NHTSA Recall 09V317000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
HYUNDAI CARIBBEAN-PUERTO RICO reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 82 vehicles. It affects 2002–2003 Hyundai Sonata.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V317000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 91B032 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › DOORS › LATCH |
| Report received | August 7, 2009 |
| Owner notification | September 16, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Hyundai is recalling 82 model year 2002-2003 sonata vehicles. Repeated use of the interior door handle may cause wear of the chrome plating. 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
A sharp edge could lacerate or otherwise injure a vehicle occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will repair the chrome plated interior door handle free of charge. The recall began on september 16, 2009. Owners may contact hyundai of puerto rico at 1-787-999-3333.
Notes
Hyundai recall no. 91b032.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 09V317000
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.