2025 KIA TELLURIDE

The auction record lists the vehicle’s primary damage as **REAR END** and its condition as **CERTIFICATE OF TITLE**. Stage 1 reports that the visible evidence supports the rear-end damage classification through extensive damage to the rear hatch, rear corner, tail lamp, and bumper. Stage 1 also notes that the certificate-of-title condition cannot be confirmed from the photographs. The rear hatch and central rear panel are severely deformed, with deep creasing and a large irregular depression across the center and right side. The rear corner and adjacent quarter-panel area are severely crushed and folded, with exposed internal components and torn panel edges. The tail-lamp assembly at the damaged corner is missing, leaving the lamp cavity and mounting area exposed. The rear bumper cover is broken and missing material at the damaged corner, with torn edges, separated sections, and exposed components. Additional cosmetic damage includes light scratches and scuffs on the visible side doors and lower rocker area, as well as light scuffing on the exterior side-mirror housing. The instrument display shows a “Check turn signal” message along with multiple illuminated warning indicators. The available findings do not establish the condition of the vehicle’s mechanical, structural, electrical, restraint, or safety-system components. A comprehensive physical inspection and diagnostic scan will be necessary, particularly because of the severity and location of the rear impact. VIN decoding identifies this vehicle as a 2025 Kia Telluride SUV/MPV with four-wheel drive, a 3.8-liter gasoline GDI Lambda II engine, and manufacture by Kia Georgia, Inc. in West Point, Georgia. The decoded equipment includes standard ABS, electronic stability and traction control, forward-collision warning, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assistance, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, rear automatic emergency braking, and a rear visibility system; the operational condition of these systems has not been confirmed. Official recalls identified for the 2025 Kia Telluride include door-belt molding trim that may detach, an incorrect temporary spare wheel and tire that may affect ABS and traction-control operation when installed, and a potential front-seat-back-frame defect on vehicles equipped with power front seats. Recall completion and applicability to this specific VIN should be verified with Kia or NHTSA before purchase.