What damage type is reported for this KIA sorento?

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 4 official NHTSA safety recall(s) on record for this 2021 KIA sorento. 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 sorento

VIN: 5xyrk4lf2mg046115run and drivefront end

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AI-Powered Vehicle Synthesis from Auction Records

Damage Index: 6/10

This 2021 KIA sorento (VIN: 5xyrk4lf2mg046115) was cataloged in salvage auction records at -. Primary damage recorded is front end with 4 active NHTSA safety recall(s).

Auction Status

Unsold / Archive

Primary Damage

front end

Location

Auction Date

November 26, 2024

Auction Final BidN/A

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Final Bid

N/A

Est. Retail Value

N/A

Savings

N/A

Primary Damage

front end

Condition

run and drive

Odometer

100750

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

October 2024

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

Auction Listed

2024-11-26

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

Sold at Auction

Latest

November 26, 2024

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

NHTSA Recalls

4 recalls

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

#21V519000

Kia Motor America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021 Sorento and 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L turbocharged engines. Fuel may leak at the pipe connection between the high-pressure fuel pump and fuel rail.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the fuel pipe as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC214.

TRAILER HITCHES

#22V703000

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2016-2022 Sorento, 2021-2022 Sorento Hybrid (HEV), 2022-2023 Sorento Plug-In Hybrid (PHEV), and 2017-2022 Sportage vehicles equipped with a tow hitch harness installed as original equipment, or purchased as an accessory through a Kia dealership. Debris and moisture accumulation on the tow hitch harness module printed circuit board (PCB) may cause an electrical short, which can result in a fire.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect the vehicle, and, as necessary, replace the fuse and/or tow hitch harness module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC249.

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

#22V760000

Kia Motors, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento and 2021-2023 K5 vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC250.

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

#25V649000

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Sorento vehicles. The heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) blower motor wiring harness may be inadequate, which can result in a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiring harness and blower motor resistor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 23, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC351. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 9, 2025.

2021 KIA sorento Auction Analysis & Record Context

This report represents historical salvage auction aggregation for the 2021 KIA sorento, designated by Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) 5xyrk4lf2mg046115. Historical records document the vehicle being cataloged through salvage auction inventory originating out of the - 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 N/A) prior to disposition. Final bidding outcomes remain archived within historical lots.

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: 5xyrk4lf2mg046115

This 2021 KIA sorento (VIN: 5xyrk4lf2mg046115) was listed at auction via -. Final sale price is subject to lot confirmation and auction verification.

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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

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Market PositionPending Data

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Market Comparison

Avg Sale Price

$406

Min Sale Price

N/A

Max Sale Price

$9,200

Total Auctions

Auction Details

Lot #: #40130059
Auction House: IAAI
Location: -
Country: -
Auction Date: November 26, 2024

Vehicle Information

VIN: 5xyrk4lf2mg046115
Year: 2021
Make: KIA
Model: sorento
Engine: 2.5
Transmission: automatic
Drive: front-wheel drive
Fuel Type: gas
Odometer: 100750
Title / Brand: -
Loss Type: -
Primary Damage: front end
Secondary Damage: -

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