Hyundai Motor America | NHTSA Recall #09V171000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V171000 by Hyundai Motor America. Includes 91,350 affected units, INTERIOR DOOR HANDLE LACERATION /GOLD INDUSTRIES, component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

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.

Corrective Action

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 Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V171000

Manufacturer: Hyundai Motor America

Report Received Date: 2009-05-21T00:00:00

Subject: Interior door handle laceration /gold industries

Component: Latches/locks/linkages

Potentially Affected Units: 91,350

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 093

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: 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.

Consequence Summary: This may inflict laceration injuries to anyone using the door handle.

Corrective Action: 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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