2022 KIA SELTOS EX

The 2022 Kia Seltos is listed with a salvage title and an auction primary-damage classification of “REAR END.” Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports this claim, with severe rear deformation and missing or broken components visible. The rear liftgate is deeply crushed and creased across the license-plate recess and lower section, with torn and irregular panel surfaces. Large portions of the rear bumper cover are broken or missing, particularly on the left side and lower center, leaving internal components exposed. The left rear bumper corner and adjacent lower trim are broken and displaced, while the right rear corner also has missing or damaged bumper and trim pieces with inner components visible. Repairs will likely require substantial replacement of the liftgate, bumper assembly, corner trim, and potentially concealed rear structural or electrical components; the extent of any hidden damage should be confirmed through a physical inspection. Orange-brown staining and residue are visible on the right side of the rear seat upholstery, including the backrest, cushion, cushion edge, and adjacent seat area. According to the NHTSA VIN decode, this is a South Korean-built Seltos SUV with four-wheel drive, a 2.0-liter four-cylinder gasoline engine, and a continuously variable transmission. The decoded vehicle is identified as the EX trim and is equipped with listed standard features including adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, lane-keeping and lane-departure systems, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and a rear visibility system. NHTSA recall campaign 25V099000 is listed for certain 2021–2023 Kia Seltos vehicles. The recall concerns incorrectly manufactured piston oil rings that may cause engine damage, potentially resulting in a stall or fire. Kia’s stated remedy is inspection and engine replacement as necessary, together with installation of piston-ring noise sensing system software, at no charge. Recall completion should be verified with Kia before purchase.