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2002-2003 Hyundai Sonata recall: latch

Hyundai Motor Company reported this safety recall on May 21, 2009. It covers about 91,350 vehicles.

vehicles affected
91,350
reported
May 21, 2009
owners notified
Jul 13, 2009
related complaints
22

Latches/locks/linkages: doors: latch

What is wrong
Hyundai is recalling 91,350 my 2002-2003 hyundai sonata vehicles. Repeated use of the interior door handle may cause wear of the chrome plate. If the top edge of the handle has very thin chrome plating, that portion of the plating may wear away more easily than more thickly plated areas as the door handle is used. The worn chrome plating on the upper edge of the handle may result in a crack or separation between the chrome plating on the inboard and outboard surfaces of the handle, which may form a sharp edge.
Risk
This may inflict laceration injuries to anyone using the door handle.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the chrome plated interior door handle free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during june 2009. Owners may contact hyundai customer assistance center at 1‑800‑633‑5151.

Recall number 09V171000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 22 complaints about locks problems.

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Questions about recall 09V171000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2003 Hyundai Sonata latch?

Yes. Recall 09V171000, reported on May 21, 2009, covers about 91,350 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V171000?

Dealers will repair the chrome plated interior door handle free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during june 2009. Owners may contact hyundai customer assistance center at 1‑800‑633‑5151.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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