NHTSA Recall 10V070000: Latch (latches/locks/linkages)
Hyundai Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,893 vehicles. It affects 2011 Hyundai Sonata.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V070000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 096 |
| Component | LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES › DOORS › LATCH |
| Report received | March 2, 2010 |
| Owner notification | March 12, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Hyundai-KIA has notified NHTSA about a defect in certain model year 2011 sonata vehicles manufactured from december 11, 2009 through february 15, 2010. The front inside door lock switch can remain in the unlatched position.
Safety risk
The door may not be in the locked position and may open while the vehicle is in motion, possibly resulting in injury to the driver or passenger.
Remedy
Hyundai-KIA will notify owners and dealers will repair the vehicles by replacing latches affected by this recall campaign free of charge. The safety recall began on march 12, 2010. Owners may contact hyundai customer assistance center at 1-800-633-5151.
Notes
Hyundai's recall campaign number is 096.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 10V070000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Hyundai Sonata | 2011 |
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.