2016 JEEP PATRIOT LATITUDE FWD

The vehicle is a 2016 Jeep Patriot Latitude, identified by VIN 1C4NJPFA2GD613168. NHTSA decoding identifies it as a front-wheel-drive SUV/MPV with a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine. It was manufactured by FCA US LLC at the Belvidere Assembly plant in the United States. The auction records list the vehicle as “CERT OF TITLE-FLOOD SALVAGE,” with “WATER/FLOOD” recorded as the primary damage. Stage 1’s photo assessment states that these flood and water-damage claims are not supported by the available images: the exterior, interior, engine bay, and dashboard show no visible tide lines, water staining, silt, mold-like discoloration, or visible corrosion. The instrument cluster displays normally, although ABS, traction-control, brake, and seatbelt warning indicators are illuminated. Photo inspection cannot establish the vehicle’s complete condition. The visible body damage is limited to minor cosmetic scuffing and scratching at the front. Several light, narrow scuff marks are visible across the painted front bumper and lower grille surround. Additional light linear scratches and paint scuffing appear along the lower edge of the grille surround. No other damage findings were provided. NHTSA lists recall campaign 16V907000 for certain 2016 Jeep Patriot vehicles manufactured from May 9, 2016, through July 15, 2016. The crankshaft or camshaft sensor connector may operate intermittently and cause the engine to stall. The stated remedy is replacement of the connector by an authorized dealer at no charge. The vehicle’s build date and recall completion status should be verified with an authorized Jeep dealer.