2023 KIA SPORTAGE LX

The auction record lists a salvage title and identifies the primary damage as “FRONT END,” an unverified auction classification. Stage 1 reports that the visible severe damage at the front right corner—including crushed body panels, broken front-end components, and deployed airbags—supports that primary-damage claim. The 2023 Kia Sportage has severe collision damage concentrated at the front right corner. The right front fender is crushed and folded around the wheel arch, with large deformed sections and exposed components. The front bumper cover is torn and displaced, with missing sections and internal components visible. The right headlamp assembly is broken and partially absent, while the surrounding grille trim is broken and displaced. Additional bumper and lamp-area components are visibly missing. The hood is also deformed at its right front corner, with an uneven, raised edge adjacent to the damaged fender and headlamp area. Both the driver and front passenger airbags are visibly deployed. The findings do not establish the condition of the underlying structure, suspension, steering, cooling system, wiring, or other mechanical components; these areas require a thorough physical inspection and repair assessment. Factory data identifies this vehicle as a 2023 Kia Sportage LX SUV with a gasoline 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine, eight-speed automatic transmission, and 4x2 drive. The VIN is KNDPU3AF0P7035470. It was manufactured by Kia Corporation in South Korea. NHTSA records list six recalls for this make, model, and year: an alternator battery-terminal issue that may cause stalling or an electrical surge; possible twisting of the side-curtain airbags; a digital instrument-cluster display failure; a brake-booster issue that may reduce power assistance; an Idle Stop & Go electric oil-pump controller that may overheat; and roof molding that may loosen and detach. Recall completion should be verified with Kia or an authorized dealer before the vehicle is considered roadworthy.