NHTSA Recall 09V171000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
Hyundai Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 91,350 vehicles. It affects 2002–2003 Hyundai Sonata.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V171000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 093 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › DOORS › LATCH |
| Report received | May 21, 2009 |
| Owner notification | July 13, 2009 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
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.
Safety 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.
Notes
Hyundai recall no. 093.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V171000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.