2021 KIA SORENTO S

This 2021 Kia Sorento is listed with a salvage title, and the auction identifies the primary damage as “SIDE.” Stage 1 reports that the extensive deformation and scuffing visible on the left side support the unverified SIDE damage claim; however, the salvage-title status cannot be confirmed from photographs. The left front door outer panel is severely crushed and deeply creased, particularly around the handle, lower section, and front/rear door seam. The left rear door has a large irregular dent with multiple creases and light-colored scuffing across the middle and lower areas. The lower side molding or rocker-panel trim is absent or displaced along the damaged section, with several mounting points visible. These findings indicate substantial collision damage to the left-side doors and adjacent lower trim. The condition of the door functions, hinges, locks, window mechanisms, side-impact protection, rocker structure, and related internal components should be physically inspected. The VIN decode identifies this vehicle as a left-hand-drive, seven-seat 2021 Kia Sorento SUV with four-wheel drive, a gasoline 2.5-liter four-cylinder GDI Theta-III engine, and an eight-speed automatic transmission. It is listed as the S trim and was manufactured by Kia Motors Manufacturing Georgia in the United States. The supplied records list four NHTSA safety recalls for this model year. Recall 21V519000 concerns a possible fuel leak on certain Sorento vehicles equipped with 2.5-liter turbocharged engines. Recall 22V703000 concerns a possible electrical short in the tow-hitch harness module on vehicles equipped with an applicable original or dealer-installed tow hitch. Recall 22V760000 concerns possible loss of drive power related to the automatic transmission oil pump and fail-safe operation. Recall 25V649000 concerns inadequate HVAC blower-motor wiring that may result in a fire. Recall applicability and completion should be confirmed by checking this VIN with Kia or NHTSA before purchase.