2016 JEEP RENEGADE LATITUDE 4X2

The auction records list the vehicle as a salvage certificate with a stated damage level of more than 75%, and identify the primary damage as front-end damage. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the front-end classification, with substantial damage at the front right fender and hood corner. However, the photos do not establish damage exceeding 75% of the vehicle, so that portion of the auction claim cannot be confirmed from the visible evidence. The front right fender and wheel-arch area are severely crushed and folded around the headlamp and wheel opening. The paint is disrupted, and underlying material is exposed. The black plastic wheel-arch trim is missing. The front right corner of the hood also has a raised and folded deformation adjacent to the damaged fender. These findings indicate that the front-end area will require significant repair and replacement work. The condition of components behind the visible exterior damage, including the headlamp area, suspension, steering, cooling system, and structural mounting points, is not established by these findings and should be physically inspected. A known concern is the ABS system: the instrument cluster displays “Service ABS” and the ABS warning indicator is illuminated. The available evidence does not identify the cause or confirm a specific failed component. Diagnostic scanning and a complete brake and wheel-speed-sensor inspection are recommended. Two recalls are listed for this model year. Campaign 16V545000 applies to certain 2015–2016 Renegade vehicles equipped with the factory-installed optional trailer hitch package; the hitch may have been secured with insufficient fasteners and requires inspection and, if necessary, additional fasteners. Campaign 16E013000 applies to certain aftermarket Daystar rear control-arm brackets included with a specific 1.5-inch spacer kit; affected brackets may require inspection and replacement. Applicability should be verified using the vehicle identification number and by checking whether the relevant equipment is installed.