What damage type is reported for this KIA Forte?

The primary recorded damage on file is "Front end". Auction reports log primary and secondary damage categories to assess structural, mechanical, or cosmetic repair requirements.

Are there any open NHTSA safety recalls on this vehicle?

There are 2 official NHTSA safety recall(s) on record for this 2021 KIA Forte. Detailed recall summaries and free manufacturer remedy instructions are listed in the Safety section above.

How does salvage auction pricing compare to clean retail value?

Salvage and insurance auction vehicles generally sell at 30% to 70% below clean market retail, depending on title status, primary damage severity, and whether the vehicle is verified as run-and-drive.

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2021 KIA Forte

VIN: 3KPF24AD5ME338889Run and DriveFront end

Final Auction Bid

$8,500

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Damage Index: 6/10

This 2021 KIA Forte (VIN: 3KPF24AD5ME338889) was cataloged in salvage auction records at Knoxville (TN) with a final bid of $8,500. Primary damage recorded is Front end with 2 active NHTSA safety recall(s).

Auction Sold

$8,500

Primary Damage

Front end

Location

Knoxville (TN)

Auction Date

July 21, 2024

Auction Final Bid$8,500

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Final Bid

$8,500

Est. Retail Value

$16

Savings

N/A

Primary Damage

Front end

Condition

Run and Drive

Odometer

47 907 mi (77 099 km)

Damage Analysis

6/10

High Damage

Front end

Damage Location Map

1 area affected

Front End

Front bumper, hood, headlights, radiator area

Damage Legend

Primary Damage

Front end

Secondary Damage

No Damage

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Vehicle Timeline

Manufactured

2021

Vehicle was manufactured and entered service as a 2021 model year vehicle.

Damage Event

June 2024

Vehicle sustained front end damage and was declared a total loss or salvage.

Auction Listed

2024-07-21

Vehicle was listed on a public salvage auction platform (Copart or IAAI) for bidding.

Sold at Auction

Latest

July 21, 2024

Vehicle was sold to the highest bidder at the salvage auction.

NHTSA Recalls

2 recalls

AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE

#21V164000

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Telluride, K5, and Forte vehicles. The Occupant Classification and Detection System (OCS/ODS) unit may not detect the presence of a child restraint system in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will replace the OCS/ODS unit, free of charge. The recall began March 18, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC207.

STEERING:COLUMN

#22V304000

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Rio and Forte vehicles. A bolt in the steering column may not be secured properly, which can cause the steering column to detach from the steering rack and result in a loss of steering control.

Remedy: Dealers will tighten the lower steering column u-joint retention bolt, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 27, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall SC235.

2021 KIA Forte Auction Analysis & Record Context

This report represents historical salvage auction aggregation for the 2021 KIA Forte, designated by Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 3KPF24AD5ME338889. Historical records document the vehicle being cataloged through salvage auction inventory originating out of the Knoxville (TN) facility.

The vehicle was branded with a primary damage attribution of Front end alongside documented secondary damage noted as -. Under standard automotive insurance appraisal practices, vehicles categorized under this loss type are evaluated against localized fair retail thresholds (estimated in clean condition at $16) prior to disposition. The final bid registered during auction conclusion was recorded at $8,500.

Notice: Auction data, repair indexes, and retail values are compiled for informational and historical audit purposes. Prospective rebuilders or buyers should conduct independent on-site mechanic inspections before participating in live vehicle transactions.

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Verified auction answers & intelligence for VIN: 3KPF24AD5ME338889

This 2021 KIA Forte (VIN: 3KPF24AD5ME338889) recorded a final auction bid of $8,500 at the Knoxville (TN) facility.

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Severity Index6/10

Risk LevelModerate

Moderate structural or mechanical impact. Professional frame & mechanical inspection recommended.

Low RiskModerateCritical

Estimated Repair Range

NaNNaNExceeds Normal Threshold

Calibrated from official insurance estimator

Market PositionNear Retail Ceiling

Slim rebuilding margin vs undamaged

* Computed by AutoBidTrace analytical models using historical salvage auction spreads and damage category baselines. Independent physical appraisal recommended prior to bidding.

Market Comparison

Avg Sale Price

$12,075

Min Sale Price

$8,500

Max Sale Price

$15,650

Total Auctions

Min: $8,500This vehicle: $8,500Max: $15,650

This vehicle sold at below average compared to 2 similar vehicles

Auction Details

Lot #: #55551874
Auction House: IAAI
Location: Knoxville (TN)
Country: -
Seller: Progressive
Auction Date: July 21, 2024
Final Bid: $8,500

Vehicle Information

VIN: 3KPF24AD5ME338889
Year: 2021
Make: KIA
Model: Forte
Body Type: -
Color: -
Engine: 2.0L 4
Transmission: Automatic
Drive: -
Fuel Type: -
Odometer: 47 907 mi (77 099 km)
Title / Brand: SC - Savannah (GA)
Loss Type: ---
Primary Damage: Front end
Secondary Damage: -
Est. Retail Value: $16
Est. Repair Cost: $14

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