. The left headlamp and other front lamp assemblies are missing, leaving open cavities with wiring, mounting areas, and internal components exposed. A detached headlamp, slim lamp assembly, grille pieces, trim parts, and loose fasteners were also recorded on the ground. The remaining headlamp housing is broken and separated. The front bumper and fascia are extensively damaged, with large missing sections, cracked and torn plastic, separated panel edges, and exposed internal areas. The lower bumper trim is displaced and hanging below the vehicle. The left front fender has a large displaced section around the lamp and wheel-arch area, with cracked and separated edges. The front-left hood edge and corner are deformed and raised, creating a wide, uneven gap above the damaged fender and fascia. Minor surface scuffing is also present on the left front door and adjacent side panel. The findings indicate that this vehicle requires substantial front-end collision repair, including replacement or repair of the left front lighting components, bumper and fascia, fender, grille and trim, and likely associated mounting and internal components. Because the visible damage exposes internal areas, the condition of the underlying structure, cooling components, wiring, sensors, suspension, steering, and safety systems cannot be determined from these findings alone and should be physically inspected before purchase. The detached parts should also be checked for completeness and usability. NHTSA records list front seat-belt pretensioner recalls for certain 2021 Venue vehicles, including recall 22V458000, which replaced and expanded recall 21V796000. The pretensioners may deploy abnormally and project metal fragments; the stated remedy is installation of a securing cap by a dealer at no charge. Recall completion should be verified with Hyundai or an authorized dealer using the VIN.