What damage type is reported for this KIA seltos?

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 seltos. 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 seltos

VIN: kndeu2aa1m7160124run & drive verifiedfront end

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Damage Index: 6/10

This 2021 KIA seltos (VIN: kndeu2aa1m7160124) was cataloged in salvage auction records at -. Primary damage recorded is front end with 2 active NHTSA safety recall(s).

Auction Status

Unsold / Archive

Primary Damage

front end

Location

Auction Date

January 1, 1970

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 & drive verified

Odometer

28091

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

December 1969

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

Auction Listed

1970-01-01

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

Sold at Auction

Latest

January 1, 1970

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

NHTSA Recalls

2 recalls

ENGINE

#21V259000

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Soul, and 2021 Seltos vehicles equipped with 2.0L Nu MPI engines. The piston oil rings may not have been properly heat-treated, which may result in engine damage.

Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the engine, free of charge. In addition, Kia will deploy Piston Ring Noise Sensing System (PNSS) software. The recall began June 11, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC209.

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

#25V099000

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Seltos and Soul vehicles. The piston oil rings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in engine damage.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Dealers will also install piston-ring noise sensing system (PNSS) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC336.

2021 KIA seltos Auction Analysis & Record Context

This report represents historical salvage auction aggregation for the 2021 KIA seltos, designated by Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) kndeu2aa1m7160124. 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: kndeu2aa1m7160124

This 2021 KIA seltos (VIN: kndeu2aa1m7160124) 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

Calibrated from official insurance estimator

Market PositionPending Data

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* 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

$379

Min Sale Price

N/A

Max Sale Price

$7,500

Total Auctions

114

Auction Details

Lot #: #78940423
Auction House: IAAI
Location: -
Country: -
Auction Date: January 1, 1970

Vehicle Information

VIN: kndeu2aa1m7160124
Year: 2021
Make: KIA
Model: seltos
Engine: 1.6
Transmission: automatic
Drive: awd
Fuel Type: gas
Odometer: 28091
Title / Brand: -
Loss Type: -
Primary Damage: front end
Secondary Damage: -

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